Education Glossary
Comprehensive definitions of school types, education terms, and academic concepts
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A-Levels (Advanced Level)
Advanced academic qualifications taken by students in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, typically at ages 16-18.
Uk EducationAcademy (Academy School)
A state-funded school in England that operates independently of local authority control.
Uk EducationAcademy School
A state-funded school in England that is independent of local authority control, often part of a multi-academy trust.
Uk EducationAccommodations
Changes in how students access and demonstrate learning without altering what is being taught or expected standards.
Special EducationACT (American College Testing)
A standardized college admissions test measuring English, math, reading, and science reasoning, with an optional writing section.
TestingAdmissions Interview
A conversation between applicants/families and school representatives as part of the private school application process.
AdmissionsAdvanced Placement (AP)
College-level courses and exams offered in high school that can earn students college credit.
CurriculumAlternative School
A school offering non-traditional approaches to education, often serving students who have not thrived in conventional settings.
School TypesAssistive Technology (AT)
Equipment or systems that help students with disabilities access curriculum, communicate, or complete tasks they could not otherwise do.
Special EducationAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
A developmental disability affecting communication, social interaction, and behavior, qualifying students for special education services.
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