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Home schooling

Some parents do not want their children to attend a school and choose to educate them at home.child writing in notebook

The law allows parents to educate their children at home instead of sending them to school, as long as they fulfil certain conditions. We, as the local education authority, must be satisfied that the child is being taught to a satisfactory standard.

Policy for home schooling

We have published guidelines on our policy for elective home education.

This is for parents/carers who wish to take responsibility for their child's education and educate them at home.

Additional information

This leaflet provides useful information for parents deciding to withdraw their child from a school and home educate them instead.

Private tuition

If you are thinking of employing a private tutor for your child, visit our Private tuition page for further information.

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