The document discusses the Swedish compulsory education system. It describes compulsory school as a nine-year program mandatory for children aged 7-16. Compulsory school is composed of 9 school years with semesters in the fall and spring. Assessment takes place through end-of-term reports and leaving certificates issued at the end of compulsory attendance. The document also provides examples of student timetables and information about language support available in Gothenburg for children who speak a language other than Swedish at home.