Compulsory education, special leave or exemption
Education is important. It gives children a foundation for later functioning independently in society and profession. Compulsory education has its origins in the right to education for all children. This is regulated in the Netherlands through the Compulsory Education Act. In the Netherlands, under the Compulsory Education Act, children are obliged to attend school according to the timetable.
How does it work?
Your child may attend school from the age of 4. Your child is subject to compulsory education from age 5 to 16. This is followed by compulsory qualification. This means that 16- and 17-year-olds are required to obtain a diploma. This is a havo, vwo, or mbo diploma (level 2). A young person can also meet the qualification obligation through a combination of learning and working.
Compulsory education officer Tytsjerksteradiel
Every Dutch municipality employs a compulsory education officer, who oversees compliance with the Compulsory Education Act. The compulsory school attendance officer ensures that all young people subject to compulsory school attendance attend school. In addition to the enforcement task, much attention is paid to prevention and care. The compulsory education officer can help find solutions if there are problems that interfere with the right to education. The compulsory education officer also gives advice on compulsory education matters and handles leave and exemption requests.
Questions?
You can ask your question at leerplicht@t-diel.nl or call 14 0511. You will receive an answer from us as soon as possible.
Students enrolled at an MBO institution are subject to the MBO compulsory education officer. Contact information can be found on the Startwijzer website (scroll down for 'mbo leerplicht').
Learn more
For more information on compulsory education issues such as leave and exemptions, visit the websites below: