Home education in Ireland:

What parents need to know in 2025

A clear, simple guide for families exploring their options.

Home education is legal and overseen by Tusla — the Child and Family Agency.

Parents must ensure a child receives a certain minimum education. Families apply to be placed on the Register of Home Education and may be assessed to confirm suitability.

Is schooling from home legal in Ireland?

Yes. Article 42 of the Irish Constitution protects the right to home education. Parents must register their child with Tusla, which assesses whether the education provided meets minimum standards. There is no required curriculum or testing, but Tusla may request to review your approach and materials.

What are the steps?

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Apply to Tusla’s Home Education Unit. You’ll fill out a simple registration form and provide a short description of your approach.
2
Prepare for an assessment. A Tusla assessor will contact you to discuss your plan, often via a visit or video call.
3
Receive your registration decision. Once approved, your child is added to the Register of Home Educated Children.
4
Maintain records. Keep notes, reading lists, or samples of work in case Tusla requests updates.
5
Renew if asked. Tusla occasionally reviews registrations to confirm education remains suitable.
In Ireland, parents who educate their children at home must ensure they receive a “certain minimum education” as required by the Constitution. Families must register with Tusla, the Child and Family Agency, which assesses whether the education provided is suitable. It offers families flexibility and control, but it also means parents must manage learning plans, document progress, and prepare for Tusla’s assessment process.
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What is bina and how is it different?

bina is a global, accredited online school for children ages 4–12.

We offer live, interactive, small-group learning that brings the energy and connection of a great classroom into your home.

Small, live classes with caring teachers

Classes are capped at 7 students, so teachers know your child’s name, learning style, and interests. You stay as involved as you want to be while we handle the teaching and structure.

A curriculum that fits your child

Your child learns at a pace that works for them, with space to explore their interests and the support they need to thrive. Our accredited programme is internationally recognised, giving you peace of mind that they’re learning what matters.

Friendships and belonging

Children make genuine friends with classmates from around the world. In small groups, they build confidence, practise social skills, and feel part of a real community — all from the safety of home.

You stay in the know

You’ll get weekly updates on what your child is learning and quarterly progress reports. A dedicated family success manager works with you to make sure everything fits your goals as a parent.
For legal purposes, families in Ireland must register with Tusla (the Child and Family Agency) as home educating. bina provides the structured programme and reports that make it easy to show your child is receiving a “certain minimum education.”

What parents say

"bina has helped us navigate SEL in a fun way and develop her independence and confidence!"

Lorena Marden

"My grandson is a hands on and visual learner. Where we live there are no real learning programs geared towards different learning styles. bina has been a blessing for Aydin and our family. The worry and stress have eased tremendously."

Diedre Shakir

“Lily’s love for learning and creativity really gets to shine at bina. As her parents, we are inspired knowing her weekly goals and progress as discussed with us by her teachers and support team.”

Rae Bram

“We spent all of 2023 traveling through all 7 continents. We tried homeschooling, world schooling and even unschooling. Finding bina helped us to bridge the gap we were missing with the other education options we tried.”

Sarah Schmirl

"bina has helped us navigate SEL in a fun way and develop her independence and confidence!"

Lorena Marden

"My grandson is a hands on and visual learner. Where we live there are no real learning programs geared towards different learning styles. bina has been a blessing for Aydin and our family. The worry and stress have eased tremendously."

Diedre Shakir

“Lily’s love for learning and creativity really gets to shine at bina. As her parents, we are inspired knowing her weekly goals and progress as discussed with us by her teachers and support team.”

Rae Bram

“We spent all of 2023 traveling through all 7 continents. We tried homeschooling, world schooling and even unschooling. Finding bina helped us to bridge the gap we were missing with the other education options we tried.”

Sarah Schmirl

Find out if bina is right for you

1
Book a free consultation to see how bina can fit your family’s goals, schedule, and lifestyle.
2
Join a bina adventure with your child and walk away with tailored growth insights — no strings attached.
We’re happy to answer your questions and help you figure out what’s possible for your family.
Whether you’re ready to make a change or just gathering information, we’re here to help.

The questions we hear most from parents like you.

Will my child keep up with the local curriculum?

Yes. bina’s accredited programme meets or exceeds primary expectations. We share clear progress so you always know what’s next.

Will my child make friends if we learn from home?

Small, interactive classes and clubs help children connect quickly across countries and time zones.

How much of my time will this take as a parent?

We teach live and handle the curriculum and structure. You support your child, but you are not expected to be their teacher.

Can we return to a local or international school later?

Yes. Our documentation supports smooth transitions back into recognised schools.

What about screens?

Short blocks, movement and off‑screen activities are built into each day.

Will bina’s programme satisfy Tusla?

We provide a structured programme with clear progress evidence that families often use during assessment.

What if we move abroad?

bina travels with you. We’ll explain local compliance wherever you go.