Elementary Education
/ˌɛlɪˈmɛntri ˌɛdjuˈkeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The initial stage of formal education typically covering basic subjects, often mandated by law to ensure fundamental literacy and numeracy.
The state requires all children to complete elementary education before advancing to secondary school.
Forms
- elementary education
- elementary educations
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Commentary
Legally, elementary education is often defined by statute to guarantee minimum education standards and access for all children.
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