Are all-girls and all-boys schools strict?

Not all single-sex schools are boot camp in disguise. Sure, some have traditions and uniforms, but many are surprisingly relaxed and student-centered. The “strict” label usually comes from the outside looking in. Inside, you’ll find classrooms full of curious kids cracking jokes, clubs that let students take the lead, and teachers who actually get what makes girls or boys tick. These schools aren’t about drilling rules into kids. They’re about creating spaces where students can focus, take risks, and grow without the pressure of impressing the other half of the population. So yes, there are rules, but they’re more about respect than repression. Think structure with soul, not discipline with a frown.