Number of children being taught at home increases by 15% in a year, report finds Summary The number of children being taught at home has risen again, with more than 175,000 educated outside school last year, according to new government data. Other Related Coverage Mental health is most common reason children are home schooled | The Telegraph Mental health is the main reason for home schooling | The Times Too anxious for school! Children being home educated rises 15% in a year – with 'mental health' a major factor | Daily Mail