Public Schools Directory & Guide 2011

A guide to public school education in the United Kingdom

Welcome to the Public Schools Directory & Guide 2011. The guide offers information on entry to public schools in  Britain and the experience for pupils and their families.

What is a public school?

A public school, in common English and Welsh usage, is a prestigious school for children usually between the ages of 11 or 13 and 18.  Public schools charge fees and are not financed by the state. Some of their income may be derived from endowments, perhaps in the form of rent paid on property given to the school at some time in the past.  By contrast, a government-maintained school, where instruction is provided free of charge, is called a state school.

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