Early school education
At what age do British children start school?
5
What age do students finish school in the UK?
18
What do British students call their teachers?
Sir or Miss
What does “Further Education” mean?
Education after 16 that is not university
What is worn by students at graduation?
Cap and gown
What is the first stage of school education?
Primary education
What subjects are compulsory?
English, Maths, Science
What month does the school year usually start?
September
True or False: Further Education includes colleges.
True
What is the highest degree in Higher Education?
PhD
What is the second stage of school education?
Primary education
What exam do students take at 16?
GCSE
What are the two types of schools in the UK?
State and private
What age group studies in Further Education?
16 to 18 (or older)
What are the two oldest universities in Britain?
Oxford and Cambridge
What age does primary education finish?
11
What exam do students take at 18?
A-levels
True or False: All schools in the UK are private.
False
What is Higher Education?
University-level education
What is another name for Oxford and Cambridge together?
Oxbridge
What age does secondary education start?
11
What does GCSE stand for?
General Certificate of Secondary Education
True or False: School is free for everyone in the UK.
False (only state schools are)
What age do students usually enter university?
18
How many main stages does the British education system have?
Three (School, Further, Higher)