Home education
Parents or carers must provide a suitable education for their child. In most cases, this happens through the formal setting of a school.
However, some parents or carers choose to teach their child at home. This is known as home education.
Related documents:
- Elective Home Education: Policy
This policy is under review and will be updated shortly. For urgent enquiries or further information, send an email to Home.Education@birmingham.gov.uk - Elective Home Education: Guidance for Parents (revised September 2021)
- Elective Home Education Referral Form – Schools
- Elective Home Education Referral Form – Professionals
- Elective Home Education Referral Form – Parents
Page last updated: 24 November 2025
