In 2020, the share of children between zero and six attending educational institutions in South Africa was lower than those not enrolled. However, over the years reviewed, the percentage of children enrolled in educational institutions dropped noticeably in 2016 before slowly recovering and falling again in 2020 as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Overall, the share of children in educational institutions was lower in 2020 than in 2014.
Share of attendance of educational institutions by children aged 0 to 6 years in South Africa from 2014 to 2020
The source add the following information: "The data covers attendance of pre-school, nursery schools, crèches, and care received from day mothers,
gogos or child minders, and participation in community or home play groups"
The source does not provide any information regarding missing and exceeding percentage points to 100 percent.
Figures have been taken from several publications.
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Statista. (February 24, 2022). Share of attendance of educational institutions by children aged 0 to 6 years in South Africa from 2014 to 2020 [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved December 21, 2024, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/1261655/share-of-child-attendance-in-educational-institutions-in-south-africa/
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