| Baden-Württemberg |
During the week of April 12, all elementary classes will receive distance learning. Beginning April 19, it will be back to alternate classes depending on the infection situation. Emergency supervision will be in place. Compulsory attendance will remain suspended until April 16. Beginning April 19, there will be mandatory testing for students if the incidence is over 100. For working parents who need to care for their children (under 12) at home due to daycare and school closures, there will be the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Bavaria |
Beginning April 12, there will be mandatory regular testing, 2x per week, for students and teachers to participate in face-to-face instruction. If the incidence score in cities and counties rises to 100, schools will switch back to distance learning or more frequent testing. If the seven-day incidence is below 50, elementary students will receive face-to-face instruction. If the incidence is above 100, students will receive distance learning. Exceptions are grade 4, they should continue to receive face-to-face instruction. For working parents who have to care for their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to day-care and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Berlin |
Elementary schools are in alternate instruction, half class size. At a 7-day incidence of 100 and above, alternate instruction is mandatory; at a value of 165 and above, only distance instruction is permitted. Compulsory attendance remains suspended. Mandatory masks, spacing and hygiene rules must be followed. Pupils and teachers undergo compulsory testing 2x a week under supervision in schools. Emergency care will be made available in schools/ after-school programs for single parents and parents in system-related jobs. For working parents who have to care for their children (under 12) at home due to daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the decision of the federal cabinet) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount is not equal to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Brandenburg |
Elementary schools from grades 1 to 6 will remain in alternate instruction after the Easter break. From 19 April compulsory testing will be introduced, pupils and teachers will have to be tested at least 2x/week. Students will not be allowed to enter schools without a negative rapid test. Compulsory attendance was suspended on 23/3, i.e. children do not now have to attend attendance classes in any case. Emergency care is made available in schools/ after-school programs for single parents and parents in system-related jobs. There are different arrangements for emergency care in schools depending on the infectious event. For working parents who have to care for their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to daycare and school closure, there is the so-called child sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the decision of the Federal Cabinet), each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents receive 60 days per Child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Bremen |
Primary school classes receive instruction in the daily alternating model and in half groups. As of April 19, students and teachers must take a coronary test 2x per week. Without a negative test, pupils are not allowed to enter the school grounds. In Bremen, attendance is still compulsory, only pupils who are not tested will receive distance learning. If the seven-day incidence rises above 100, primary school pupils have to wear a mouth-nose protection. For working parents who have to look after their children (under 12 years) at home due to possible day-care and school closures, there is the so-called children's sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Hamburg |
After the Easter holidays, primary schools will once again be in the alternating model with halved classes. Primary schools must ensure that pupils can attend schools on a daily basis in each week. Compulsory testing of 2x per week for pupils and 3x per week teachers will be introduced. If the incidence rises above 200, Hamburg's schools will revert to distance learning. For working parents who have to look after their children (under 12) at home due to day-care and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Hesse |
If the incidence is below 100, classes 1 to 6 have face-to-face lessons. In Hesse, pupils and teachers have to be tested 2x per week in order to participate in face-to-face teaching. If the incidence is 165, the pupils return to distance learning. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount is not equal to the full net wage, but is lower. Further information on the graduated plan regarding school lessons: https://www.hessen.de/fuer-buerger/corona-hessen/bildung-und-betreuung/betreuung-und-schule |
| Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania |
Elementary schools will be open for face-to-face instruction if the incidence level is below 150. If the incidence is above 150, there will be emergency care only. In Mecklenburg Vorpommern, classes have already started again. Elementary school students in grades 1 to 6 are in attendance classes. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years) at home due to the daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Lower Saxony |
Primary school pupils are in half classes in alternating lessons. There is compulsory testing for pupils and teachers twice a week. Up to grade 6, emergency supervision is in place from approximately 8am-1pm. As of May 31, all classes will return to face-to-face classes, provided the incidence is below 50. For working parents who have to care for their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to the daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| North Rhine-Westphalia |
Primary school pupils are in alternating classes. Further information: https://www.schulministerium.nrw/themen/schulsystem/regelungen-fuer-schulen-ab-dem-22-februar-2021 For working parents who have to look after their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Rhineland-Palatinate |
Pupils of the primary school and the lower school in special schools are taught in alternating lessons. Compulsory attendance is maintained. Pupils and teachers can be tested up to twice a week. If the incidence rises above 100, further steps must be discussed. The mask obligation continues to apply in primary and special schools and the schools are required to introduce regular mask breaks. For working parents who have to look after their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to day-care and school closures, there is the so-called children's sick pay. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Saarland |
Primary school pupils are in the alternating model. If the incidence rises to 165, pupils return to distance learning. Pupils in primary and special schools do not have to undergo any tests. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years) at home due to day care and school closures, there is the so-called child sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount is not equal to the full net wage, but is lower. Further information: https://www.saarland.de/DE/portale/corona/faq/bildung-kultur/schulen-kitas/schulen-kitas_node.html |
| Saxony |
Schools are in alternate instruction. If the incidence rises to 165, students return to distance learning. However, there is no attendance requirement. Further information: https://www.coronavirus.sachsen.de/wir-gegen-corona-8251.html For working parents who have to look after their children (under 12 years of age) at home due to daycare and school closures, there is the so-called children's sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply.Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Saxony-Anhalt |
Pupils are in alternating lessons. If the incidence value rises to 165, distance learning is ordered. Elementary students are required to test 2x per week if they wish to participate in face-to-face instruction. The attendance requirement is suspended. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years) at home due to day care and school closures, there is the so-called child sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Schleswig-Holstein |
Primary schools are in the alternating model. As there are district-specific regulations, we recommend a look at the page: https://www.schleswig-holstein.de/DE/Schwerpunkte/Coronavirus/FAQ/Dossier/Schule.html There is an obligation to test 2x per week, for pupils and teachers, in order to be allowed to take part in the presence lessons. Rules for increased incidence will be discussed on 4/23. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years) at home due to day care and school closures, there is the so-called child sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |
| Thuringia |
Elementary schools are in alternate instruction. If the incidence rises to 165, schools switch to distance learning. Students and teachers must be tested up to 2x per week. Elementary students are given a suck test. For working parents who have to take care of their children (under 12 years) at home due to day care and school closures, there is the so-called child sickness benefit. For children with disabilities, the age restriction does not apply. Currently (according to the federal cabinet decision) each parent receives 30 days per child and single parents 60 days per child. In this case, the health insurance fund takes over part of the loss of wages, since the employer does not have to pay the wages for these days. However, the reimbursement amount does not correspond to the full net wage, but is lower. |