This section provides information on the different types of schools available to pupils. Further information can be found on the Gov.uk website.
Types of schools
Registration of independent schools
Guidance and advice on the process for registering an independent school, and information about how to resolve disputes.
Multi-page article 04 March 2013
Independent special schools
Information on independent schools as they relate to children with statements of special educational needs (SEN).
Multi-page article 01 March 2013
Faith schools
An introduction to the role of faith schools and faith academies, and details of the Government's agenda for their development.
Multi-page article 31 January 2013
Boarding schools
Information about what a boarding school is and what their minimum standards should be.
General article 23 November 2012
University Training Schools
Information about the Government's plan to set up University Training Schools to provide outstanding initial teaching training.
General article 20 June 2012
EduBase
EduBase is a database of all educational establishments, maintained and kept up to date by the Department.
General article 26 April 2012
Trust schools
Information about what trust schools are, and how to learn more in depth knowledge regarding them.
General article 26 April 2012
Technical Academies, UTCs and Studio Schools
An introduction to Technical Academies, University Technical Colleges and Studio Schools.
General article 26 April 2012
Specialist schools FAQs
Answers to questions about the closure of the specialist school programme and the associated school funding.
FAQ 26 April 2012
