The Education Act 1944, also known as the Butler Act, was a significant piece of legislation in the United Kingdom that transformed the education system. It aimed to provide free and compulsory education for children up to the age of 15, ensuring that all students had access to schooling regardless of their background. The Act also established a tripartite system of secondary education, which included grammar schools, secondary modern schools, and technical schools. Additionally, the Act emphasized the importance of religious education and the need for local authorities to provide sufficient school places. It sought to improve educational standards and promote equal opportunities for all children, laying the groundwork for future reforms in the UK education system.