English Expression · Intermediate
first school
In the three-tier education system, a school for children until thee age of eight or nine
Pronunciation: say first school
Meaning
In the three-tier education system, a school for children until thee age of eight or nine.
Example
For six months in 2015, a class of 9-year-olds from a first school in rural Northumberland (29 children) planned and planted a hay meadow in a local garden […]
For six months in 2015, a class of 9-year-olds from a first school in rural Northumberland (29 children) planned and planted a hay meadow in a local garden […]
Practice tips
- Practice first school out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.