There are different types of schools available to create a positive learning environment for students with many different types of learning styles. Some of the most common types of schools include pre-schools, primary and elementary schools, secondary schools and higher education institutions. Not all students thrive in a public school because of learning, physical, emotional or other disabilities. Some people require a more hands-on learning environment, while others need a quiet distraction-free zone. Identifying the right school may take a little bit of effort, but can go a long way in making learning a positive experience.

Types of Middle Schools

There are not many types of middle schools to choose from however, there are many middle schools that parents can choose from in their district. When selecting a middle school for your child, your decision lies between a public middle school, a private middle school or a junior boarding school. While some middle schools do offer boarding or even home-stay programs, these schools are not nearly as common as public or private middle schools. Public Middle Schools Public middle schools can be found in every district in every state in the US. These middle schools are publicly funded – paid for by...

Types of Pre-schools

When choosing which preschool to send their child to, most parents make a decision between different types of schools. The choices may be overwhelming, but it’s important to keep in mind that the type of program you choose will affect how much or how little your child learns in preschool. Choosing the program that is the best possible fit with your child will ensure that he or she gets off to a good start. The following are some of the most common types of preschools in the United States. Montessori Montessori is one of the most well-established names in early childhood education. Montessori...

Types of Higher Education Schools

Higher education usually involves courses or content that is far more field- or career-specific in comparison to the course offerings within the mandatory education system, which ends with Grade Twelve. As a result, there are a variety of different types of institutions that offer higher education, be it in the form of a certificate, diploma, associate’s degree, bachelor’s degree, professional designation, or a post-graduate degree. In most cases, institutions that offer higher education include colleges and universities of which there are several different types. The following are some of...

Types of Primary Schools

There are approximately 49 million children and adolescents across the United States enrolled in public schools, including primary, elementary, middle, and secondary schools. Six million additional students attend private schools for kindergarten through to Grade Twelve. Knowing which school to send your child to requires knowing the different types of schools currently out there. The following article gives a brief overview of the various types of public and private elementary schools. Types of Public Elementary Schools Public schools are funded by the local and state governments and sometimes get...

Types of Secondary Schools

In the United States, secondary education, which includes Grade Nine to Grade Twelve, takes place in a variety of educational institutions and settings. Public institutions are generally funded with the support of local, state, and federal governments. Private high schools, on the other hand, rely on student tuition, fundraising, and/or endowments in order to operate. There are several different types of both public and private secondary schools.         Types of Public Secondary Schools In 2010-11, there were 15,993 regular public high schools in the United States. This figure doesn’t include...