Out-of-School Children (OOSC)

Also known as: out-of-school children

Children of official primary or secondary school age who are not enrolled in or attending formal educational institutions, frequently due to socio-economic barriers, marginalization, or systemic exclusion.
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Current September 24, 2026 · Imported
Children of official primary or secondary school age who are not enrolled in or attending formal educational institutions, frequently due to socio-economic barriers, marginalization, or systemic exclusion.
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