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primary school

NOUN
elementary school
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In one video posted by a primary school in Davao Occidental province, dozens of terrified students can be seen squatting on the shaking ground.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

She added that while her daughter's primary school has been supportive, her confidence can be undermined by mistakes or uncertainty in other settings.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

He told the BBC he was both overwhelmed and comforted by the massive police presence when he arrived at the centre, San Diego County's second largest mosque, which also houses a primary school.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

A couple of decades later, the city builds a primary school next door.

From Salon • May 9, 2026

It was because when our teachers, like Miss Ulfat in primary school, said “Excellent!” or “Well done!” our hearts would fly.

From "Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Changed the World" by Malala Yousafzai




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