Homeschooling

Barnsley Council's target to reduce home education by 30% is branded "unlawful" by campaigners.

Glyn Ridgeway has been home educating her son since he was six years old.

Education services says home schooling has increased over the past five years.

Deb Hadden runs drop-off sessions, where children can play and learn with each other.

Councils will have to visit children within 15 days after a review said Sara was "hidden from view".

The council says 822 children were registered as being educated at home in October 2025.

A council report reveals many of those being educated at home have special educational needs.