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Homeschool Requirements by State & Country
Scotland, United Kingdom homeschool laws at a glance.
Always verify with current law. This information is summarized from
HSLDA,
HSLDA Canada,
and government education ministries as of 2026. Homeschool laws change — confirm requirements with your local education authority before making decisions.
Local-authority consent is required to withdraw a child from a public school to home educate. No consent needed if the child has never attended school.
Annual Assessment
No routine inspection. The authority must act under s. 37 if not satisfied that an efficient and suitable education is being provided.
Minimum Instruction
Not specified
Teacher Qualifications
None required
Parental duty to provide "efficient and suitable" education sits with the parent under s. 30. Updated Scottish Government Home Education Guidance was published in January 2025.
Required Subjects
Scotland, United Kingdom does not mandate specific subjects for homeschooling.
Law Reference
Education (Scotland) Act 1980, ss. 30, 35, 37; Standards in Scotland's Schools etc. Act 2000