(UK) A state-funded all-ability secondary school that charges no fees but is independent of local authority control, being overseen directly by the Department for Education.
(UK) A state-funded all-ability secondary school that charges no fees but is independent of local authority control, being overseen directly by the Department for Education. They mainly specialise in science and technology.
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(UK, historical) A kind of secondary school in England and Wales in the mid-20th century under the tripartite system, teaching mechanical, scientific and engineering skills to serve industry and science.
(UK, education) A kind of state-funded school in England that is independent of direct control by local government and has a curriculum specialism.
(British) a normal secondary school, accepting pupils of all abilities; replaced the secondary modern schools and grammar schools.
(British) A secondary school, usually offering extended services of some sort.
(UK) An educational establishment consisting solely of a sixth form.