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A child who can't cope can take a leave of absence from school, and the school must keep the child's enrollment record, for up to 1 year

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  • For: Child aged 3–18
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  • Takes minutes
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In plain words

There is a formal system for taking leave from school. A parent or other guardian applies, and the school confirms it and reports it to the higher authority for approval. One leave lasts up to 1 year at most, and if more time is needed when it ends, a new application is made. During the leave the school has to keep the child's enrollment record, and the child comes back and picks up where they left off. The detailed rules are set by each province, so ask the school's academic affairs office or the local education bureau.

Translated from the Chinese original. Original book, section 30, tip 11. Content may be out of date and rules differ by place. When you actually deal with an agency, a doctor or a court, follow what local officials, doctors and lawyers tell you. Disclaimer