Education
2022
English
Education of displaced Ukrainians
Research on the educational experiences of displaced Ukrainian children in the Netherlands, including access to schooling, language learning, well-being, and parent participation.
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Research report
English
Research team and contributors
External authors
Juliette Bonnepart · Minh Ngo · Anastasiia Omelianiuk
Summary
The report examines how displaced Ukrainian children and their families experience emergency education in the Netherlands, including access to schools, language learning, continuity of Ukrainian education and psychosocial support.
Key messages
01
Access to education differs across municipalities and depends on local capacity, transport and school availability.
02
Dutch language learning is necessary for participation, but needs to be combined with support for Ukrainian-language learning and continuity.
03
Children’s well-being and parent involvement are central to sustainable education pathways.
04
More support is needed for Ukrainian teachers and coordination between municipalities, schools and community organisations.
Why this matters
Education is a core pathway to stability and participation for displaced children. Local policy needs to balance short-term access with long-term inclusion and well-being.
Methodology summary
Research conducted in June–July 2022, including 584 survey responses covering approximately 1,500 displaced Ukrainians, 14 interviews, a parent focus group, and responses from psychologists.
Data scope
Netherlands · 584 survey responses · approximately 1,500 displaced Ukrainians · interviews and focus groups
About this publication
Strategic area
Social inclusion
Primary topic
Education
Primary country
Netherlands
Geographic focus
Netherlands
Publication year
Document type
Policy report
Language
EN
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topics
Children and youth
Language learning
School integration
Mental health support
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