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voluntary aided school
/vˈɑːləntɚɹi ˈeɪdᵻd skˈuːl/
Voluntary aided school
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a school in England and Wales funded by the state but maintained by a religious or charitable organization, allowing for religious influence in admissions and education
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
complex compound
Countable
Plural form
voluntary aided schools
What is a "voluntary aided school"?
A voluntary aided school is a type of state-funded school in the UK that is managed by a voluntary organization, often a religious group. These schools receive funding from the government but are managed by the governing body of the school, which is responsible for staffing, admissions, and some aspects of curriculum development.
Examples
The local voluntary aided school integrates religious teachings into its curriculum.
