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UK, the island country comprising of Great Britain, parts of Ireland and many small islands, boasts of the world famous universities like Oxford, Cambridge and Harvard.  Many of the greatest Presidents, Prime Ministers, Writers and Statesmen were moulded and presented to the world by these universities. 
It will be interesting, informative and inspiring to go through the educational systems practiced in this part of the world.  When we speak of education of UK, it would be improper to avoid the educational adaptations in the neighbouring countries like Wales, Scotland and Ireland.  Statistics show that Ireland stands top in ranks scored in academic exams.   
Five education and library boards ensure the quality of studies in Ireland.  Ireland still runs grammar schools.  They have to sit for the eleven plus transfer test in the last year of primary school.  
Unlike the other countries of UK, Scotland has a wide range of subjects to study for the secondary level.  The state schools are owned and operated by local authorities €“ Education Authorities.  Audits and inspections of educational standards are conducted regularly in Scotland.  
Wales has given importance to teach their wards in Welsh medium schools.  There is provision to study desired subject in Welsh medium at all levels: primary, secondary, college and adult education. While Wales and Scotland follow the comprehensive school system, diversity of schools and parental choice is given importance in England.  
There are single sex schools and co-ed schools in all these countries.  There is CEE (Common Entrance Exam) to gain entry into highly selective schools.