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voluntary controlled school
/vˈɑːləntɚɹi kəntɹˈoʊld skˈuːl/
/vˈɒləntəɹi kəntɹˈəʊld skˈuːl/
Voluntary controlled school
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a type of school in England and Wales that is mainly funded and managed by the local authority but has a connection to a religious or charitable organization
What is a "voluntary controlled school"?
A voluntary controlled school is a type of state school in the UK that is controlled and maintained by the local authority but is often associated with a religious organization. These schools follow the national curriculum but are managed by the local government, which makes decisions about staffing, admissions, and policies.
Examples
The local council supports the voluntary controlled school with funding and resources.
Children from different backgrounds attend the voluntary controlled school.
