I am leaving school early: what do I need to arrange?

Have you left school early? Whatever the reason, we are, here to help you. We can take a look together at your wishes and options for a different study programme.

Quick to:

Stopped your studies, what now?

Are you sure?
Try to spend your gap year usefully. For tips, visit the website of Fryslân werkt. (opens in new tab)
Start working on a new choice of studies (opens in new tab).
What needs to be arranged? For information see the website of Digidingen – desk (opens in new tab).

Good to know

On the Rijksoverheid (opens in new tab) central government site, early school leavers can get help to get back on track.

Tip for parents

On the website of the Government of the Netherlands, you will also find a lot of information on What will happen if my child leaves school without a diploma? (opens in new tab).

Questions or need help

Go to your local Buurt– of dorpskamer (opens in new tab) (community centre). Or contact (opens in new tab) the city of Leeuwarden.