Dutch Government Survives Dispute over Amsterdam Violence

Dutch government survives dispute over Amsterdam violence

Student violence against Dutch teachers surges, suspensions up nearly 30 percent

The number of student suspensions due to physical violence against teachers in Dutch secondary schools rose nearly 30 percent last year, according to data from the Dutch Education Inspectorate reviewed by RTL. Suspensions related to threats of violence increased by 23 percent during the 2023–2024 school year, highlighting a sharp rise in aggression toward educators.