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This is how to learn Dutch yourself if you are from Ukraine
Do you want to learn Dutch and are not following a compulsory education or course? Then there are several ways you can still learn Dutch. Here you can read about the ways you can learn Dutch yourself.
Education for children from Ukraine who cannot speak Dutch yet
If you have fled from Ukraine and have children under 18 who do not speak Dutch yet, schools offer help so your child can learn Dutch and get a Dutch education.
Different types of education in the Netherlands
If you go to school in the Netherlands, you may choose what type of education you or your child receives. In this article you can read more about the different types of education.
Primary school
Children ages 4 through 12 attend primary school. The primary school has 8 groups. Children are required to attend school from the age of 5 but most children in the Netherlands attend primary school from the age of 4. On this page you can read all about primary school.
Secondary school
After primary school, children attend secondary school. Secondary school consists of different levels and years. Children up to age 16, sometimes 18, are required to attend school. On this page you can read all about secondary school.
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