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special school

British

noun

a school for children who are unable to benefit from ordinary schooling because they have learning or physical disabilities, etc

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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

The government has also pledged to set up breakfast clubs for every primary school and special school in the country.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

It was designed for autistic children unable to manage in mainstream school, but for whom special school might not be the right place.

From BBC • Jan. 11, 2026

Under savings plans announced by the EA, the cost of a school dinner for primary and special school pupils will go up by 50p from £2.60 to £3.10.

From BBC • Jan. 4, 2026

"I've got an ID because my dad teaches here. I take courses from a special school up on the North Shore."

From "Things Not Seen" by Andrew Clements

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