Education / Institutional Concept
Educational institution
Definition
An entity whose sole or principal purpose is to provide instructional services, or related clinical, community, or research services.
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Educational institutions are a core unit of analysis for education provision, finance, staffing, infrastructure, and system organisation.
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Sources and evidence
- OECD — Education at a Glance 2026 — Chapter B2 · Definitions — Educational institutions (direct)