Helpful Websites

Helpful home ed websites

We know that The Home Ed Daily isn’t the only resource for home education—there’s a wealth of free, valuable information available online! That’s why we’ve curated a selection of trusted websites to support your journey. These resources offer insights, guidance, and answers to a wide range of home-ed questions.

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Education Otherwise  is the foremost Charity across England and Wales that promotes and supports the right of a parent or guardian to home educate their child. They offer a range of services and tailored H.E. information. They have handy fact sheets under the 'experienced' tab and even a helpline.

Educational Freedom  is a non-profit organisation providing free H.E. info and support. It has lots of helpful advice, including templates for de-registration letters, and dealing with your LA (Local Authority).

HEFA  (home education for all) is a Facebook group rather than a website - but it is probably the most useful and comprehensive HE resource I've found. It's worth joining Facebook just to access it. They have extensive 'guides' on every aspect of home education.

Ed Yourself  is a home education consultancy - it provides an up-to-date analysis of the key areas of elective home education practice and policy. If you have a question relating to H.E. law, it will be covered here - click on its 'site map' for a comprehensive list.

The HE Byte  posts short articles summarising recent news and events relating to home ed, trying to draw out the most important aspects and suggesting ways that readers might take appropriate action.

Home Education UK  Home ed site by the Educational Heretics Press.

Home Ed Exams Wiki  is a site all about qualifications for home-educated students. They support home educators at all stages of their journey through the exams maze. Whether you are completely new and wondering where to start, or more experienced and wanting resource links or revision ideas.

Doing Education Differently Jenn Hodge's website and social media  is all about “Doing Education Differently”.  Check out her Home Ed Alumni section.

Young Minds UK  is a mental health charity for children, young people, and their parents. Find more mental health links here.

Progressive Education This online hub explores progressive approaches to education and has a directory of progressive schools and learning communities in the UK.

EHE Government Guidance The current government legal guidelines for home educating in the UK.

Digital Parenting  Articles , advice, resources and support - helping you make the right digital choices for your family.

NSPCC Keeping children safe online, guides and advice.

The Mix support for under 25's.

Common Sense Media Expert movie/tv/game reviews, objective advice and helpful tools.