Europa Press, en.edatv.news The left attacks Queen Letizia over the decision her daughter has just made
A recent decision by Sofía reignites the debate about the consistency between institutional gestures and private matters
Queen Letizia, King Felipe, and their daughters Leonor and Sofía are preparing for leisure activities. However, the latest information released by the Royal Household and related to the school period has brought back memories of September. It is the month when the academic year begins and, as is traditional, Queen Letizia inaugurates it at a public school.
The image projected by the queen at that official engagement is one of closeness and connection with her own memories of the education she received. Her presence is a show of support for public education, but, apparently, what is visible doesn't always go hand in hand with what is private. That is once again at the center of criticism with Zarzuela's latest announcement.
Letizia supports Sofía in pursuing an elite international education
Infanta Sofía has chosen to study political science and international relations at Forward College. This private institution has campuses in Lisbon, Paris, and Berlin and is affiliated with the University of London.
The program lasts three years and has an annual cost of about €18,500. The academic direction is overseen by the London School of Economics. According to Zarzuela, Sofía wishes to continue her education abroad, "like the rest of her classmates."
Before this stage, she completed the International Baccalaureate at UWC Atlantic College in Wales, just like Princess Leonor. Two years at that institution meant an expense of more than €80,000 covered by the king and queen.
Criticism of Letizia over Infanta Sofía's studies
The media outlet Infolibre, in an extensive article, focuses on that gap between what the Crown represents and the private choices it makes. It is highlighted that Queen Letizia, who was entirely educated in public education, has chosen not to follow that path with her daughters.
Letizia studied at public schools in Oviedo and Madrid and earned a degree in journalism from Complutense University. That biography contrasts with the path of her daughters, who were educated at exclusive and private institutions.
Infolibre highlights the contrast between the educational choices of the king and queen's daughters and the average spending on secondary education by Spanish families. According to INE, that figure is around €2,600 ($2,600) per student per year.
The role of Letizia and the king in public education
The criticism is not new, but it is reignited with each step in the royal family's educational journey. From sectors close to progressive thought, the lack of institutional coherence is questioned. It is not only about the cost or the destination of the studies, but also about the message delivered to citizens.
The debate remains open and is just beginning, because when private decisions are public by nature, every choice matters. In this case, the distance from the social majority becomes evident once again.
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