School absenteeism 'still a huge problem'

Student absenteeism remains a huge problem nationwide, according to the National Education Welfare Board's latest annual report.

Thu, 06 Jul, 2006 - 15:34

Student absenteeism remains a huge problem nationwide, according to the National Education Welfare Board's latest annual report.

The report says the average primary school pupil missed 11 school days last year, while the average secondary student missed 14 days of classes.

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