Why Are UK Schools So Different From US Schools?
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In this video, I’m diving into the differences between the school systems in the United States and the United Kingdom, from the perspective of an American expat living in England.
We’re talking all about:
• How school districts in the US compare to UK catchment areas
• Why school uniforms in England make life easier
• The truth about standardized testing in both countries
• UK vs US school holidays and term dates
• The real cost of public education in America vs state schools in the UK
• What surprised me about school lunches and transportation
As an American mom raising a family in the UK, these differences were eye-opening. Whether you're a fellow expat, a curious traveler, or just love comparing cultures, you’ll enjoy this deep dive into what school life looks like on both sides of the Atlantic.
💬 Let me know in the comments—what surprised you the most about the UK school system?
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US vs UK School System: What Shocked Me as an American Living in England 🇺🇸🇬🇧
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YOUTUBE VIDEO CHAPTERS/TIMESTAMPS:
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00:00.UK vs US: States Schools vs Public Schools
00:27.UK vs US: School Districts vs Catchment Areas
01:48 UK vs US: School Uniforms: Culture Shock & Shift
03:41 UK vs US:School Testing: SAT's, ACT's vs GCSE's
06:34 UK vs US: School Term Breaks & Summer Holiday
08:35 UK vs US: School Budgets & Hidden Costs
10:37 UK vs US: School Bus, Transportation & School Lunches
12:55 UK vs US: School Culture Shock
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US vs UK School System: What Shocked Me as an American Living in England 🇺🇸🇬🇧
In today's video, I discuss the differences in the UK education system versus the United States. As an American in the UK, I was shocked by the difference between district schooling in the US and catchment areas here. Join me as I share my real life experiences.
