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Some Relevant Dates in Early English Education |
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1850 - The first district school was opened
1870 - Education compulsory in areas with adequate school places.
1880 - School attendance obligatory everywhere
1891 - Fees were abolished in elementary schools.
1893 - A universal minimum school leaving age was introduced at 11 years.
1899 - School leaving age raised to 12 years
1918 - School leaving age was raised to 14 years
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