If a child is away from school because they are ill the Home Tuition Support Service may provide teaching at home for children who are absent for 15 or more consecutive school days.
If you are considering educating your child at home you can get advice from the organisations below.
Education Otherwise is a UK-based membership organisation which provides support and information for families whose children are being educated outside school.
www.education-otherwise.org
Educating your child out of school is a big step to take. East Sussex County Council Children's Services provide some information on what parents need to know about this area.
www.eastsussex.gov.uk/educationandlearning/schools/
attendanceandbehaviour/outofschooleducation/default.htm
