The Bell-lloc and Les Alzines schools decided to renounce Generalitat subsidies to maintain their single-sex education model. This shift to a fully private status will raise monthly fees to approximately 600 euros, prompting many families to seek places in public schools and institutes across Girona.
Local authorities have reported a significant impact on the city's educational planning. Queralt Vila, the local Education Councilor, criticized the regional government for the late communication regarding the withdrawal of funding, which has caused confusion among families during the enrollment period that started on March 4th.
“"Education based on gender separation is a pedagogical model that is part of the identity of both centers."
