Eliot Had The Privilege Of Education

Another intriguing fact about Eliot that people might not know is that she had the privilege of education. George Eliot's father invested in her education despite the fact that she was not physically appealing but had a brilliant mind. She started attending Mrs. Wallington's school when she was nine years old. After being tutored by Maria Lewis, Eliot enrolled in Miss Franklin's school in Coventry shortly after turning 13 years old. From her early schooling in religious institutions, Eliot gained a strong dislike for evangelicalism and learnt to behave properly.

After that, Eliot had just a brief formal education because, at the time, it was unusual for women to receive such an education. However, Eliot was permitted to spend time at the Arbury Hall library since her father had a significant part in the Arbury Hall and Estate. This made it possible for her to pursue her studies through independent study. Eventually, George Eliot had the chance to enroll in a top university. She soon became one of Bedford College's first graduates.