Parents Opt for English Medium Schools Despite Learning Gaps

TV9 Hindi · education

Millions of Indian parents are choosing English-medium private schools for their children, even if the child struggles to understand the language initially. This decision stems from a conflict between research showing children learn best in their mother tongue and the reality that English unlocks higher education and better job prospects in India. While many schools claim to be English-medium, a significant portion do not actually teach primarily in English. This gap between parental expectations and educational delivery is a major concern, impacting learning outcomes.