A Comparative Assessment of Homeschooling Experiences, Practices, Support, and Arithmetical Attainments in Greece and the UK

This preliminary study aims to compare homeschooling in Greece and the UK in terms of experiences, arithmetical attainments, parental motivations, implementation practices, and support structures. For this purpose, we employed a multiple case study design, enrolling a total of five Greek and fifteen British homeschooling families. Results suggested that the Greek parents primarily chose homeschooling in response to their child’s severe and complex medical needs and reported limited access to support systems. British parents provided more varied motivations, higher engagement with educational resources, and stronger integration into informal support networks. The sample of UK children demonstrated higher arithmetical attainment than the Greek sample. Cultural, structural, and regulatory factors appear to shape homeschooling experiences differently across the Greek and UK educational systems. Differences also emerged in terms of daily routines, access to support, and parental confidence. Results are discussed in relation to educational provision and policy development.