Education is compulsory for children aged: 3 to 16

Answer

3 à 16 ans3 to 16

Explanation

Since 2019, education has been compulsory for all children aged 3 to 16, whether French or foreign.

Source: Code de l’éducation, article L131-1Updated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

What the law says

Official text, in French

Code de l’éducation, article L131-1

L'instruction est obligatoire pour chaque enfant dès l'âge de trois ans et jusqu'à l'âge de seize ans.
La présente disposition ne fait pas obstacle à l'application des prescriptions particulières imposant une scolarité plus longue.

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Official text (Légifrance), checked on 16 October 2026.

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

6 à 14 ans6 to 14
2 à 12 ans2 to 12
3 à 16 ans3 to 16 (Correct answer)
5 à 15 ans5 to 15

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