Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

private-school

noun

/ˈpraɪvɪt skuːl/

Definition

A private school is an educational institution that is not funded by the government and is typically financed through tuition paid by the students’ families.

Examples

Many parents choose to send their children to a private school for its small class sizes and personalized attention.
The private school offered an impressive range of extracurricular activities.
After much consideration, she decided to enroll her son in a private school to enhance his educational opportunities.