Grenada's educational system is modeled largely on the British educational system Education is free and compulsory from ages 5 to 16. The majority of the population will at least complete a primary education. Grenada has both public schools and parochial schools, although there may be only one choice in rural areas. Classes are taught in English, and high school students also learn French and Spanish. Students in public and some private schools wear uniforms.
There are three (3) Post secondary institutions in Grenada includes T.A. Marryshow Community College an affiliate of the University of the West Indies), Grenada National College which offers technical and vocational training and the Teacher Training College.
The St. George's University (Medical School), a private US institution founded in 1977, provides veterinary training, medical training arts and services for students from other countries, the majority from the U.S. Approximately 2000 students graduate from secondary school every year. Adult literacy rate is at an estimated 96%.