The new Norwegian government has always had an eternal desire to strengthen the position of private schools in Norwegian society. Independent schools are already widespread in England and generally achieve better results than the country's state schools. However, many British parents still prefer state schools, and many people in Norway are also skeptical of private schools. Why are many people negative towards these self-governing schools? In this article I will look at the advantages and disadvantages of private schools. This needs to be done by taking a look at the differences between private schools and public schools, why parents prefer state schools, bullying in different schools and the performance of different students in society. Both public and private schools have been around for a long time. However, it was the church that founded private schools at the time, and anyone who attended these schools at the time was considered lucky and wealthy. Today, all children aged 5 to 16 in England are entitled to free education in a state school (i.e. government-run education centres, funded by national taxes and authorized to educate students according to the national curriculum). . (Gov.uk, 2013) Additionally, independent or private schools are also common. These schools are funded through admission fees, tuition, etc., and are free to teach children what they want, how they want. The latter mentioned are also known to expect higher qualifications when it comes to their teachers and staff, not to mention the students themselves. Selection of students through entrance exams results in fewer students, smaller classes, and better... school--even-if-they-didn't-have-to-pay-fees-8786179.htmlHenry, 2013: "Children are victims of bullying because of their rich environment, study finds." Located November 25, 2013 on the Internet http://www.telegraph.co.uk/education/9843997/Children-bullied-because-of-ir-wealthy- backgrounds-study-finds.htmlWeir, 2008: “I just want the best for my children” Located on November 25, 2013 on the Internet: http://www.theguardian.com/education/2008/sep/03/publicschools.schoolsHope, 2013: “'Really shocking' that the well-off, educated middle class in Private schools continue to rule Britain, says Sir John Major." Located November 28, 2013 on the Internet: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/politics/conservative/10439303/Truly-shocking-that-the-private-school-educated-and-affluent-middle-class- still -run-Britain-says-Sir-John-Major.html