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private school

–noun
a school founded, conducted, and maintained by a private group rather than by the government, usually charging tuition and often following a particular philosophy, viewpoint, etc.

Origin:
1820–30
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private school  
n.  A secondary or elementary school run and supported by private individuals or a corporation rather than by a government or public agency.
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