Education Glossary
Comprehensive definitions of school types, education terms, and academic concepts
104 terms and growing
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SAT (Scholastic Assessment Test)
A standardized college admissions test measuring reading, writing, and math skills used by US colleges and universities.
TestingSATs (Standard Assessment Tests)
National tests taken by pupils in England at the end of Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 to assess progress in core subjects.
Uk EducationSchool Accreditation
A formal recognition that a school meets established standards of quality and continuous improvement.
School OperationsSchool Choice
Policies allowing families to select schools other than their assigned neighborhood public school.
AdmissionsSchool Counselor (Guidance Counselor)
A school professional who supports student academic achievement, social-emotional development, and college/career readiness.
Safety WellbeingSchool District
A local government unit responsible for administering public schools within a defined geographic area.
School OperationsSchool Safety
Measures and practices ensuring physical and emotional safety in school environments for students and staff.
Safety WellbeingSchool Tour (School Visit)
An opportunity for prospective families to visit a school, observe classrooms, and learn about programs before applying.
AdmissionsScope and Sequence
A document outlining the breadth of content covered and the order in which skills and concepts are taught.
CurriculumSixth Form (Sixth Form College)
The final two years of secondary education in the UK (Years 12-13) when students typically study A-Levels or equivalent qualifications.
Uk EducationSocial-Emotional Learning (SEL)
The process of developing skills for self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationships, and responsible decisions.
Safety WellbeingSpecific Learning Disability (SLD)
A disorder affecting one or more basic learning processes, such as reading (dyslexia), writing (dysgraphia), or math (dyscalculia).
Special EducationStandardized Testing
Tests administered and scored in a consistent manner across all test-takers to allow fair comparison of results.
TestingState Assessment (State Test)
Standardized tests required by states to measure student achievement and hold schools accountable under federal law.
TestingSTEM Education
An interdisciplinary approach integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in applied, real-world contexts.
CurriculumSTEM School
A school with curriculum emphasizing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics through integrated, hands-on learning.
School TypesSummative Assessment
Evaluation at the end of instruction to measure achievement and determine whether learning objectives were met.
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