(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.

A trade school which offers training in cosmetology.

(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.

Alternative spelling of preschool

A school where pre-school children play and learn at the same time.

(education) The academic year of a school.

A fee-charging private or independent school.

increased traffic due to the number of parents taking or collecting their children to and from school by car. / a car trip to and from the school to transport a student.