Do Religious Schools Hinder Children's Autonomy?

UCL Uncovering Politics · May 22, 2025 · 36m

Today, we’re diving into the complex and often contentious world of religious schools. Are they a threat to social cohesion and tolerance, or are they simply an expression of parental rights and freedom of religion? Some argue that religious schools may indoctrinate children or isolate communities, while others insist parents should be free to raise their children in accordance with their deepest values — including their faith.

So who's right? And what should this mean for public policy — especially in terms of how states regulate and fund religious education?

To help us think about these…