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Resources

Links that might help. For your child, for you. Optional.

Step-by-step guides

Starting home education, reviews, and legal requirements.

For your child

Things your child can explore on their own. Optional.

Oak National Academy

websiteAges 5-16
All SubjectsVideo LessonsStructured

UK's free online curriculum. High-quality video lessons across all subjects for Years 1-11. Learn or revise what you want, when you want – perfect for self-directed learners.

Khan Academy

websiteAges 6-17
All SubjectsVideo LessonsStructured

Khan Academy's library of trusted, standards-aligned practice and lessons covers math K-12 through early college, grammar, science, history, etc

NRICH Mathematics

websiteAges 3-18
MathematicsProblem SolvingCritical Thinking

University of Cambridge's free maths enrichment. Rich problems designed to develop mathematical thinking, not just computation. Ideal for curious minds who love puzzles.

Brilliant

websiteAges 10+
STEMInteractiveProblem Solving

Interactive STEM learning through problem-solving. Courses in maths, science, and computer science that build intuition through hands-on exploration.

Color Theory Basics

websiteAges 8+
ArtDesignVisual Learning

Comprehensive resource on color theory, psychology, and design. Perfect for visual learners and budding artists exploring how color shapes our world.

For you

Education and home learning. If you want to go deeper.

Philosophy of Education – Dr Stephen Hicks

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Educational PhilosophyTheoryCritical Thinking

Comprehensive lecture series exploring the philosophical foundations of education. Understand the 'why' behind different educational approaches and develop your own educational philosophy.

TWICE EXCEPTIONAL with Dr. Dan Peters

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2eGiftednessNeurodivergenceParenting

Essential viewing for parents of 2e children. Dr. Peters explains giftedness with disability, testing, and practical strategies to support your twice-exceptional child at home.

Podcasts & YouTube

SEN and home education. More coming soon.

More coming soon

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SENParentingCommunity

SEN parenting podcasts and YouTube channels. Check back later.

Programs & organisations

Programmes and services for gifted and neurodivergent children.

Centre for Talented Youth Ireland (CTYI)

programAges 6-17
Gifted EducationEnrichmentUniversity Courses

DCU's not-for-profit supporting high-ability children aged 6-17. Fast-paced university-style courses, assessments, and enrichment programmes for academically gifted students in the top 5%.

A place to put what they're learning

actually lets you log moments, see patterns, and generate a report when you need it.