Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
feeder-school
Noun
/ˈfiːdər skuːl/
Definition
A feeder school is an educational institution that regularly sends its students to a particular secondary school, college, or university.
Examples
- The local elementary school is a feeder school for the nearby high school.
- Many private high schools have multiple feeder schools to recruit new students.
Meaning
Typically, feeder schools aim to prepare their students for the next level of education, helping them meet the admission requirements and ensuring a smooth transition.
Synonyms
- Primary school
- Preparatory school
- Admission school
