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By Robert Kennedy, About.com Guide to Private Schools

Private vs Independent Schools

Friday February 10, 2006
You and I hear the terms 'private schools' and 'independent schools' bandied about as though they mean the same thing. But do they? Find out the answer here. You'll find the answers to many of the questions you probably have about private K-12 education in Private School FAQs. As always, if you have a question and can't find the answer on my site, please email me. I'm a live human who will answer your email! Please put "Private School Question" in the subject of your email so that your message makes it past my SPAM filter.


Ashbrook Independent School (above) in Corvallis, Oregon, opened its doors a few years ago. It's wonderful to see new schools succeed. Their founders not only had vision, but they also had a sound business plan. Too many new ventures of any kind fail without sound planning. A school is no different.

Paying for It Wondering how you'll pay those hefty tuition bills? Here are some ideas.
Dealing with the Unthinkable Confront the inevitable tough moments any school goes through BEFORE they take you and your school down with them.

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