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Public School

Contrary to popular opinion, a public school in the UK is NOT a government funded state school, but rather an elite, fee-paying independent school - more commonly known as simply a "private school". Originally they were called "public" as they were open to anyone no matter their location, profession or denomination, they have evolved into schools generally reserved for the middle-and-upper classes, although due to most of them being registered charities (for tax benefits), they are required to admit a small number of less well-off students on bursaries and scholarships. Fees as of early 2025, including the newly introduced VAT, generally range from £8K to £14K per term for day students.

Although public schools are independent schools, not all independent schools are public schools. Public schools are usually larger, more historic, more expensive and all-round more prestigious.

Famous examples of public schools include:

Eton College
Dulwich College
Millfield School
Bedales School
Rugby School
Uppingham School

Oakham School
Fettes College
Latymer Upper School has been nominated for the "Best Public School" award by Tatler.
by thewhat2025 January 10, 2025
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Millburn Public School District

Millburn has a very prestigious school system. Many come to Millburn/Short Hills for these very reasons. However, be advised! Their middle and high schools are very intense and fast paced. My family member claims it's "a fight" to get inquiries answered by teachers and staff.
Millburn Public School District is one of the best school districts in New Jersey.
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marlborough public school

a school where high niggas be
marlborough public school is a school for druggies. Definetly go there if you high 25/8
by highniger420 January 31, 2019
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A school district located west of Fairfax County Public Schools in Northern Virginia. It is a suburban district with some urban and rural areas. It is apparently one of the best and richest school districts in the country and is developing.
I attend Fairfax County Public Schools and some of my friends are moving to Loudoun County Public Schools.
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Winchester public school

The worst fucking place on the motherfucking earth, there is often people smoking in the washroom and there is a lot of rude people
“Dude do you go to a good school”
“No I go to Winchester public school
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Clovelly Public School

A state-operated primary school located in Bronte, Sydney. Eastern suburbs parents send their kids here while they choose a private school to transfer them to. It should be noted that by year 2, most of the students will have an IQ higher than their teacher.
Blonde woman in Porsche SUV:

"I'll come over after I drop Sebastian off at day-care."

"Isn't he nine-years-old?"
"Sorry, I meant Clovelly Public School."
by Sydneysideher July 27, 2022
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