Children in Gaza return to school after years without formal education

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete January 8, 2026 at 07:11 AM
Children in Gaza return to school after years without formal education

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Children in Gaza are returning to school after a two-year disruption due to war. Despite over 97% of schools being damaged or destroyed, makeshift classrooms in tents are now operating, including at the Lulwa Abdel Wahab al-Qatami School in Gaza City. While the learning environment is basic and resources are limited, the resumption of education offers a return to routine for students who have experienced displacement, hunger, and loss. For many of the 658,000 school-aged children in Gaza, this marks their first formal education since the conflict began. Students like Naeem and Rital, who previously attended the school, express the importance of being back in a learning environment despite the difficult circumstances.

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gaza 100% education 90% schools 80% war 70% damaged schools 60% children 60% ceasefire 50% makeshift classrooms 50% displaced families 40%

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Gaza Strip

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