Based on responses from 106 councils, the Association of Directors of Children's Services found that 11 per cent of home-schooled children are known to children's social care either currently or historically.
In addition, 18 per cent are known to wider children's services, meaning just under a third of home-schooled children have had some contact with children's services.
The survey also found that the number of home-educated children has increased significantly in the past two years. The ADCS calculates that there are now 57,873 home-schooled children across England this year, compared with 45,500 in 2017 and 37,500 in 2016.
The ADCS said the growth is likely down to greater awareness of home education, rising birth rates and improved council record keeping.
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