During the past few months the Education Welfare Service has been researching guidance/procedures relating to Elective Home Education. This is a provision for parents wishing to exercise their right under Section 7 of the Education Act 1996 to educate their child or children at home. This project is now complete and further information can be obtained by clicking on the links to the documents below.

If you have any queries relating to Elective Home Education please contact the Senior Education Welfare Officer on 01793 463094.

Elective Home Education Information for ParentsLink

Elective Home Education Guidance for SchoolsLink