What was education like in the Massachusetts Colony?

[Aatish]

I'm interested in learning about the education system in the Massachusetts Colony. What subjects were taught, and who had access to schooling during that time?

 

[peterkavinsky]

Education in the Massachusetts Colony was religion-focused, aiming to ensure literacy for reading the Bible. Laws required towns to set up schools, boys studied reading, writing, math, and Latin, while girls often learned reading and domestic skills at home.

 

[Mayank singh]

Education in the Massachusetts Colony focused on religious instruction, reading, and writing. Schools taught children to read the Bible, with strict Puritan values shaping lessons. Attendance was encouraged, and laws required towns to establish schools for community education.