Describe the schools in the Netherlands.

The Dutch education system explained

In the Netherlands, education is compulsory for children from the age of five to 16. However, most children begin their education at age four. Dutch elementary or primary school has eight grades, known as groepen. These range from Groep 1 (4-year olds) to Groep 8 (12-year olds).

The Dutch education system explained

In the Netherlands, education is compulsory for children from the age of five to 16. However, most children begin their education at age four. Dutch elementary or primary school has eight grades, known as groepen. These range from Groep 1 (4-year olds) to Groep 8 (12-year olds).