"Building Bridges" for the Transition from Daycare to Primary School
Ibbenbüren's Building Bridges Eases Daycare-to-School Transition for Young Learners
Key Information for Ibbenbüren Parents Ahead of Their Children's School Enrollment
Ibbenbüren, March 24, 2026. The first day of school is a milestone for children—one that comes with colorful (and, above all, generously filled) Schultüten for good reason. It marks their official transition into school life. Yet this big step also raises many questions. To ease the process, the principals of Ibbenbüren's primary schools—working together with parents—are committed to "building bridges" and ensuring a smooth transition for children entering school.
This initiative is aimed at children born between October 1, 2021, and September 30, 2022, as well as their parents. School principals will contact parents directly, and a digital presentation on school enrollment will be made available on the City of Ibbenbüren's website. The presentation covers preschool education and support programs, with a particular focus on early language development. The goal is to address potential language deficits well before enrollment, ensuring children receive the support they need. A key aspect of the enrollment process is the language proficiency assessment (Delfin 4). Daycare centers document children's linguistic progress and provide targeted language support based on individual needs.
For children who will begin compulsory schooling on or after August 1, 2028, and who have attended daycare, the language assessment will no longer be conducted by primary schools, as was previously the case. However, schools will continue to offer assessments for children who have not attended daycare before starting school. Parents can schedule individual appointments with the respective schools for this purpose.
Another central topic in the digital presentation is school readiness—the skills children need before enrollment. This does not mean they must already master everything required in school, but rather asks: "Is the child capable and ready to become a schoolchild?" The answer depends on various factors, including social competence, concentration, learning behavior, and motor skills. The presentation provides parents with practical tips on how to support their children's development in these areas.
The digital presentation is available 24/7 at *https://www.ourwebsite/languageassessment*, allowing parents to access it at their convenience—no need to attend in-person parent evenings. Of course, school principals remain available to answer any questions.
For further general information on language proficiency assessments in multiple languages, visit the North Rhine-Westphalia Ministry of Schools and Education website at *https://www.schoolministry.nrw/languageassessment*.
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