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  • Participation rates

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    • Statistics and research, 
    • Statistics

    These statistical bulletins contain data, produced in conjunction with the Department of Employment and Learning, in relation to participation in full-time education and training by 16 and 17 year olds.

    Background

    This section contains data on information on 16 and 17 year olds in full-time education or training, whether at school or in Further Education . Comparative figures for England are also shown.

    Important information

    This publication has now been discontinued.

    Data

    • Participation rates 2010/11
    • Participation rates 2009/10
    • Participation rates 2008/09
    • Participation rates 2007/08
    • Participation rates 2006/07
    • Participation rates 2005/06
    • Participation rates 2004/05
    • Participation rates 2003/04
    • Participation rates 2002/03
    • Participation rates 2001/02

    Data requests

    If you require information that is additional to that already published, contact the Analytical Services Unit (ASU). We will conduct special analysis of data held upon request, where it is appropriate.

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