Homeschooling up nearly a third in past four years

The rise in alternative education options coincided with the Covid-19 pandemic when most children received at least some of their tuition at home due to school closures.

The number of children in alternative education including  homeschooling in Ireland, has risen by almost 30% over the past four years.

Data from Tusla details how 1,808 students were registered as being educated outside of a recognised school last year, with the majority being taught in their homes.