1 Important information about these pages
These pages link to websites and tools you can use to help teach your child at home. West Sussex County Council (WSCC) does not recommend or endorse any of them.
You must remember that you are responsible for your child's education, including paying for the things you need to educate them. We suggest using different types of resources to give a good mix of learning.
Be aware that free resources do not usually record your child's progress. Many learning tools are online. We advise:
- watching your child carefully when they use the internet
- checking websites before your child uses them
You can find Information to help keep your child safe online at the internet matters website.
2 Resources for all
BBC Bitesize
This is a free online help for children aged 3 to 16. It is written by teachers and subject experts. It helps with learning, revision and homework for many school subjects. Secondary Bitesize follows specifications for the main UK exam boards. See BBC Bitesize.
For specific age groups, you can see BBC Bitesize for:
Oak National Academy
The Oak National Academy covers a range of subjects, from years 1 to 11. Lessons follow the national curriculum. They include a pre-recorded video, quizzes and worksheet. You do not need to sign up or login. See Oak National Academy
West Sussex Library Service
The library service is excellent for all ages. They offer access to the internet, eBooks and special events.
You can find:
- contact details and information about services at each library in the full list of libraries in West Sussex
- services libraries offer especially for children and teenagers
3 Primary education resources
These are the top primary resources recommended by elective home education (EHE) families.
Twinkl
Twinkl provides teacher and home educator designed resources for all home educating styles. These include:
- planning sheets
- lapbooks
- curriculum checklists
See Twinkl's home education and home school primary resources.
Chatty Zebra
Chatty Zebra make topic based workbooks and learning packs for stress free and fun home education. See their curriculum workbooks.
Mathseeds
Mathseeds is an award winning online maths programme for 3 to 9 year olds. Your child can enjoy fun, interactive and rewarding lessons teaching foundational maths and problem solving skills. See Mathseeds.
Reading Eggs
Online reading games and activities making learning to read with phonics interesting and engaging. See Reading Eggs.
4 Secondary education (Key stage 3) resources
Here are the top secondary resources recommended by elective home education (EHE) families.
EdPlace
Resources based on the national curriculum and created by top teachers. See key stage 3 worksheets and teaching resources at EdPlace.
CGP books
A range of books by top teachers and subject specialists and written in a student-friendly style. See CGP books.
The £2 tuition hub
Tuition by teachers for £2 per class. View the current timetable at The £2 Tuition Hub.
5 Secondary education (Key stage 4) resources
These are the top resources for General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE), International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and functional skills qualifications recommended by EHE families.
For more information about types of qualifications, see our qualifications and exams page.
IGCSEs Home Education Exams Wiki
Find out more about internationally recognised IGCSE qualifications on the Home Education Exams Wiki for IGCSEs.
CGP books for GCSEs and IGCSEs
As well as their books for younger students, CGP produce books supporting people studying for GCSE qualification. See the range of:
Functional skills qualifications
These qualifications focus on practical skills. They are good for students who like hands-on learning. See Twinkl's page What are Functional Skills Qualifications?
Home Education Exams Wiki
You can find information about taking exams as a home educated pupil. For information about particular subjects, use the subject search on Home Education Exams Wiki.
6 Advice and support for home educators
There are a number of places to get advice and support about home education from.
Elective Home Education (EHE) team
We can help you find more resources, or ones for specific topics. We are always grateful to families sharing resources they have found useful.
Contact the EHE teamHome education support groups
There are local and national groups providing support and advice to home educators. Support groups may:
- organise learning and social events
- provide advice and guidance
You will find many groups by searching on social media sites.
Below are some websites that home educating parents recommend.
Ed Yourself
Group providing up to date information and resources about EHE issues. They have links to local groups in West Sussex. See the Ed Yourself website.
Education Otherwise
A registered charity providing information and support to home educating families in England and Wales. See the Education Otherwise website.
Educational Freedom
A non-profit organisation providing home education information and support. See the Educational Freedom website.
Child Law Advice
A website providing information on procedure and requirements for home educating children. Visit Child Law Advice.