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elementary school

Elementary school is a period of formal education following pre-school but before high school. It usually encompasses grades 1-8 and students learn basic skills in areas such as reading, writing and math. (noun)

An example of elementary school is a local public educational institute where you can sign your child up for kindergarten.

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