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

He had a scholarship offer at Wisbech Grammar, a nearby independent school, but with family finances and siblings to consider he didn't take it up.

From BBC • Feb. 14, 2025

Another parent said she was considering taking her 13-year-old child out of Longsands Academy and sending them to an independent school.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 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