When is the best time to move with children of school age?

For children of compulsory school age, the summer holidays are usually best: your child starts the new school year straight away at the new place of residence, without missing any days. Each federal state sets its own holidays. The second-best choice is the mid-year changeover; if neither is possible, talk to both schools early about handing over the records.

What is the best way to pack the children's room?

Let your child take an active part in packing and label their own boxes for favourite toys. Pack fragile items separately and mark boxes clearly with the name of the room. The moving service of Beste Umzug Unternehmen supplies suitable packing materials for this, so that delicate toys also arrive safely.

How much does a family move with Beste Umzug Unternehmen cost?

The costs depend on the moving volume, the distance and the additional services you want. As a rule, we offer a transparent fixed price with no hidden costs. Call us on 01625978461 and we will draw up an individual, free quote for your private move .

How does a part load work on a long-distance move?

With a part load , your belongings are transported in one vehicle together with other consignments, which saves costs, especially for smaller quantities. This option is suitable for families with little furniture on a long-distance move , but requires flexibility on the delivery date. Here too, we are liable for transport damage under the German Commercial Code (HGB).

Are my household goods really insured during the move?

Yes, within the statutory liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB): for damage during loading and transport we are liable at €620 per cubic metre of required cargo space (§ 451e HGB). This applies to furniture as well as to your children's toys or bicycles. For particularly valuable items, additional insurance is available on request.

How child-safe should moving day be planned?

On moving day, have a safe place ready for small children, ideally with relatives or friends. That way you avoid hazards from heavy furniture and open doors. Our team also makes sure there are clear walkways so that neither children nor pets are put at risk during the move .

How do I register my child at the new school in time?

Contact the new school early and ask about registration deadlines and the documents needed, such as school reports and the registration certificate. A personal introductory meeting also makes the change of school easier. Ideally, plan this step in parallel with organising your family move .

What should I do with pets during the move?

On moving day, it is best to keep pets in a quiet, separate room or with friends to avoid stress. Make sure there is enough water and familiar items such as blankets. After the family move , give your animal time to get used to the new surroundings gradually.

How long does a typical long-distance move with a family take?

The duration of a long-distance move depends on the distance and the moving volume, but is usually between one and three days. We plan the process so that families with children have enough breaks. You can get details about our long-distance moves in a personal consultation.

Which documents do I need to re-register my family?

For registration you need the ID cards or passports of all family members and the landlord confirmation (Wohnungsgeberbestätigung, § 19 BMG) – the tenancy agreement does not replace it. The deadline is two weeks after moving in (§ 17 BMG). For the new school, add school reports and school records, which you can tick off on the moving checklist .

How do I find the right moving service for my family?

Look for a fixed price after a survey, clear information on liability and reviews from other families. We are based at Stromstraße 21 in Berlin-Moabit; from there we operate nationwide and abroad. You can see which destinations have their own page under Locations – or call us on 01625978461.

THE RIGHT DATE

The Right Moving Date for Families with School-Age Children

Q: How do I prepare my child emotionally for a move?

Talk about the upcoming family move early and honestly, and answer your child's questions openly. Show photos or videos of the new home and the surrounding area to build anticipation. Small rituals such as a farewell visit to friends also help. The more security you convey, the easier the change will be.

Summer holidays, mid-year or the middle of the school year: pros and cons for families with school-age children.

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KEEPING THE SCHOOL YEAR IN VIEW

Choosing a date with children

When the move fits the school year

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Unsere Firma Moving date for families: coordinate school holidays, the mid-year changeover, the notice period, parents' leave and settling in at nursery.

For a family move with school-age children, a lot depends on the date. If you move in the summer holidays, your child can start the new school year in a newly formed class. The mid-year changeover is the second-best choice; a move in the middle of the school year is possible too, but needs more support. Once your preferred date is set, arrange a survey for the private move; afterwards we give you the fixed price. We answer questions on 01625978461.

Besides the school holidays, the notice period for the old flat, both parents' leave and, for younger siblings, settling in at nursery all count. If the new flat is not yet available, storage bridges the gap. Your belongings are covered by liability under the German Commercial Code (HGB), and additional insurance is available on request. The sooner the date is fixed, the easier it is to arrange school, nursery and work around it.

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PLAN YOUR DATE

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Agree your preferred date with us early

Survey, fixed price, fixed date

The summer holidays and the end of the month are popular moving dates, especially for families with school-age children. So agree your preferred date for the family move with us early, ideally straight after giving notice on the old flat. After the survey we give you the fixed price and confirm the date. Call us on 01625978461.

Offers available individually, depending on effort, scheduling and the scope of services required.

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A DATE YOU CAN PLAN AROUND

How we plan your date

The school calendar meets the moving plan

A family move has to fit into a full calendar: holidays, report day, notice period, leave. During the survey we discuss which day is suitable and how long the move will take, so that you can plan childcare and leave. We give you the fixed price afterwards, and we are liable for transport damage under the German Commercial Code (HGB). We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and operate nationwide – destinations with their own page under Locations.

Packing service

If the move falls in a school week, we pack the day before – the children go to school as normal, and the evening stays free for homework and goodbyes.

Storage

If moving out and moving in do not line up, we store the furniture in between. That way you can still put moving day in the holidays.

No-parking zone

Once the date is set, we apply for the zone on request. In Berlin, allow about 2–4 weeks' lead time; the signs go up at least 72 hours beforehand.

Assembly service

The desk and bed are in place by the evening of moving day – so the first school day in the new place does not start among unopened boxes.

CHOOSING THE DATE

Six questions for choosing the moving date

There is rarely a perfect date, but there is a suitable one. Go through these six questions before you fix the day for your family move – and note which of them matters most to your family.

When are the holidays?

Each federal state sets its own school holidays. Check the calendar at the old and the new place of residence – they can differ considerably.

When does the tenancy end?

Tenants give notice with a three-month period to the end of the month (§ 573c BGB). Plan in a few days of overlap.

Who has leave?

There is no statutory entitlement to special leave for a private move; whether you get a day off is governed by your collective agreement or employment contract.

What is coming up at school?

Class tests, report day, a school trip or final exams are bad days for a move – check with the class teacher.

Settling in at nursery?

Younger siblings need a few weeks to settle in at the new nursery, often with a parent.

Holiday traffic?

In July and August, heavy lorries are banned from many motorways on Saturdays. For a long-distance move, a weekday date can make more sense.

FLEXIBLE DATE

Part load with a flexible date

Affordable when there is time

If you are flexible about the date, you can have individual pieces of furniture or the household goods of a second home transported as a part load: your goods travel on an existing route. For the main move at the start of the holidays, a dedicated date is usually the better choice.

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DATE

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Three calendars, one date

The last part of the series answers a question that comes at the start of every family move: when do we move? We compare the summer holidays, the mid-year changeover and a move in the middle of the school year, and show how the notice period, parents' leave and settling in at nursery play a part. General tips on choosing the date can be found in the article Choosing the right moving date, and tips for long distances under long-distance moves.

Summer holidays

New school year, new class, no missed days: for school-age children, summer is usually the best time. On the other hand, demand for moving dates is high, and holidays differ depending on the federal state.

Mid-year changeover

With the mid-year report, one stage is complete, and the change is easier than in the middle of a half-year. Short winter holidays give a few days to settle in.

In the middle of the school year

Possible if your job or flat requires it. Compulsory schooling applies immediately at the new place; a get-to-know-you appointment before the first school day helps with the start.

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FAQ

Questions about the moving date with school-age children

Holidays, mid-year, leave and deadlines.

Talk about the upcoming family move early and honestly, and answer your child's questions openly. Show photos or videos of the new home and the surrounding area to build anticipation. Small rituals such as a farewell visit to friends also help. The more security you convey, the easier the change will be.

Summer holidays, mid-year or the middle of the school year?

For school-age children, a move in the summer holidays is usually the easiest: the new school year starts at the new place, classes are often newly formed, and no school days are missed. Bear in mind that each federal state sets its own holidays – if the family moves across state borders, the holidays at the old and new place may overlap or fall at different times.

The second-best choice is the mid-year changeover after the report. A move in the middle of the school year is possible; compulsory schooling then applies immediately at the new place. For moving day itself, you can apply to the school for leave of absence.

Factoring in the tenancy, leave and nursery

As a tenant, you give notice with a three-month period to the end of the month (§ 573c BGB). Plan a few days of overlap between the old and new flat so that renovation and handover do not fall on moving day. There is no statutory entitlement to special leave for a private move – whether you get a day off is governed by your collective agreement or employment contract.

If you have younger children, expect a few weeks of settling in at the new nursery, often with a parent. More on this in the article Moving in the summer holidays.

What does the move cost? Prices at a glance

In brief: 1-room flats cost from €369, 2-room flats from €584, 3-room flats from €879 and 4-room flats from €1,329. For a house or villa you always receive an individual quote, tailored to your specific situation. For a long-distance move the price is from €3.95 per kilometre. We give you the fixed price after a free survey – arrange it as soon as your preferred date is set.

What determines the moving price

First of all, the volume counts – the more household goods, the greater the effort. The distance is charged from €3.95/km. The floor and lift also play a role, as does a possible no-parking zone (in Berlin: apply about 2–4 weeks beforehand). We are happy to add furniture assembly or a part load.

Services around your date

Once the date is set, we plan the right services:

Move with assembly – an all-round package with furniture assembly.
Private move – your way to your new home.
Furniture transport – transport of individual pieces of furniture.
Part load – affordable transport, cleverly combined.
House clearance – fast clearance and disposal.
Office relocation – tailor-made solutions for businesses.

Long-distance move: holidays in two federal states

With a long-distance move to another federal state, different holidays apply at the new place – check both calendars. We are based in Berlin (Stromstraße 21) and operate nationwide: destinations in the locations overview, the process under Long-distance moves.

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