Cryptic crossword clue
Pictures how pupils are grouped by ability? 6

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word INSETS

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The straight part
We know that "Pictures" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case pictures = insets.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does INSETS mean?

INSETS noun
  1. A smaller thing set into a larger thing, such as a small picture inside a larger one.
  2. Anything inserted.
  3. A small piece of material used to strengthen a garment.
INSETS verb
  1. To set in; infix or implant.
  2. To insert something.
  3. To add an inset to something.

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