voluntary aided school

noun

A state-funded school in which a (usually religious) foundation or trust contributes to building costs and has a substantial influence in running the school.

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Meanings

nounvoluntary aided school (plural voluntary aided schools)

plural voluntary aided schools

  1. UKeducationA state-funded school in which a (usually religious) foundation or trust contributes to building costs and has a substantial influence in running the school.
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