Your child is positive about the suggestion of home education.
You are convinced it is the best course of action for your child.
You have the time to devote to your child's education on a regular basis.
You have the ability to teach your child effectively.
You will be able to educate your child to the required level if they wish to take GCSE examinations.
You are prepared to buy the necessary resources, if you do not already have access to them.
You have some support available.
You have the space to create a quiet working area and somewhere to store the resources you will use.
There are opportunities for physical exercise.
Social experiences with other children are available.
You are not choosing to home educate as a way of getting out of quarrels with a headteacher or school, or as an excuse for not sending your child to school on time or regularly.