Julie, a 47-year-old counselor and mother of two from Northamptonshire, took her daughter out of school in June, during year 3, due to her struggles with the school environment. Her daughter, who is autistic and faces sensory challenges, found it difficult to handle social interactions, leading to intense anxiety and communication difficulties at school. Julie faced attendance issues that could result in fines and a criminal record, endangering her professional work. Following a GP’s recommendation due to her daughter’s self-harming behavior, Julie had to withdraw her from school.
‘Children are being failed’: why more English parents are home educating
Updated on April 9, 2024