Why more and more children are not going to school and how we address it
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More and more children in the Netherlands are not going to school. In the past school year, there were 821 children who stayed at home. These children are called 'thuiszitters' (home sitters).
Sometimes these children have problems, such as being bullied or they are often sick. Some children also find school difficult or stressful. Parents and schools try to find a solution together.
The government is now looking at how they can help. They want to ensure that children who are currently at home can still go to school. That is why they are making new plans and rules.
They also talk with parents, teachers, and the children themselves. It is important that all children have a good place at school. This way, they can learn and make friends.