How many years study in English schools. Secondary education in the UK

The UK education system is a product that has taken centuries to perfect. In the 21st century, it is considered a reference. It was this system that provided the core for the teaching lines of states. Both before and now teenagers go to England to get a competitive education.

The system of higher education in the UK is 4 periods:

Training;
General;
Afterschool;
Higher.

The stages of education in England are also post-graduate courses.

Compulsory education in the UK is eleven years. As the name implies, this is the minimum that is inevitable for the passage. It has a couple of steps:

Initial;
General.

preparatory education

The process of learning in foggy Albion arises from the earliest nails. Toddlers literally from the age of two already begin to gnaw at the granite of science. Primary education in the UK is performed through:

nursery;
Kindergartens (Nursery School);
primary schools;
Full cycle institutes (from two to 18 years).

As we can see, even kindergartens are not called kindergartens, but schools. And their programs are special. The emphasis is not on the fact that the baby could be sent somewhere while the parents are at work, but on the fact that the baby could master elementary educational materials from an early age.

Secondary education

The school system in the UK is not only a school direction. In Britain, there are also institutions of a different format. What are they needed for? Everything is aimed at ensuring that the parent can choose education in harmony with personal conditions. If a university is planned, one school is chosen, if parents want special training schemes, another school is chosen:

Boarding school. Status studies aimed at enrolling in universities. Specificity: a teenager lives there all year. Separate boarding schools are in demand in the country. Russians can also enter the establishments;
Private schools. Specificity: personal approach, detailed study of the material, the availability of all tools and equipment in the school. The doors of commercial schools are also open to Russians;
Public Schools. Only an Englishman can learn in them without spending money.

Colleges in England for Russians, schools where teachers communicate in the language of the Russian Federation, have not been created. Education is only in English.

There are types of schools with specifics:

Grammar. This is a path to the development of academic knowledge. Such schools are relevant if a teenager plans to try himself as a university representative;
Modern. Emphasis on applied learning. Schools of this specificity become relevant when a person plans to start mastering work qualifications;
Standard. Training according to the standard, in which the load is uniform. These are general establishments.

Transnational colleges are a chance for a high school diploma. They enter at the age of 14-18 years. Colleges have programs for admission to a university. Their passage is a guarantee of admission to the university without introductory tests.

Exams in the UK catch up with teenagers at the end of school. They contain the change of 6-8 items. If a person sees himself as a university student in the future, he will need to pass mathematics, a foreign language, natural sciences, and English.

Video about British schools

Post-secondary education

Places for the development of professional programs (Tertiary College) is an analogue of schools with an emphasis on preparing for admission to the university. What does vocational education in the UK provide? This is an offer for teenagers who decide not to pursue higher education, but at the same time want to be competitive in the job market. The issued diploma is a pass to work in the chosen field.

Post-secondary education will take 2 years. The main goal is to pass the A-Level exam.

Its specifics:

The student must expect exams after each year, as in regular studies;
In the first year, a person chooses 4-5 disciplines;
In the second year, a person stops his choice in 3-4 directions;
Subjects are not chosen randomly. It is expected that the teenager has already understood what he wants to become. In accordance with its purpose, lessons are selected.

Post-secondary education is given over to the implementation of institutions:

colleges;
Institutes, lessons in which are sharpened both for university programs and for professional places of study;
In institutions.

Most often, for Russians, the A-Level program is the first step on the way to education in foggy Albion. Russians can switch to the Foundation program. Its specificity:

Election of 1-2 disciplines;
Learning the language of the state.

Through the efforts of representatives of educational structures and employers, a different version of the Foundation program was created. Its specificity:

Duration of passage: 12 months;
This is an option for teenagers and adults who work. These programs are for busy people.

Higher education

The primary education of universities is called undergraduate. In the UK, there is a two-level training scheme. If in our country such a scheme appeared only in 2002, then in England it was perfected centuries ago.

Higher education in the UK is implemented through:

State Universities;
Prof. colleges;
Private universities;
Commercial colleges;
State. colleges.

In Britain there are degrees:

By art;
in economic sciences;
By architecture;
For accounting;
By engineering.

You have to pay money for it. But the British can also achieve budget places. Russians and other foreign citizens cannot apply for the budget. Only a teenager or an adult who has received a post-secondary education can enter them. The device is asking for the following data:

Scores already acquired in exams or expected scores;
A compact essay on goals, justification of why a teenager chose a particular area;
List of universities desirable for admission;
Characteristics from the school.

Secondary education in the Russian Federation will not become a pass to universities in England. What to do? You need to unlearn two years at a Russian university, pass the IELTS test, which will “tell” about the mastery of the language.

For studying in England, the legalization of a diploma of the Russian Federation is relevant: its translation into English, a meeting with a notary. It is necessary to confirm the authenticity of the diploma.

A student who graduates from a university becomes a bachelor.

The higher education system in England will take 3-4 years. The exact dates depend on the chosen future work.

Video about higher education in England

Postgraduate education

Postgraduate education in England is postgraduate and doctoral studies. There are four study programs in England that make up the post-graduate category:

Schemes for the passage to the magistracy. Will take from six months to a year;
Programs in specialties, through a number of which one can obtain a master's degree;
Academic and research programs, through which one can acquire a master's degree;
Doctorate. Will take 5-8 years.

There is one more difference from the domestic educational scheme - in Britain, the magistracy is an autonomous institution. This is not a transformation of the bachelor's level, as is customary in Russian reality.

Master's degree will take a year of time. The learning process is short but very intense. Requests to students are tough.

How to get into the magistracy? A bachelor's degree is the entry ticket. If a person has received the status of a master, he can choose to continue post-graduate studies with doctoral studies. You need to pass a test and an interview. Foreigners need to provide an IELTS certificate confirming the required level of knowledge of the official language of Britain.

Grading system

The grading system in the UK is not unified. That is, it, unlike our fatherland, is diverse. Based on these factors, the evaluation structure is selected:

Region;
The specifics of training.

There are two grading systems:

Holidays in the UK

Studying in England in the summer for children, as a rule, is aimed at learning the language. However, for teenagers there are also courses:

By art;
By design;
Acting and others.

They help you learn new skills. Since the training is associated with intensive communication with the British, the bonus is the pumping of English proficiency.

Getting an education for Russians

Education in England for Russians is ideally done when the child is very young. To implement this, a commercial school is selected. In this option, the teenager will have time to adapt to English standards, master the language, get used to the environment. How much does it cost to study in England? Institutional policy is the center of decisions. The estimated price for commercial schools in the country will be 4-5 thousand pounds per trimester.

This is relevant only for those students who are eager to go to Cambridge or other status universities. If the ambitions of a teenager and his parents are not so great, you can prefer small private schools, the price of education in which is, plus or minus, 2 thousand pounds.

Can education in England be free? Unfortunately, Russians have virtually no access to education, for which they will not have to pay money. However, nevertheless, you can acquire an education without paying money for it, according to the following schemes:

Registration of citizenship, which will make it possible to apply for budget places;
Participation in international programs;
Exchange trips, if the Russian university has established contacts with local universities;
Grants for study in England;
Scholarships from the Russian Federation or from universities in Britain.

By the way, some people are so obsessed with studying in foggy Albion that they try to get to their dream by very extravagant methods. For example, applying for refugee status. But this is a laborious path, since refugee status with all its privileges is not granted to everyone.

To solve the problem of tuition fees, it is better to contact directly the representative of the educational institution that the teenager wants to enter. In a personal case, a reduction in the cost of training is possible.

In conclusion, it can be noted that the majority, when it comes to education, is stopped by the significant price and the fact that foreigners have to pay for education. However, ways to solve the financial problem are possible. To search for them, it is recommended to contact representatives of institutions directly, since information about grants and programs is not advertised extensively.

Education system in England

British Standard of Complete Secondary Education assumes the beginning of schooling from the age of 5. Education system in England consists of three steps. Grades 1-5 make up the junior or elementary school, after which students go to high school or college. In England, secondary education is compulsory until the age of 16. Both public and private schools from grades 5 to 10 (ages 11 to 16) prepare students for the certificate exams:

- GCSE(General Certificate of Secondary Education) - a general certificate of secondary education, giving the right to continue education in high school
- GNVQ(General National Vocational Qualification) - national certificate of professional qualification

The main task of the school in the UK is the formation of a creative, self-confident and independently thinking person. From grades 1 to 8, students study according to the general program, then they choose 5-10 subjects. Grades 9 and 10 are devoted to preparing for the exams for a certificate of general secondary education - General Certificate of Secondary Education. Exams are tests in 7-9 disciplines. Those who pass the exams successfully can continue their studies in high school and prepare for university entrance. Those who failed, receive a professional education. However, vocational schools do not close the possibility of further education at universities.

Those who aspire to go to university study at school for another 2 years (from 16 to 18 years old) - they are preparing for the A-level exam (in Scotland this program is called Scottish Highers). There are no compulsory subjects: disciplines are selected from a list of 55 subjects. The choice of these subjects determines the future specialization at the university. The exam is taken in two stages: during the first year, the guys study 4-5 subjects and take AS level exams, during the second year - 3-4 disciplines at A levels. A levels are exams in the last class in those disciplines in which specialization is planned at the university. For admission to the university, the overall result for all selected subjects, as well as for each separately, is taken into account. Each university sets its own requirements.

AS Level	A level	Evaluation scale of 60 points	USE assessment scale (RF) of 100 points
–	A*	56	93
–	A	48	80
–	B	40	67
–	C	32	53
–	D	24	40
A	–	20	33
B	E	16	27
C	–	12	20
D	–	10	17
E	–	6	10

To enter top universities, you need to score the maximum possible number of points, that is, get an A * or A grade in three subjects. Attention! The right choice of subjects is very important: it must correspond to the profile of future education at the university.Each university for each specialty of study establishes its own list of required subjects for delivery to the A level. If you have passed a non-corresponding subject even to the maximum level A *, your application will not be considered by the selection committee!

List of items:

	Discipline	AS level
	Accounting
	African languages
Afrikaans-First Language	African languages: first language
Afrikaans-Language	African languages
Applied Information and Communication Technology	Applied Information and Communication Technologies
	Arabic
Arabic-Language	Arabic
	Art and design
	Biology
Business (since 2016)
Business Studies (until 2015)

Chinese-Language	Chinese
	Chinese
Classical Studies	Antiquity
computer science	Informatics
Design and Technology	Design and technology
Design and textiles	Design and textiles
	Theology
	Theology
	Economy
English - Language and Literature	English language and literature
English - Language (from 2014)	English language
English - Language (until 2013)	English language
English-Literature	English literature
environmental management	Environmental management
	Nutrition, food production
French-Language	French
French-Literature	French literature
	French

General Paper	Critical thinking and argumentation, oratory
	Geography
German-Language	German
	German
Global Perspectives and Research	Global Perspectives and Research Methods
Hindi-Language
Hindi Literature	Hindi literature




information technology	Information Technology
	Islamism
	Islamism
Japanese language	Japanese language

	sea science
	Mathematics
Mathematics - Further	Mathematics advanced level
	Studying the media


	Exploring Nepal
physical education	Physical Culture
physical science	Natural Sciences

Portuguese-Language	Portuguese
Portuguese-Literature	Portuguese literature
	Portuguese
	Psychology as a social science
	Psychology as a branch of biology
	Sociology
Spanish-First Language	Spanish language
Spanish - Language	Spanish language
Spanish-Literature	Spanish literature
	Spanish language
	Tamil
Tamil-Language	Tamil
	Thinking skills
Travel and Tourism	Travel and tourism
	Urdu language
Urdu-Pakistan only	Urdu language
	Urdu language

The A-Level certificate gives the right to enter all British universities, and is the only way to enter the programs in the specialty Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine. The program is recognized worldwide.

Teaching takes at least 36 hours per week, of which 18 hours are in the classroom, and the rest is independent work and assignments under the guidance of teachers. Examinations for the A-Level (complete secondary education) are taken in May-June, and the results are published in mid-August. The results of these exams are a passing score for admission to universities.

Ways to enter schools with a British program

Foreigners can enter a school with a British standard of complete secondary education from the age of 7. Until the age of 13, it is usually required to prove a level of English language proficiency sufficient for studying. Older children go through a special general cycle of education in various subjects, which ends with the Common Entrance Examination. Successful passing of such an exam is a prerequisite for admission to high school.

Programs

The cost of studying in schools in England

Price study in schools England averages from 6'000 to 9'000 pounds per trimester. It is 18`000 - 27`000 pounds sterling per year or 23`500 - 35`500 USD per year. It should be understood that this is the base cost. Holidays and weekends children spend in the family of the guardian, for which you have to pay extra. You will have to pay for all additional classes that go beyond the mandatory ones. Sports activities, as a rule, are also paid separately. As a result, the annual cost of education and accommodation for a child will be at least 40`000 - 50`000 USD per year.

The cost of studying at universities in England

Higher education in England is not the last item of budget revenue. At the same time, the UK budget is replenished mainly by foreigners. The cost of studying at universities in England for the British themselves, as well as for residents of the EU, is 3'000 - 4'000 pounds (4'000 - 5'200 USD) per year. At the same time, students - citizens of the UK study in debt, which they begin to repay after receiving a diploma and subject to employment with a minimum wage of 21,000 pounds per year. If such work is not found, then there is no need to return the debt. This is for local citizens.

As for students from the post-Soviet space, they will have to pay for studying in England from your own pocket. And this is not a cheap pleasure. Price study in England on bachelor's programs for them is:

in theoretical courses;
in courses with laboratory practice;
courses in clinical practice.

In cost study in England does not include accommodation, meals, transportation and other expenses. The minimum spend will be 7`000 pounds per year (9`100 USD).

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The modern education system in England is based on its own traditions of teaching the younger generation, accumulated over the centuries. Not just because she deserved the status of a reference. As has been said more than once, many educational institutions in the UK are known for their centuries-old history and are famous for their amazing quality of education.

At the moment, the English education system includes four main stages:

Primary education - from 5 to 11 years;
Secondary - from 11 to 16 years;
After school - from 16 to 18 years;
Higher - from the age of 18.

The main stages of education in England (based on public schools):

children aged 5-11 attend primary school;
children aged 11-16 study in secondary school;
at 16 - 18 years old - receive a complete secondary education;
at 18 - 22 students receive a bachelor's degree.

Before going to school, the child takes a pre-school training course (from the age of 3), during which the emphasis is on educational issues and developmental activities, the material is presented in a playful way. Knowledge at this stage is not overloaded. The basic principle is that there is a time for everything.
At the age of 5, all children, without exception, without fail, begin their studies at, where they study until they are 11.

When moving to secondary school, exact sciences and additional lessons are added to the basic list of subjects: geography, history, the basics of religion, art, music, foreign languages.
At the age of 16, children graduate from high school. In order to receive a diploma of secondary education, it is necessary to pass the GCSE final exam. However, this diploma does not give the right to enter higher educational institutions.

In order to try your hand at entering, you need to become the owner of an A-Level certificate (with a fairly high average score), which is issued upon completion of the course at university preparation schools - the so-called Six Form. Education here lasts two years, during this period there is a deep immersion in the study of 4-6 selected subjects. At the end, an exam is taken, according to the results of which an A-Level certificate is issued.

The academic year in English schools is divided into trimesters. Holidays during the academic year twice, last for two weeks, timed to coincide with the Catholic holidays - Easter and Christmas, summer holidays - six weeks. There is a short seven-day break during each trimester.

Secondary (school) education in the UK is expected to:

Transfer of cultural experience. Schools and other educational institutions must pass on to the new generation the cultural heritage, the wisdom of previous generations, which have been recognized as valuable from time immemorial and are zealously guarded by the British.
Socialization of the younger generation. Schools are conduits for accepted patterns of behavior and the values behind it. Children are aware of the social roles that they have to play in society, in the professional field of activity, personal, family.
Preparation for the profession. This refers to the knowledge and skills necessary for subsequent professional activities. This includes both academic knowledge and practical skills necessary for mastering a particular profession.

In England there are a lot of schools for children requiring a special approach. They are attended by children with mental or physical disabilities. The program in them is simpler and focused on the characteristics of the students. Here in progress learning be sure to connect psychologists and physiotherapists.

Many parents have a cherished dream - to send their child to study at. Pupils here, in addition to the prestigious and high level of education, receive full maintenance. The range of subjects studied in a private school is much wider than in a public school, and the teaching staff is highly qualified and has an impressive material base.

Do not forget that the school system in the UK is famous for the strictest discipline, so even in a private school, where education is paid and costs a lot of money, do not expect concessions. Students may be expelled for poor academic performance and inappropriate behavior.

The modern system of higher education in England is distinguished by its democratic nature. Universities have a rich selection of different courses, from which you can choose the one that suits you, and if necessary, change the list of selected subjects for study.

UK universities are divided into two types:

Collegiate (consisting of colleges. For example, the universities of Cambridge and Oxford);
Unitary (with faculties and departments in the form of subdivisions).

The British government has completely entrusted the formation of educational policy to higher education institutions, the state only controls the quality of teaching.

Without exception, all students of English universities have access to libraries and scientific laboratories equipped to modern standards. Students have the opportunity to attend various electives. Educational programs allow you to get not one, but two degrees of different directions in the learning process.

Quite popular in the UK and. This format of education, as usual, takes place independently, but based on educational materials developed specifically for such students, as well as on periodic consultations with teachers online and by e-mail.

Historically, it has been British education resembles a pyramid: in the early stages, education is carried out in a wide range of disciplines, in the future, their circle narrows based on the choice of the students themselves, who at the age of 14 determine which exams they will take in the future.

The UK education system is perhaps one of the most conservative in the world. This is partly due to her age - the appearance of the first secondary schools in the country and Oxford University dates back to the 12th century. From that time to this day, discipline and a high level of teaching quality remain the main distinguishing features of the British educational system. However, this does not mean that it does not undergo any changes. On the contrary, the English education system not only keeps pace with the times, but often is ahead of it: the desire for excellence and respect for traditions here coexists perfectly with the latest educational programs and practices.

Pre-school education in England

Preparation for school in the UK it starts in kindergarten. From 2 to 5 years old, children learn to read, write and count. The academic load is small, the emphasis is on discipline and general education. At the same time, the state finances only 15 hours of kindergarten classes per week, so if you plan to give the child away for a longer period, you will have to pay extra from your own budget. Parents send their children to preschool institutions at will, and only the school stage is obligatory - from 5 to 18 years.

The secondary education system of England

Secondary education in England includes four main steps(Key Stages): primary from 5 to 7 years and from 7 to 11, secondary for children from 11 to 14 and from 14 to 16. Set compulsory subjects(Core Subjects) varies by age. In elementary school, children learn English, math, history, geography, music, industrial technology and art. From the age of 11, Core Subjects include English, mathematics and science (basics of chemistry, biology and physics). The rest of the subjects, the student, together with their parents, chooses based on their own preferences. From 14 to 16 years old, students prepare for the GCSE exam (General Certificate of Secondary Education - Certificate of Secondary Education).

In 2015, the English legislation on compulsory education has changed: previously it was limited to the age of 16 years. Today's students have to spend another 2 years at their desks. Those who plan to get to work as quickly as possible go to vocational colleges. After 2 years of study, they receive GNVQ "s (certificate of secondary specialized education) or BTEC"s (diploma of secondary technical education). Those who are interested in further admission to the university stay at the school for sixth form. During this period - 16 to 18 years old - students are preparing for the delivery of A-levels in selected subjects.

According to the type of funding, UK schools are divided into public and private. Unlike many countries, the gap between public and private educational institutions in England is not so great: the level of secondary education in the country is monitored at the state level. Although, of course, private schools are distinguished by stronger training: the availability of material and technical base, the high level of teaching staff, the intimacy of classes, and even the historical heritage that a considerable part of boarding schools can boast of. Many of them have been working for more than one century, and the oldest ones did - they appeared in the XII century under the Catholic churches.

It is worth noting that historically in England there was a separate education. Some private schools have maintained this approach to this day: many Britons believe that it is easier for boys and girls to focus on their studies. Public schools are mostly mixed.

The grading system in British schools is alphabetic: from A * (excellent) to U (extremely unsatisfactory). In some private educational institutions, a second mark is also given - for diligence, from 1 (active work and interest in the subject) to 5 (the student does not try at all). Double assessment is very convenient for both the student and his parents. It seems to restore justice, because it often happens that some subject is not given, despite great efforts, and bad grades finally demotivate.

The academic year in an English school is divided into trimesters, each lasting 12 weeks. The number of lessons depends on the age of the students, but always includes art and sports. Much attention is paid to general education: schools try to develop leadership qualities, curiosity in children, nurture free individuals who know how to make choices, defend their point of view, strive for professional development, and at the same time be worthy members of society who have the right to be called true ladies and gentlemen. It is noteworthy that educational traditions are especially strong in private boarding schools for boys.

In general, the system of secondary education in England is assessed positively, although the level of student preparation has shown some reversal in recent years. Thus, according to the monitoring of the assessment of the quality of education in PISA schools (Programme for International Student Assessment) for 2015, the UK got 15th place. In 2009 - only 24, and in 2000 - 7. According to experts, the fluctuations are mainly associated with a less stable level of teaching in the public school sector. As for private establishments, their figures remain fairly consistently high from year to year.

UK higher education system

The system of higher education in Great Britain is considered one of the most perfect in the world - this is demonstrated both by the world rankings of higher educational institutions and the demand for specialists who graduated from the universities of Foggy Albion. It is believed that it was the British educational model that formed the basis of the Bologna educational system.

The higher education sector in the country includes:

classical universities and university colleges(University Colleges), in which great attention is paid to research activities.
polytechnics(Polytechnics) and colleges of higher education(Colleges of Higher Education), where specialists in applied specialties are trained.

Education includes 3 stages: bachelor's degree (3 years of study, with the exception of Scotland), master's degree (1-2 years) and doctoral studies (2-3 years). The academic year consists of 3 trimesters. Classes are held both in the classical format of lectures and seminars, and in the form of independent work and tutorials (work in small groups with a mentor-tutor). The progress of students is assessed by intermediate work (essays, term papers, projects) and by the results of final exams. The system for calculating the average score depends on the university and can be either a point score or a percentage.

Despite the inherent conservatism of the British, they are constantly working on improving the education system, introducing innovative teaching methods and actively using modern technologies. So, under the influence of market needs, so-called "sandwich courses" appeared in many universities - periods of work experience that can last up to a year and are considered part of the training.

But, of course, British higher education institutions are mainly famous for their strong academic preparation, which has absorbed the best of the centuries-old history of education in this country. Students from all over the world come here for quality, ready to pay a lot of money for a coveted diploma: a year of study at an English university costs from 10,000 to 25,000 pounds sterling.

Understanding the importance of higher education not only in terms of reputation, but also economic benefits, the government regulates the quality of education at the state level. To do this, the country has the Educational Quality Assurance Authority (QAA), which checks the “academic standards” and “academic quality” of universities. Thus, a student of any educational institution in the UK can be sure that he will receive an up-to-date education, and his diploma will be quoted in any country in the world.

The UK education system successfully combines adherence to traditions and advanced educational technologies. Its goal is not so much the encyclopedic knowledge of students in any field, but the comprehensive development of the individual, the focus on obtaining knowledge and professional development. It is not surprising that graduates of British educational institutions are so in demand in the global labor market and show excellent career growth.

Public schools in England, which are funded by the government, are part of the state educational system. Children study in them 9 out of 10 days. Private schools, they are also called independent, imply paid education in them, and the cost depends on the particular institution.

All schools are divided into types depending on the age of the children. The general scheme of education is as follows:

Institutions for preschoolers: classes are formed from children from 3 to 5 years old.
Primary school: age category of children from 5 to 11 years old;
Secondary school: students from 11 to 18.
Colleges, universities (high school).

There is no need to pay for education in a state institution. About how much it costs to get an education in boarding schools, and what is the cost per year, you need to check on the official website of a particular institution.

Most Russian citizens who prefer choose the best boarding schools in the UK (Eton, Ashford, Brighton) for their children: pay for summer courses to improve a foreign language and choose a specific school.

The system of educational institutions of the state type

Most often, publicly funded schools are dominated by mixed groups, that is, the institution is designed for both girls and boys. This is especially true for the elementary level of education. Government-controlled schools in the UK may follow a particular religion. There are schools that accept only Catholics or English people.

All schools in the country follow the general program educational requirements, take a responsible approach to the issue of preparing children for passing tests in accordance with their age.

What are the conditions for admission to English educational institutions? Local residents apply for training, are interviewed. For foreign citizens, including Russians, the requirements are similar. The only condition is that if the child is under 16 years old, then the parents must be in England for any of the (more than six months).

Otherwise, the child will be allowed to study only in private boarding schools, the cost of education in which is set by the school itself.

Disciplinary measures in all schools are varied. As a rule, the punishment for disobedience, being late or talking in class is additional homework or work with study materials during recess. The punishment for serious misconduct is the summoning of parents, suspension from studies for a while, or expulsion.

Private boarding schools

Among independent schools in the UK, the most common boarding schools are girls-only or colleges where boys study, for example, Eton or Badminton. The peculiarity of these institutions is that they independently approve educational and methodological programs and decide whether students will be tested for compliance with the generally accepted educational course.

Private boarding houses are characterized by small class sizes (as a rule, no more than 12 people study in one class). For children, an individual approach is provided, the teacher pays a lot of attention to each student. Regardless of whether it is a primary or secondary school, private educational institutions can be of 2 types: “boarding school” or “boarding school”.

A five-day boarding school is a training of 5 days with two days off for which students go home. If the educational institution is of the “boarding” type (Eton, Badminton), then both lessons and accommodation take place on the territory of the institution. Students can go home for the summer holidays. The best boarding schools accept girls and boys of 11 years of age, and in some educational institutions admission begins from the age of 9.

Education in boarding schools includes 3 semesters: lessons are held in autumn, spring and even summer. Between all semesters, vacations are provided - long in time, like Easter, summer or Christmas, as well as short ones (the second name is half). The latter begin in the middle of each semester.

Training begins in early September, ends in the summer season. How long the school year lasts depends on the type of school and the program provided. Unlike municipal institutions, which end the year almost at the end of July, private schools set their own deadlines. In most institutions, the interval for the end of the academic year is the end of June - the 20th of July. Summer holidays last about 1.5 months. Christmas can be extended, as well as Easter.

English primary education in public institutions

Modern English primary schools accept children from the age of 4 years. The training lasts 7 years. In some cities of the country there are institutions like kindergartens (students under 6 years old), as well as junior schools where children at the age of seven study for 4 years.

You can get into elementary school (preparatory class) if you have the appropriate papers: parents will be required to fill out an application six months before the start of the first semester.

The best state-type elementary schools cannot fully guarantee the continuation of a child's education in this institution, even if he ended up in a preschool class owned by the institution. As a rule, new elementary schools with a good reputation are overcrowded, so how many vacancies there are and what are the requirements for admission should be clarified before the start of the school year.

Each school for girls and boys under the age of 11 covers a specific area nearby. Children living in the territory belonging to the institution are accepted without waiting in line. A list of microdistricts and a description of the requirements is available on the official websites of all schools.

The requirements for entering a church school are the child's belonging to a particular denomination, as well as attendance at a Sunday church belonging to the corresponding educational institution. In addition, parents are required to come to church services 2-3 times a month for 2 years before the date of application for admission of a child to a religious school.

Private boarding houses for children under 11 years old

In the sector of independent education, the education of children under 7 years old is called pre-preparatory, and students from 7 to 11 are engaged in preparatory institutions. After the children successfully pass the test, they can move on to the next educational level - secondary school. Today, there are very few old traditional institutions such as Harrow or Eton.

Every year the number of pre-preparatory and preparatory educational institutions increases, now there are more than 1000 of them. Each school has its own requirements and conditions. Can be different:

admission conditions;
curriculum: lessons, courses, educational and recreational activities;
the cost of education per year;
duration of summer and Christmas holidays;
discipline: punishment and encouragement of students.

Many parents are faced with the problem of lack of places in the guesthouse of interest. This is due to the demand for education in a particular educational institution, its reputation and elitism. Registration of a student in certain schools of the country takes place even before the baby is born or from the moment of conception.

Most often, children pass special exams upon admission, according to the results of which the administration of the educational institution decides whether to enroll the child or not.

Secondary education in public institutions in England

An English secondary school is a place where students who have reached the age of 11 study. Institutions can be built on a blended learning system or a separate one, where boys and girls are educated separately from each other. The highest level of discipline (serious punishment for misbehavior and worthy encouragement for achieving success) and excellent educational results are distinguished by church schools of various religious denominations in the UK.

In addition, there are secondary selective educational institutions. The full classification of secondary schools financed from the state budget is as follows:

A gymnasium where students are recruited according to a certain number of test scores, a well-written essay. The main subjects on which special emphasis is placed are logic and mathematics.
School of general education type. Receipt takes place according to the territorial affiliation.
Confessional institution. The condition for admission is regular church visits by both the child and his parents.
General educational selective school. Admission is partly based on the territorial basis of belonging to the school, and partly on the basis of sports training, ability to draw or music.

There are special boarding schools where the education of children is paid for by the local government. A description of the criteria by which schoolchildren are admitted can be seen on the website of the boarding school you like. In general, it is important how much the child needs this form of education, and how it corresponds to it. First of all, recruitment is carried out according to the territorial affiliation to the boarding school.

Finding a good public school for children over 11 years old is quite difficult compared to elementary schools. According to the generally accepted opinion, gymnasiums are considered the best, which affects the overcrowding of these institutions at the beginning of the academic year. In a good gymnasium, there can be about 12 applicants for one place. First of all, those 11-year-olds who have revealed more abilities or talents in a certain area go through.