The problems with these questions are at what point can someone be forced?
I NEVER liked going to school. But I wasn't FORCED to take subjects I hated.
But I was FORCED to attend, or I'd have my big behind kicked.
Also I think Children often don't realise the importance of the education they're having. I wish I'd worked harder at school.
So more detailled answer for me is:
England UK (I study at Queen Margaret University College in Edinburgh, Scotland at the moment)
When GCSE subject choices came up circa 14/15, I chose my own. Same with A-Level subjects at 16. And the same with my degree choices.
SO my parents made me go to school, but the direction I took was my own.
As for "friends" I went to a Private School and it was competative. I was made to feel bad for getting crappy marks. But the irony was I couldn't be bothered to work, but go upset when I did badly. Kids are stupid.
Need anymore dude, just PM me.