"We have long called for a register for all home educators to ensure that children are receiving a suitable education in a safe environment."
Responding to the introduction by the Education Secretary of a register of children not in school, Cllr Anntoinette Bramble, Chair of the Local Government Association’s Children and Young People Board, said:
“It is good the Government has acted on councils’ concerns around the increasing number of children receiving an education outside the classroom and missing out on the benefits that a school environment brings, such as safeguarding and learning and socialising with other children.
“While for some children home schooling can be a positive experience, we have long called for a register for all home educators to ensure that children are receiving a suitable education in a safe environment, as well as the tools and flexibilities for councils to check a child’s home schooling.
“These will be vital in helping to make sure children aren’t being taught in unsuitable or dangerous environments.”