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The right to education
Foreigners have the right to enrol in national educational institutions, but must fulfil
the necessary entry requirement to enrol in a secondary school or in a higher education
programme. Here is a brief overview of education system in the Republic of
Slovenia.
Kindergarten
Parents may place their child into kindergarten in the period between the age
of 11 months and until his or her entry into elementary school. A child may be
registered into kindergarten all year round on the basis of an application form,
which can be obtained in most stationery shops. When registering your child into
kindergarten you will also be required to provide a paediatrician’s examination
statement about the child’s health status.
If you are a financial welfare recipient, you will be partially exempt from
paying kindergarten fees. This benefit can be arranged at the administrative
unit.
Elementary school
The elementary school system in Slovenia is mandatory, free and lasts for nine
years. As a parent, you are required to register a child that is about to turn six
in the following year into first grade of elementary school. Enrolment for the
following school year takes place in February and should be performed at the
school located in the neighbourhood of your temporary or permanent residence.