special school
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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He was sent initially to a regular school, but before long was transferred against his wishes to a special school.
From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026
Sienna got a placement in August and is now in her second year at a special school where Dorothy said she is "absolutely thriving".
From BBC ● May 16, 2026
Appeal judges have reduced the damages previously awarded to a former pupil who said he was repeatedly restrained at a private residential special school.
From BBC ● Apr. 6, 2026
Independent special schools charge an average of £63,000 per child per year, more than twice the £26,000 cost of a state special school.
From BBC ● Feb. 20, 2026
Mr. Bykovski’s daughter, Esther, had been in my class until she was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and had to go away to a special school.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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