Types of Schools Flashcards
1
Q
What are private schools?
A
Schools funded by fees charged per student. Completely independent
2
Q
What are public schools?
A
Old traditional private schools that require an entrance exam.
3
Q
What are alternative provision schools?
A
Schools for pupils who are unable to attend main stream education
4
Q
What is a state school?
A
Schools funded by the government
5
Q
What is a grammar school?
A
State secondary schools that select pupils by an 11+ exam
6
Q
What is an academy?
A
State funded schools that have control of their own budget
7
Q
What is a faith school?
A
State schools that use faith as their main entry criteria
8
Q
What is a comprehensive school?
A
State schools that require no entry fees or exams to attend
