Definition: SFSU stands for "School For Girls" in English, which means a boarding school specifically for girls. The term was created by American author Anne Lamott in her book "Bird by Bird: Some Rules for Writing (And Other Essential Skills)". Definition: 1. School for Girls: In the context of schools, 'SFSU' refers to a school that is designed primarily for young women and offers a residential experience rather than an academic setting. 2. Boarding School: This term encompasses education in boarding schools, where children are not allowed to leave home or attend school during daylight hours unless supervised by adults. 3. Girls Only School: A girl's-only boarding school typically includes girls who come from diverse backgrounds, with many of them being single or partnered and often have special needs such as dyslexia or autism. 4. Residential Education: This term pertains to education that is primarily focused on the emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual development of children within their environment and community rather than academic work. 5. Private School: Another name for boarding schools, private schools typically provide a more personalized educational experience where parents or guardians have full control over what the school teaches and how it is managed. 6. International Boarding Schools: These schools are located in countries with different cultures and languages that may not be familiar to students from the host country's culture. 7. Academic School: A school where instruction primarily focuses on academic subjects, rather than physical activities or sports. 8. Educational Institution: An educational institution is a place designed to provide education and training to individuals of various backgrounds.

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