independent school

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A place at the school starts at £16,000 a year, while one at an independent school would typically cost more.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

"We're an independent school so children who want to attend the school have got to apply to the Education Authority," she said.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2025

Neighbouring Cheshire East Council spent £40m on 624 independent school placements in 2023-24 - an average cost of £64,000 per student.

From BBC • Nov. 19, 2024

Approval is also needed for an independent school to have students take college courses through a state program.

From Washington Times • Nov. 22, 2023

The possession of an independent school library also tends to keep the reference work in the school.

From Library Work with Children by Hazeltine, Alice Isabel