Lily Allen Talks About Sending Daughters to Private School

In a candid conversation on her podcast "Miss Me?" with co-host Miquita Oliver, singer Lily Allen shared her thoughts on sending her two daughters, Ethel and Marnie, to private school in Brooklyn. Despite her own mixed feelings about private education, Allen emphasized that the choice was influenced by the local schooling options available to her family. She noted that while her daughters were educated in state schools during their time in London, the public school options in Brooklyn did not meet her expectations. Allen explained that the decision to switch to private schooling was not a rejection of public education but rather a necessity due to the limited choices in their area. She highlighted the challenges posed by the school lottery system in Brooklyn, which resulted in a school that was both inconveniently located and unsatisfactory in quality. With the resources to explore alternatives, Allen opted for private education, underscoring her belief in the value of both public and private schools depending on individual circumstances. Reflecting on her own educational journey, Allen revealed her struggles with a lack of formal qualifications, having attended 13 different schools and leaving without any GCSEs. She expressed regret over not pursuing her interest in midwifery due to her educational background. Despite her experiences, Allen conveyed a desire to engage with diverse communities, stating the importance of surrounding herself with people from various walks of life rather than those solely within her socioeconomic bracket.