Education in England Info

Education in England is overseen by the Department for Children, Schools and Families and the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.

At a local level the local authorities take responsibility for implementing policy for public education and state schools

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Full-time education is compulsory for all children aged between 5 and 16 (inclusive). Students may then continue their secondary studies for a further two years (sixth form), leading most typically to an A level qualification, although other qualifications and courses exist, including the BTEC and the International Baccalaureate. The leaving age for compulsory education was raised to 18 by the Education and Skills Act 2008. The change will take effect in 2013 for 17 year olds and 2015 for 18 year olds.  

State-provided schools are free of charge to students, and there is also a tradition of independent schooling, but parents may choose to educate their children by any suitable means.Higher education typically begins with a 3-year Bachelor's Degree. Postgraduate degrees include Master's Degrees, either taught or by research, and Doctor of Philosophy, a research degree that usually takes at least 3 years. Universities require a Royal charter in order to issue degrees, and all but one are financed by the state with a low level of fees for students.

Take an English Course in England

There are destinations all across England in which a student can travel to to attend an English Course. This article aims to help a student considering attending an English Course to choose which destination in which to learn. England's history provides an excellent opportunity for international students attending an English course to learn and enrich their knowledge of English Culture and History. 

English history is truly diverse; as it consists of ruling Monarchies from across Europe, including the Romans, the Normans and the Vikings. Therefore, considering its diverse history, any international students considering attending an English Course in England will be openly welcomed as the English are accustomed to newcomers in their land. The historical landmarks within England (such as Stonehenge, Big Ben and the Tower of London) are intriguing and highly educational. 


For an international student attending an English Course in England, having access to such cultural and educational places it will not only improve their knowledge of the English language and culture but also assist their studies on their English Course. To have the experience of visiting these places also enables a student to discuss the place to which they went during their English Course in England.


Attending an English Course in England means an international student has the opportunity to learn and perfect their English language knowledge in the language's native environment. England's massive tourist industry is also accommodating towards international students and provides a large range of exciting and interesting things to do for someone attending an English course. 

Places such as London, Salisbury and Eastbourne are known for their tourist attractions and these places are definitely great places to attend an English Course. Last bat not least, by attending and English Course at an English School provides students with the opportunity to make new friends.

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