Children (usually of elementary school age); used often in contexts of education or child welfare.
小学校の児童が校外学習に出かけた。
Elementary school children went on a field trip.
児童の安全確保は最優先事項だ。
Ensuring children's safety is a top priority.
図書館には児童向けの本がたくさん置いてある。
The library has many books aimed at children.