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More than 1 in 5 Flemish Secondary School Students Face Educational Setbacks

According to Statistiek Vlaanderen, over 20% of secondary school students in Flanders have at least one year of educational delay.

26 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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In the 2025-2026 school year, more than one in five students in secondary education in Flanders faced at least one year of educational delay. This is evident from recent figures from Statistiek Vlaanderen, which collects and analyzes civic and educational data.

The situation is less severe in primary education, where about one in ten students is experiencing a delay. These figures indicate a significant difference in setbacks across various educational levels.

The data is a focal point for policymakers in Flanders, especially with an eye toward the upcoming school years and changes in education policy. The statistics could further illuminate the impact of various factors on academic performance.

Communities and schools are likely to take these statistics into account when developing strategies to reduce these delays and improve student outcomes.

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