Your home education questions answered
Work experience and paid work
Can my child be employed while home educating?
Working while of statutory school age can be a valuable part of a young person's learning experience in preparing them for the adult world of work.
But certain rules and regulations apply. For example, they mustn't work during school hours, the employer must hold a licence and your child must have a permit.
Our colleagues in Child Employment can help with further information. See Children in employment and entertainment.
How do I arrange work experience?
Home educated children can take part in work experience. As a parent or carer you will need to arrange this.
Virtual work experience is also available. See our Secondary KS4 section.
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