Análise da influência do trabalho infantil sobre o rendimento escolar de crianças (7-12 anos) na Escola Primária Completa 10 de Janeiro

Abstract

This dissertation aimed to analyze the influence of child labour on the academic performance of children (aged 7-12) at Completa Primary School 10 de Janeiro. Using a mixed-methods (qualitative- quantitative) approach, a structured interview guide was administered to 15 conveniently sampled students, followed by content analysis. Concurrently, academic performance data were collected. Findings indicate that despite engagement in labour activities, the average final grades of students at EPC 10 de Janeiro are deemed satisfactory, reflecting adherence to educational program requirements but with some gaps and difficulties in knowledge application. Common child labour characteristics observed included market vending, stall attendance, street vending, and construction work, all considered strenuous. Moreover, results demonstrate that child labour negatively impacts students' academic performance, corroborated by students' own accounts. Time constraints due to labour obligations and frequent absenteeism were identified as factors hindering academic achievement. In light of this, the School was recommended to implement additional academic support programmes and flexible schedules for students with work responsibilities, alongside community partnerships and curriculum adaptation for local contextualisation