The number of children registering for home education rose by 75% in the first 8 months of this academic year in the UK.
The main reason, according to the DfE, is ‘Covid Anxiety.’ A number of young people are feeling worried, sad, anger and frustration towards Covid in the classroom, causing them to stay at home.
Home Education Rose in Every Part of the UK
Every nation and region of the UK saw at least a 50% rise in home education, for some, the rate was even higher.
Did any of your students convert to home education during lockdown or since March 2020?