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, email Home.Education@birmingham.gov.uk - Elective Home Education: guidance for parents
This policy is under review and will be updated shortly. For urgent enquiries or further information, email Home.Education@birmingham.gov.uk - Elective Home Education Referral Form – schools
- Elective Home Education Referral Form – professionals
- Elective Home Education Referral Form – parents
Page last updated: 4 December 2025
