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New Zealand Sees Surge in Early School Leavers
6/10/2025
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Story summary
- In New Zealand, a concerning trend emerges as early school leavers surge, with 1,291 exemptions granted to 15-year-olds in 2023—the highest since 2007. Alarmingly, Maori students represent a significant portion, totaling 761 exemptions. Northland leads the way with a staggering rate of 61 per 1,000, marking a troubling reversal since 2014.
