A school that receives government funding but operates independently of the established state school system in which it is located, and in some cases is privately owned.

plural of charter school

(Britain, education) A formal, obligatory kind of school that typically begins with nursery school or first grade and ends at fifth or sixth grade.

(Canada, US, Philippines, education) A school for children, typically older than toddlers and younger than adolescents. In the U.S., elementary schools cover grades 1 through 5, and the ages of the children are usually 6-11 years. At a minimum, elementary schools will teach basic reading, writing, arithmetic, and history. Historically also used in the UK.

plural of primary school

plural of elementary school

A trade school which offers training in cosmetology.

plural of high school

(education, US and Canada) An educational institution (usually a college or university) which is attended after graduation from secondary school or high school.

A musical ensemble associated with a school, not necessarily a musical school; e.g. marching band.