Rise in Home Schooling

31 October 2024

There has been a notable increase in home schooling across the UK. Factors contributing to this trend included traditional schools’ challenges in supporting students with mental health issues and special educational needs. The COVID-19 pandemic further highlighted these disparities, prompting a shift towards online and hybrid education models. Experts have expressed concerns about the quality of education and potential lack of oversight in home schooling environments. Further information about this can be found here and here