Extra curriculum:In 2029, no one will be going to school

The year 2029 is the subject of a book that looks to a future when schools have largely disappeared and the practice of removing children from home to school, which started in the 19th century, is out of favour. Children aged from four to 13 are t aught in their own homes with their parents' help, in tutors' homes, community centres and many other places.

Parents are supported by panels of professional tutors who prepare study programmes that are based mainly on literature and tailored to each pupil's requirements. They also use material from a National Media Library, which can be sent to any television set. John Adcock, the author, says the expansion of electronic media and the increase in non-working time for adults will provide the opporunity to try alternative ways of teaching.

`In Place of Schools, a novel plan for the 21st century', by John Adcock, is published by New Education Press, PO Box 369, Camberley GU15 1QS price £5.95 including UK postage.