25 Free Resources for Home Educators in the UK (That Every Family Should Know About)

One of the biggest myths about home education is that it has to be expensive.

In reality, there are thousands of free resources available to support home-educating families across the UK. From online lessons and printable worksheets to museums, virtual tours, educational apps, and local community events, there are countless opportunities to create a rich and engaging learning experience without spending a fortune.

And perhaps the most valuable free resource of all?

A supportive community.

That's why many families are turning to HomiesEd to discover activities, connect with other home educators, find events, and access opportunities that make home education more enjoyable, social, and rewarding.

Here are 25 free resources every home-educating family should explore.

1. HomiesEd

Let's start with the resource that brings many of the others together.

HomiesEd helps home-educating families discover:

• Free educational events

• Community activities

• Local meet-ups

• Workshops

• Sports and wellbeing opportunities

• Learning experiences

• Home education groups

Rather than spending hours searching across social media and multiple websites, HomiesEd makes it easier to find opportunities, build friendships, and create a genuine sense of belonging.

For many families, it's becoming the go-to platform for discovering what's happening within the home education community.

2. BBC Bitesize

One of the UK's most trusted educational resources.

Perfect for:

• English

• Maths

• Science

• History

• Geography

• GCSE preparation

Suitable for primary through secondary learners.

3. Oak National Academy

Free online lessons created by teachers across England.

Includes:

• Video lessons

• Worksheets

• Quizzes

• SEND-friendly resources

4. National Geographic Kids

Excellent for children interested in:

• Animals

• Geography

• Nature

• Science

• Conservation

Packed with articles, videos, and activities.

5. Khan Academy

A world-class learning platform offering free lessons in:

• Maths

• Science

• Computing

• Economics

• History

Ideal for independent learners.

6. British Museum Online

Explore thousands of artefacts and historical resources from home.

Perfect for history projects and cultural learning.

7. Natural History Museum Resources

Free educational materials covering:

• Dinosaurs

• Wildlife

• Earth sciences

• Climate change

Great for curious young scientists.

8. The National Literacy Trust

Offers free literacy activities, reading resources, and family learning support.

9. Oxford Owl

A fantastic resource for younger learners.

Includes:

• Free eBooks

• Reading guidance

• Maths activities

• Printable resources

10. Scratch

A free coding platform developed by MIT.

Children can learn programming through games, animations, and creative projects.

11. Google Arts & Culture

Take virtual tours of museums, galleries, and landmarks from around the world.

12. Duolingo

Free language learning for children and adults.

Popular languages include:

• Spanish

• French

• German

• Italian

• Welsh

13. The Woodland Trust

Free nature-based educational resources and outdoor learning ideas.

Perfect for home educators who enjoy learning beyond the classroom.

14. STEM Learning UK

Offers free science, technology, engineering, and maths activities.

15. Twinkl Free Resources

Twinkl provides a large collection of free printable activities alongside its paid membership.

16. BBC Teach

Thousands of free educational videos and classroom resources.

17. Royal Institution

Free science experiments, talks, and educational videos.

18. BookTrust

Access free reading recommendations and literacy activities for all ages.

19. English Heritage Resources

Learn about British history through free educational materials and virtual content.

20. NASA Kids' Club

Explore space, science, and engineering through interactive activities and games.

21. Times Tables Rock Stars (Free Features)

Useful for helping children build confidence with multiplication skills.

22. The Royal Society Young People's Resources

Excellent STEM resources for curious learners.

23. Library Services

One of the most underused resources available to home educators.

Many libraries offer:

• Free books

• eBooks

• Audiobooks

• Clubs

• Workshops

• Community activities

24. YouTube Educational Channels

Channels such as:

• Crash Course

• SciShow

• Ted-Ed

• BBC Earth

provide high-quality learning content completely free of charge.

25. Local Community Groups and Events

Some of the most valuable learning opportunities happen within your local community.

Look for:

• Sports clubs

• Youth groups

• Museums

• Community centres

• Volunteering opportunities

• Home education meet-ups

And this is exactly where HomiesEd can help.

Why HomiesEd Is More Than Just Another Resource

Most educational websites provide content.

HomiesEd provides connection.

While worksheets and videos are useful, many families tell us that their biggest challenge isn't finding learning materials—it's finding people, opportunities, and a sense of community.

HomiesEd was created to solve that problem.

By helping families discover events, activities, workshops, and local opportunities, HomiesEd supports both education and wellbeing.

Because successful home education isn't just about academic learning.

It's about:

• Building confidence

• Making friends

• Finding support

• Exploring interests

• Developing life skills

• Creating a sense of belonging

And that's what makes HomiesEd such a valuable resource for modern home-educating families.

Home education doesn't have to be expensive to be effective.

With so many high-quality free resources available, families can create engaging, personalised learning experiences that support both academic progress and personal development.

From educational websites and museums to libraries and community activities, there are endless opportunities to learn.

And when you combine these resources with a supportive platform like HomiesEd, you're not just building an education, you’re building a community.

Because every child deserves opportunities to learn, connect, belong, and thrive.