I live in Switzerland and kids are encouraged to get to and from on their own. My village gives the junior high kids a bus pass to get to school in the next town. The pass is good all week long so the kids use it to hang out on the weekends. I love it as I no longer have to chauffeur my kid all over the place. My 15-y.o. is probably more independent than many American college freshmen. Fortunately, she’s responsible and doesn’t abuse her privilege.
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