Hey lovely Circle members,
Whether you’re new to home education or have been carving your own path for a while, one thing’s for sure: finding reliable, free resources can feel like stumbling upon treasure. And good news—you don’t have to search alone!
Here are 10 amazing (and free!) resources to support your home ed journey—from learning tools and printable activities to support for you, the parent behind it all.
1. Twinkl Free Resources
While Twinkl is known for its paid memberships, they also offer a growing free collection of printable worksheets, planners, and educational packs—perfect for adding a little structure or fun to your week.
🔗 twinkl.co.uk/resources/free-resources
2. BBC Bitesize
BBC Bitesize is a gem for KS1 to GCSE-level learning, with interactive lessons in English, Maths, Science, and beyond. Perfect for screen-time that actually teaches something.
🔗 bbc.co.uk/bitesize
3. The School Run (Free Tier)
Their free section offers worksheets, topic guides, and explainer articles that help you get your head around what your child “should” be learning.
🔗 theschoolrun.com
4. Oxford Owl
Created by Oxford University Press, this site gives you access to free eBooks, reading tips, and activities to support literacy skills at home.
🔗 oxfordowl.co.uk
5. TTS Group Free Activity Books
TTS released some brilliant, printable home learning activity books during lockdown—and they’re still available! Each one is bursting with creative, cross-curricular ideas.
🔗 bit.ly/ttsfreebooks
6. National Geographic Kids
For nature lovers and curious minds, this is a brilliant source of free videos, facts, and printable activities. It’s like an adventure in your browser!
🔗 natgeokids.com/uk
7. DK Find Out!
An interactive learning site that covers everything from dinosaurs and the solar system to history and the human body—with engaging visuals and quizzes.
🔗 dkfindout.com/uk
8. Teach Your Monster to Read (Web Version)
This award-winning game is free to play in your browser and helps younger children build phonics and reading skills in a fun, game-based format.
🔗 teachyourmonstertoread.com
9. The Home Ed Circle Freebie Library
Of course, we couldn’t leave out our own growing library of free printables, planners, and activity ideas made just for you. Check the latest uploads any time inside your Circle dashboard!
🔗 homeeducationcircle.co.uk/resources
10. YouTube Channels Like CrashCourse & Numberblocks
There are tons of high-quality educational YouTube channels that blend learning with entertainment. A few family favourites:
- CrashCourse (Teens+)
- Numberblocks (Early Years)
- SciShow Kids
- Cosmic Kids Yoga (because sometimes we all need a stretch and a story!)
- EYFS Home
- Mrs Wordsmith UK
- Little Learners Zone
- Oak National Academy
- CBeebies Bedtime Stories
You Don’t Have to Spend Big to Educate Well
Home education doesn’t have to be expensive to be rich, connected, and joyful. These free resources are just the beginning. With creativity, curiosity, and a little support—you’ve got everything you need to thrive.
If you’ve got a favourite freebie not on the list, share it in the community area! Let’s build a shared bank of brilliance.
Cheering you on,
Linsey x
Founder, Home Ed Circle
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