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, no fear-mongering, just what you need to know, from families who've been there.
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.