Guides
The questions every home educating parent asks first
Plain English UK guides written for the moments you're actually Googling at 10pm. No jargon, just what you need to know about your family's next steps.
What happens at a home education visit?
What actually happens at a home education visit: who can ask for one, what to prepare, your rights and what happens after.
How to deregister your child from school (with free template letter)
A step-by-step UK guide to legally deregistering your child from school to home educate, with a free downloadable template letter.
Do home-educated children have to follow the National Curriculum? (No, here's what that means)
Home-educated children in England are not required to follow the National Curriculum. Here's what the law actually says, what 'suitable education' means, and how to plan with confidence.
Can home-educated kids take GCSEs?
Yes, home-educated children in the UK can take GCSEs. Here's how it works, what it costs, and how to plan for it from primary years onwards.
How many hours a day does home education take? (Less than you think)
There is no legally required number of hours for home education in England. Here's what 'full-time' actually means, how long most families spend, and a realistic sample day.
Am I qualified to home educate?
You don't need a teaching qualification to home educate in the UK. Here's what actually matters, and how ordinary parents pull it off every day.
Can I work and home educate?
Yes, many UK parents work and home educate at the same time. Here's how families actually make it work, plus honest trade-offs.