Quote by Virginia Woolf

You send a boy to school in order to make friends - the right sort.

You send a boy to school in order to make friends - the righ

Summary

This quote suggests that one of the reasons for sending a child to school is to enable them to build connections and establish relationships with the right kind of individuals. It implies that attending school not only facilitates academic learning but also exposes children to a diverse pool of potential friends. The phrase "the right sort" implies that the desired friendships are those that have a positive influence and contribute to the child's growth and development. Overall, the quote emphasizes the social aspect of education and the importance of building meaningful connections during the learning process.

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