<P> In some countries (such as Germany), private associations or churches can operate schools according to their own principles, as long as they comply with certain state requirements . When these specific requirements are met, especially in the area of the school curriculum, the schools will qualify to receive state funding . They are then treated financially and for accreditation purposes as part of the state education system, even though they make decisions about hiring and school policy (not hiring atheists, for example), which the state might not make itself . </P> <P> Government schools (also known as public schools) are free to attend for Australian citizens and permanent residents, whereas independent schools usually charge attendance fees . They can be divided into two categories: open and selective schools . The open schools accept all students from their government - defined catchment areas . Government schools educate approximately 65% of Australian students, with approximately 34% in Catholic and independent schools . </P> <P> Regardless of whether a school is part of the Government or independent systems, they are required to adhere to the same curriculum frameworks of their state or territory . The curriculum framework however provides for some flexibility in the syllabus, so that subjects such as religious education can be taught . Most school students wear uniforms . </P> <P> Public or Government funded schools are found throughout Bangladesh . These schools mostly teach students from Year 1 to 10, with examinations for students in years 5, 8, and 10 . All public schools follow the National Board Curriculum . Many children, especially girls, drop out of school after completing the 5th Year in remote areas . In larger cities such as Dhaka, however, this is fairly uncommon . Many good public schools conduct an entrance exam, although most public schools in the villages and small towns usually do not . Public schools are often the only option for parents and children in rural areas, but there are large numbers of private schools in Dhaka and Chittagong . Many Bangladeshi private schools teach their students in English and follow curricula from overseas, but in public schools lessons are taught in Bengali . </P>

Free state-supported schools that provided education for all students are