Education in Britain: Stages and System
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At what age does compulsory education in Britain start?

  • 7
  • 9
  • 3
  • 5 (correct)

What is the national exam taken by pupils at the age of 16 in Britain?

  • PSAT
  • ACT
  • SAT
  • GCSE (correct)

What type of schools in Britain are free and take children of all abilities without entrance exams?

  • International schools
  • Grammar schools
  • Comprehensive schools (correct)
  • Private schools

What are the three main subjects taught in primary schools in Britain?

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What is the purpose of studying in the 6th form in Britain?

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Compulsory education start age in Britain

Children in Britain are legally required to attend school from the age of five.

16-year-old national exam in Britain

GCSEs. (General Certificate of Secondary Education)

Free school type without entrance exams

Comprehensive schools. They accept pupils of various abilities without auditions.

Primary school main subjects

Primary schools in Britain generally focus on reading, writing, and arithmetic (and sometimes other subjects).

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6th form purpose

Sixth form is a post-secondary year that prepares students for university or further education.

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Study Notes

Compulsory Education in Britain

  • Compulsory education in Britain starts at the age of 5.

National Exams in Britain

  • The national exam taken by pupils at the age of 16 in Britain is the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE).

Types of Schools in Britain

  • Comprehensive schools in Britain are free and take children of all abilities without entrance exams.

Primary School Education in Britain

  • The three main subjects taught in primary schools in Britain are English, Mathematics, and Science.

6th Form Education in Britain

  • The purpose of studying in the 6th form in Britain is to prepare students for higher education or vocational training.

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Test your knowledge about the education system in Britain, including the compulsory education age, stages of education, and the curriculum taught at primary schools.

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