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Home educators in Australia are demanding official recognition in the national census, arguing that current categories ignore the growing movement of families choosing to educate their children at home. The Australian Bureau of Statistics declined to add a home education option after testing showed low selection rates, fearing it might compromise data quality. But advocates insist this omission undermines their ability to access resources and influence policy — especially as many children with learning differences thrive in flexible, personalized home settings. They’re pushing for inclusion not just to be counted, but to be heard, ensuring their educational path is officially acknowledged and supported by government decisions.

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