educational neglect
[/ˌɛdʒuˈkeɪʃənəl nɪˈɡlɛkt/]
noun
negligência educacional
1. The failure of parents or guardians to provide adequate access to education, school enrollment, or educational resources necessary for a child's development
Educational neglect includes failing to enroll a child in school or not ensuring regular attendance.
A negligência educacional inclui não matricular uma criança na escola ou não garantir frequência regular.
2. A form of child neglect recognized by child protective services where a child is denied education or its benefits
The social worker identified educational neglect when the child had never been enrolled in any formal schooling.
A assistente social identificou negligência educacional quando a criança nunca havia sido matriculada em nenhuma escola formal.
3. The systemic failure of institutions or systems to provide adequate educational opportunities or support to certain populations
Educational neglect in underfunded districts perpetuates cycles of poverty.
A negligência educacional em distritos com pouco financiamento perpetua ciclos de pobreza.
In Brazil, educational neglect is a serious concern in child protection law and is recognized as a form of maltreatment. It is particularly relevant in discussions about poverty, inequality, and access to education in underserved communities. In the USA, educational neglect is legally defined in most states as a form of child abuse/neglect and triggers mandatory reporting by educators and social workers. The term reflects growing awareness that education is a fundamental right and that its denial constitutes harm to children.
Related Idioms & Phrases
left behind educationally
denied the right to education
falling through the cracks of the education system
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