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School Companion
Support in NRW
Does your child need support at school? We provide school companions (Schulbegleitung) across North Rhine-Westphalia. Usually free of charge for families.
For families
What is a school companion?
A school companion supports your child during the school day: taking part in lessons, communicating with classmates, and in situations that are still difficult alone. The goal is always for your child to manage as much as possible independently. In German this service is called Schulbegleitung, Integrationshelfer or Teilhabeassistenz.
Costs
Who pays for it?
There are usually no costs for the family. The service is part of Eingliederungshilfe (integration assistance) and is funded by the responsible authority.
Jugendamt (Youth Welfare Office)
Responsible in cases of emotional or mental health needs, under § 35a SGB VIII.
Sozialamt (Social Welfare Office)
Responsible in cases of physical or cognitive disability, under § 112 SGB IX.
We clarify which office applies
In the first conversation we tell you which authority is responsible in your case.
Process
Three steps to a school companion
We keep the process as simple as possible for you.
Get in touch
Call or email us. You do not need any documents at hand.
We find the right person
We look for a companion who suits your child and coordinate with the school.
Start at school
The support begins. We stay available for any questions.
Contact
Get in touch
Phone: +49 231 53025465
Email: info@schulbegleiter-pro-nrw.de
Waltroper Straße 9a, 44536 Lünen
You may also use our German enquiry form.