Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?

Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?

Students starting secondary school this week will be legally obliged to attend until they are 17, under new legislation.

Do you think that this is a good idea? How old were you when you left school? Join the debate.
 

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  1.  
    da from uk says:
    Oct 27, 23:56

    either that or national service

    Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?
    Yes
  2.  
    pupil at school from lancashire says:
    Oct 11, 09:02

    no because its not fair when youve been told your staying at till 16 then your told your stayin till 18

    Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?
    No
  3.  
    phil from smith says:
    Oct 10, 12:38

    No we shouldnt stay on until 17 because it is not fair.

    Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?
    No
  4.  
    mary from smith says:
    Oct 9, 13:06

    no they shouldnt

    Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?
    No
  5.  
    Serab from london says:
    Oct 7, 18:59

    I Think from year 8 and below in 2008, they should stay in school until 17 because youths elsewear are out on streets causing trouble when could be getting an education.

    Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?
    Yes

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Should pupils have to stay in school until 17?

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58%
Yes
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