School leaders in the Netherlands are largely rejecting proposals for a four-day school week, despite ongoing discussions about improving work-life balance for teachers. The primary reason cited is the current critical staff shortage plaguing the Dutch education system. Leaders fear that reducing the school week would exacerbate existing problems, making it even harder to provide adequate coverage and maintain educational quality in schools across the Netherlands. Concerns also exist regarding the logistical challenges for parents and childcare arrangements. While some schools are experimenting with reduced hours, a widespread shift to a four-day week is deemed impractical at this time. The focus remains on attracting and retaining teachers to address the underlying workforce issues rather than altering the school week structure.