Primary and secondary school

Find out why some parents chose to educate their children at home themselves. We also explain what the law says about home education and your rights and responsibilities.

Advice to families in England about home to school travel arrangements.

Some of the difficulties your child may encounter at school - such as dealing with free time or lunchtimes, or bullying - and how you and your child's school can support them.

Children and young people with special educational needs (SEN) - or additional support needs (ASN) in Scotland - need extra or specific help in school or nursery. This section will tell you how your child's educational needs can be assessed and supported.

An explanation of words and phrases which parents and families might hear in relation to their child's education and support needs.

Many parents of children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties finding the right school. This is a guide to the different types of school and how you can decide which is the most appropriate for your child.