This is the 977th most frequent French word.
école
School.
In this sentence, “école” refers to the general concept of a school as an institution where education takes place.
L'école est un endroit où les enfants apprennent.
The school is a place where children learn.
Here, “école” is used in the context of attendance, implying a regular activity or routine involving going to school.
Je vais à l'école tous les jours.
I go to school every day.
In this usage, “école” refers to a specific educational institution associated with the speaker.