residential school
The term "residential school" is commonly used to describe institutions where students live on campus while receiving their education.
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Definition
B2General Education
(formal)An educational institution where students live on the premises during the academic term.
Example
- Many parents choose a residential school for their children to ensure they receive a well-rounded education.
C1Historical Context
(historical)An institution historically used to assimilate indigenous children into the dominant culture, often with negative consequences.
Example
- The legacy of residential schools has had a profound impact on indigenous communities.
B2Remote Education
(formal)A school providing education and accommodation, typically for children from remote or rural areas.
Example
- Children from remote villages often attend residential schools due to the lack of local educational facilities.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "residential school":
boarding schoolindustrial schoolmission schoolpublic schoolseparate schoolhome schoolconvent schoolfirst school