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The myth of safe educational spaces in Indonesia
Despite government budget allocations for education, not all impoverished families receive support, and many struggle to afford quality education.
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Stop bullying: Students of the Lazuardi Kamila Global Compassionate School (SCS) in Surakarta, Central Java stamp their hands on a banner on Jan. 2, 2024 during an anti-bullying campaign. (Antara/Maulana Surya)
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eports of bullying at an international school recently sparked a public discourse about our educational environment. There is a widely held belief that education leads to the cultivation of individuals with noble character, strong moral values and ultimately, prosperity. However, recent incidents indicate that education alone may not suffice to instill desirable qualities of character and civility in children.
Wealthy families aspire to provide their children with the finest education available, including access to top-tier schools and specialized tutoring, to ensure their success in continuing the family legacy. Their educational pursuits extend beyond domestic institutions to include prestigious schools abroad.
Additionally, family traditions and cultural practices contribute to the accumulation of cultural capital, through daily interactions and activities. Furthermore, strong familial bonds and friendships facilitate the development of the essential skills necessary for future endeavors.
Thus, affluent families not only inherit material wealth but also possess the intellectual acumen and competencies essential for the future. This comprehensive educational approach is tailored to meet the needs and aspirations of both parents and children alike.
On the other hand, lower-middle-class families must calculate and strategize carefully. The educational aspirations they envision for their children are at the top tier, but they have limited incomes.
The selection of schools and courses for their children must be carefully and precisely sorted to prevent financial strain. They calculate diligently so that their children can achieve their dreams and live a better life in the future.
Meanwhile, impoverished families contend with numerous challenges in their daily lives. They toil strenuously to make ends meet, with their children constantly at risk of discontinuing their education due to financial constraints. Despite government budget allocations for education, not all impoverished families receive support, and many struggle to afford quality education.
