school age
The term "school age" refers to the period in a child's life when they are expected to attend formal education, which varies by country and region.
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Definition
B1Education
(general)The age at which children are generally expected to start and continue attending school.
Example
- In many countries, children reach school age at around five or six years old.
- Parents need to enroll their children in school when they reach school age.
B2Legal
(formal)The legally defined age range during which children must attend school.
Example
- The school age in this state is from six to sixteen years old.
- Truancy laws apply to children within the school age bracket.
Similar
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