A bill introduced in the British parliament, which includes a new mandatory homeschool registry, would give education bureaucrats unfettered power to impose far-reaching, intrusive, and arbitrary rules.

British officials are calling for a national registry and database of homeschoolers. Similar ideas are being floated in the US—including a new bill in Oklahoma.

England has long recognized the right of parents to home educate their children without formal contact with local authorities. Despite overwhelming feedback opposing proposed changes, officials plan to pursue legislation to establish a registry.

Western Europe is moving to restrict homeschooling, while Brazilian families are enjoying greater freedom to direct their children’s education.

Legal status and resources on homeschooling in the United Kingdom