What does maintained school mean?

maintained schools are those that are funded and controlled by the local education authority.

Explanation:

types of maintained school's

Community schools

Voluntary controlled (VC) schools

Voluntary aided (VA) schools

Foundation schools

Maintained schools have to follow the SEN Code of Practice. Class sizes are capped at 30 pupils, and at primary level, they are not allowed to select pupils on the basis of their academic ability. They pay teachers according to the national pay scale and have to provide regular performance reviews.

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