Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

schoolchildren

Noun

/ˈskuːlˌtʃɪldrən/

Definition

Young individuals who attend school for their education.

Examples

Schoolchildren are often excited about summer vacation.
The teacher organized a field trip for the schoolchildren to the science museum.
Many schoolchildren participate in after-school sports and activities.

Meaning

Schoolchildren are typically children between the ages of 5 and 18 who are enrolled in primary or secondary education institutions to learn and gain knowledge.