National School

noun

1. (in Ireland) a state primary school
2. (in England in the 19th century) a school run by the Church of England for the children of the poor

Example Sentences

The last confirmed sighting of Ms Lynch was outside a national school about 400 yards from a bridge over the canal where she was found 30 hours later.

From BBC

A key question in the case is whether Ms Lynch walked off on her own from the national school towards the bridge.

From BBC

In recent weeks, Trump has floated the idea of a national “school choice” policy.

From Los Angeles Times

The Maskwacîs Education Schools Commission showcases an inspiring model that the federal government, having recently announced a new national school food program, should pay attention to.

From Salon

“Lunchables are not a healthy option for kids and shouldn’t be allowed on the menu as part of the National School Lunch Program,” Brian Ronholm, director of food policy at Consumer Reports, said at the time.

From Salon