PHILIPSBURG, Sint Maarten – With the start of the new school year, the Police Force of Sint Maarten, Prosecutor’s Office, and the Truancy Inspectorate remind parents, guardians, and pupils/students about the Compulsory Education Law.
The Compulsory Education Law of Sint Maarten (Leerplichtlandsverordering P.B. 1991, no 85) states that all children on St. Maarten ages 4 to 18 must attend school.
Parents and guardians are responsible for ensuring their children attend school; youngsters are warned against skippingschool/classes. Not adhering to the law has serious consequences.
