preparatory scheme
noun phraseUK /prɪˈpærətəri skiːm/
US /prɪˈpærətɔːri skiːm/
A preparatory scheme is a plan made ahead of time to get ready for something.
The school made a preparatory scheme to help new students feel welcome.
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2. A structured course or program designed to prepare students for a particular exam or level of study.
She enrolled in a preparatory scheme for the entrance test.
3. A financial or insurance arrangement set up in advance to cover future needs.
The company set up a preparatory scheme to fund staff training.
4. A preliminary outline or blueprint used before a main project begins.
The architects drafted a preparatory scheme before the final design.