Education
Teacher Absenteeism in Amsterdam Primary Schools Highest Among Major Cities: 'I Had to Send a Class Home Eight Times'
A report from the education agency DUO reveals that Amsterdam has recorded the highest rate of absenteeism among primary school teachers in major cities for three consecutive years. The shortage of staff has created significant challenges for schools attempting to find replacements. One teacher highlighted the severity of the situation by noting instances where they had to send entire classes home due to illness or lack of coverage, illustrating the strain on the educational system caused by high absence rates.
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