An educational institution is a place where people of different ages gain an education, including preschools, childcare, primary-elementary schools, secondary-high schools, and universities. They provide a large variety of learning environments and learning spaces.

Educational architecture, school architecture or school building design is a specific practice of commercial architecture where the building design is focused for the primary purpose of educational instruction, such as schools and universities, as well as other educational institutions. The design of a building can significantly influence the learning experience of students. Additionally, because schools are important sources of traffic, employment and community activities, school buildings often act as anchor institutions in neighborhoods or communities.

Types of educational institution include: