During the which stage in society, did education became its own social institution rather than something that the family handled?

The formalization and institutionalization of education as a separate entity from family responsibility occurred during the stage of society known as the industrialization and modernization period. This transition occurred primarily during the 19th and 20th centuries as societies underwent significant economic and social changes.

During this period, as industrialization progressed, there was a growing need for a more skilled and specialized workforce. Formal education systems were established to meet this demand, and the responsibility for education gradually shifted from being primarily a family function to a societal one. Governments began to take a more active role in organizing and regulating education, creating public school systems that were intended to provide standardized and formalized education for all children.

The establishment of compulsory education laws, the development of standardized curricula, and the construction of public schools are all key aspects of this shift. The aim was to ensure that citizens, regardless of their family background, had access to a basic level of education to contribute to the workforce and participate in civic life.