"Family class" and "Family in school (FiSch)"

What is “Family Class” or “Family in School (FiSch)”?

Both programs are based on the belief that families have the ability to develop and successfully implement creative solutions to obstacles they face in their daily school and family lives. This is a collaborative project between the school, the Regional Education Office, the Youth Welfare Office, and, if necessary, an outpatient youth welfare center.

How does “Family Class” or “Family in School (FiSch)” work?

Once a week during the school year, for about five school hours, the family class—or FiSch class—takes place in a separate classroom at the school. A permanent team consisting of a teacher and a social worker leads the class. A family member participates in the Family Class (or FiSch class) together with the child. The class is made up of students from different grade levels. The morning is clearly structured, with alternating learning and work phases. The child works on individual goals to improve their daily school experience. During the learning phases, the class covers the curriculum for the core subjects from the current school day.

Who can participate?

Children who need support and who find it difficult to enjoy their daily school life are welcome to participate. Through the active involvement of families during the project period, processes of change are initiated and supported. A prerequisite is that a caregiver is willing to commit to coming to the school once a week.
To arrange this, please contact the family or FiSch class team or the school’s homeroom teacher.

Goals of the Family Class (FiSch)

• Positive Changes in Everyday School and Family Life

• Removing Barriers in Everyday School Life

• Promoting exchange, cooperation, and networking among participating families

• Strengthening bonds and relationships within families

• Achieving Academic and Family Goals Through Creative Exercises and Games

• Learning from and with one another

• Strengthening and Consolidating Skills

• Applying Experiences and Solutions to the Home Environment

• Achieving Individual Goals

• Promoting the child's independence in working toward learning goals

• Strengthening and reinforcing the child's social skills

• Promoting Cooperation Between Parents and the School

Brochure on Family Classes