A calm summary of what is changing and when for home educators under the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill. March 2026 update.
There has been a lot of anxiety around the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill and what it could mean for home educating families in England. That concern is understandable. These proposals matter. But it is also important to stay rooted in what is actually...
Are local authority visits compulsory for home educators? Why many homeschooling families choose not to accept LA visits. From time to time, local authorities contact home ed families and ask for a home visit, a phone call, or samples of work. These requests are often presented as informal or supportive. Many families agree in good faith. It is important to understand why a large number of...
