Number of students leaving mainstream system doubles (opens original article in a new tab)

The Education Review Office reports that the number of students leaving mainstream education has doubled, with many facing poor outcomes and calling for systemic changes to improve support for at-risk students.

• Number of students leaving mainstream education doubled to over 8000 in 10 years
• Students in alternative settings had poor academic results and higher rates of mental health issues, offending, and reliance on benefits
• ERO recommended system overhaul, increased funding, and better support for at-risk students