free school
Plural
free schools
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a type of independent school in England that is funded by the government but has more autonomy over its curriculum and management
A free school is a type of non-profit, state-funded school in the UK that operates with freedom from local authority control. These schools have the autonomy to design their own curriculum and approach to teaching, often with a focus on innovative methods or specialized subjects. They are free for students to attend and are funded directly by the government.
- The local free school emphasizes outdoor education and experiential learning.
- She chose to enroll her child in a free school because of its innovative teaching methods.
- The free school's small class sizes allow for personalized attention and support.
- He graduated from a free school specializing in performing arts and creative expression.
- The free school provides a flexible schedule for students to pursue extracurricular interests alongside academics.