Home education

Home education is where a parent or carer chooses to become the main teacher of their children and takes the legal responsibility for deciding what they will be taught and how. Normally, this is without direct support from schools, or the local authority. 

If your child already attends school you must request the local authority’s consent to withdraw them from school. You will be expected to explain how you intend to provide a suitable education for your child. In a few circumstances, including if your child has never attended school, you do not have to ask for the local authority’s consent to home educate, but the local authority is likely to contact you to find out if your child is receiving a suitable education.

You can find out more about Home Education including information and support networks on the MyGov.scot website.