State reverses ban on Cambridge exams in private schools

The government has walked back its proposed ban on Cambridge examinations in private schools, citing a need for pragmatism in the education sector. The reversal follows significant pushback from parents and private institutions who argued that the ban would limit educational choice and quality. Supporters of the reversal argue that it protects the competitiveness of the private education sector, while opponents counter that the government’s initial attempt to enforce the ban was a misguided effort to centralize control over the curriculum. The strategic shift reflects a recognition that the state lacks the capacity to replace the demand for international qualifications. By abandoning the policy, the government has avoided a protracted conflict with the middle and upper classes. A tactical retreat to maintain social stability within the education sector.