'The only obligation in the Bill - it does not say what home-educated children are to learn, or set out detailed content - is to make sure that children are safe and are learning,' said Ed. One problem. That's not true.
Along with compulsory registration and home monitoring visits, Ed's Law would compel parents to submit annual advance plans for children's educational 'outcomes', the local authority deciding whether these were 'suitable' and being achieved. Failure to comply or achieve would bring a compulsory school attendance order.
My partner and I offer our children books, drawing materials, tools (sharp ones), cooking ingredients, the garden, and freedom to play with their friends for hours on end.
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