Education, culture and science in the Netherlands

On these pages, the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science offers information about the Dutch education system and Dutch policy on education, culture and science. You will also find practical information about going to school, studying and working in the Netherlands.

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    Key Figures 2004-2008

    This edition of our yearly statistical publication ‘Key Figures’ presents key data on education, culture and science in the Netherlands for the years 2004-2008. More

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    Working in education 2008

    The Dutch public is concerned about the quality of education and of teachers. The Onderwijsmeter 2007, an annual monitoring survey reveals that the approval rating for educational services continues to fall. More

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