The Cathedral Schools

Cathedral schools were medieval institutions associated with cathedrals, primarily in Europe, serving as centers for education during the Middle Ages. They provided instruction in Latin, Christian doctrine, and liberal arts to clergy, choirboys, and sometimes lay students. These schools played a vital role in preserving and transmitting knowledge, acting as precursors to modern universities. They often featured structured curricula, masters or teachers, and focused on both religious and secular subjects, fostering intellectual growth within the context of church life. Over time, some evolved into early universities, shaping Western higher education.