France's school uniform experiment unravels with only mixed results
- Two years after France began trialling uniforms in schools, the experiment is sputtering to a close after failing to convince pupils or teachers.
- Research found strong opposition among students, while evidence of better academic results, less bullying or fewer social divisions remained limited.
- Education Minister Édouard Geffray confirmed in late August that the opt-in scheme would not continue nationally when schools reopened for the 2026-2027 academic year.
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- Two years after France began trialling uniforms in schools, the experiment is sputtering to a close after failing to convince pupils or teachers.
- Research found strong opposition among students, while evidence of better academic results, less bullying or fewer social divisions remained limited.
- Education Minister Édouard Geffray confirmed in late August that the opt-in scheme would not continue nationally when schools reopened for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Sources: RFI