Primary School Education Is Compulsory
Primary School Education Is Compulsory
Primary School Education Is Compulsory
Primary Education
Education in Morocco is compulsory through to age 15 and free. Notwithstanding this, many children in rural areas
(especially girls) fail to attend. Those who do, often drop out before they reach secondary school level, and there are
shocking gaps in literacy because of these unfortunate trends. The primary school program is designed to last 6 years.
Middle Education
Middle school taking place at colleges requires 3 years to complete. Less than 60% of pupils are either able to, or wish
to finish this phase. In poorer rural areas their hands are needed elsewhere for work, to supplement the family income
instead.
Secondary Education
During their initial year at secondary school, students follow a core curriculum in either arts & science, mathematics or
original education (the pre-French Koranic system). In the two succeeding years they apply their minds to one of
agricultural science, earth & life sciences, mathematics, physics or technical studies.