Compare and Contrast Essay

public and private schools

- Education important part of raising children and preparing them to live

successful lives.
- For many families, finding the right school environment can be a challenging
task.
- several similarities and differences between public and private schools

Similarities:
1. have to follow the rules and regulations of the Ministry of Education
2. use the same curriculum and teach the core subjects such as English,
Mathematics and Science, although the method of delivery may be different
3. conduct exams to assess students’ progress

Differences:

public schools private schools

aim/purpose/motive purpose to provide a aim to make a profit
service to the people
funded by the government using students’ fees
taxpayers’ money
administered/managed/ the government an individual or a group
controlled by of people
fees
class size
facilities less or more? well maintained?
technology up-to-date?

- both public and private schools provide education and opportunities for students
- today parents have a choice in their child’s education
- can evaluate both public and private schools and choose an option that best
suits the child and family.
 Compare and Contrast Structure Words

Compare

 Similarly
 Likewise
 Also
 Both … and …
 Just like …

Contrast

 However
 In contrast
 On the other hand
 Unlike
 Whereas