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Home Education in the South West

Advice on home education

When considering home education, the first question often asked is “is it legal?”
The simple answer is yes.  Education is compulsory, going to school is not. 
The processes and Guidelines do vary though in different parts of the UK  ... more information

If your child currently attends school, you will need to de-register your child before you can begin to home educate  ...more information

Other common questions are “Do I need to be a teacher?”,  “Do I need to follow the national Curriculum?”,  “How do I actually provide a suitable education for my child?”  ...more information
 

Legal aspects Deregistration Learning styles & FAQ

 

For information specifically about the Local Authorities in the South West of England, click here.

 

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