local examinations

plural noun

any of various examinations, such as the GCE, set by university boards and conducted in local centres, schools, etc

Every boy is, if possible, passed through the Oxford Local Examinations.

The Association formed to promote the interests of students working for the university Higher Local examinations; see p. 326.

Education is free and compulsory, and the Cambridge local examinations are held annually.

The Cambridge Local Examinations have been held regularly since 1882.

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