Petition · Department for Education

Require capability assessments and curriculum standards for home educators

Closed 38 signatures

What the petition asks

Introduce parent capability assessments, home schooling training, increase home schooling team visits & observations, conduct regular child progress tests to ensure curriculum standards are met, & work with children’s services to confirm a parent/carer's suitability before approving home schooling.
We think home schooling can be misused by some parents to isolate a child, which could increase the risk of hidden abuse or neglect. It may also be used to avoid daily routines like school drop-offs. We think that in some cases, parents attempt to home school despite lacking the skills required, which can severely limit a child’s education and development. I would like more intervention to ensure a parent is capable of schooling prior to this being approved.

Timeline

7 Jan 2026 Petition opened for signatures
7 Jul 2026 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 38
Status Closed
Department Department for Education
Opened 7 Jan 2026
Closed 7 Jul 2026

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 23 Aug 2026.