This section provides information on the different types of schools available to pupils. Further information can be found on the Directgov website.
Types of schools
Free Schools
An introduction to Free Schools, addressing what Free Schools are, who can set them up, and what their impact will be, together with a message from the Secretary of State.
General article 12 December 2011
About academies
Information about the benefits and freedoms of gaining academy status.
General article 05 January 2012
FAQ: About specialist schools
Answers to questions about the closure of the specialist school programme and the associated school funding.
FAQ 24 January 2012
Boarding schools
Information about what a boarding school is and what their minimum standards should be.
General article 18 August 2011
Technical Academies, UTCs and Studio Schools
An introduction to Technical Academies, University Technical Colleges and Studio Schools.
General article 28 June 2011
Faith schools
An introduction to the role of faith schools and faith academies, and details of the Government's agenda for their development.
General article 07 June 2011
Trust schools
Information about what trust schools are, and how to learn more in depth knowledge regarding them.
General article 24 May 2011
EduBase
EduBase is a database of all educational establishments, maintained and kept up to date by the Department.
General article 13 September 2010
