I believe that the evidence is pretty clear that a major advantage of having kids in school rather than home-schooled is the entire socialization process. Kids need to be around other kids to learn the 'rules' of life -- like the fact that no one likes the kid who throws sand in their faces. So if you want friends maybe you should consider this fact.

Yes I went to Free School like( A S Neills Summerhill but nearer home I did eventually go to a local primary t o cram for the 11 plus exam and was so freaked out I couldnt speak for the whole of my first day