Finding Your Home Education Community
Building connections with other home educating families is one of the most valuable resources on your home education journey.
Why Community Matters
Home education can sometimes feel isolating, especially in the early days. Connecting with other home educating families provides:
Support & Advice
Share experiences, ask questions, and get advice from families who understand what you're going through.
Social Opportunities
Provide social opportunities for your children with peers and people of all ages.
Shared Activities
Organise group activities, outings, co-ops, and learning opportunities together.
Resource Sharing
Share resources, materials, books, and ideas with other families.
Where to Find Community
Local Groups
Most areas have local home education groups that organise meetups, park days, and activities. These can be found through:
- Facebook groups (search "[Your Area] Home Education" or "[Your Area] Home Ed")
- WhatsApp groups
- Local websites and directories
- Word of mouth
- Flybrite's community features
Online Communities
Online communities can be valuable for support and information, especially if you're in a rural area or have limited local options:
- Facebook groups (local, national, and topic-specific)
- Forums and message boards
- Reddit communities
- Discord servers
- Flybrite's in-app community
National Organisations
National home education organisations often have local branches or can help you find local groups:
- Education Otherwise
- Home Education UK
- HEAS (Home Education Advisory Service)
- Local Authority home education departments
Special Interest Groups
Many groups form around specific interests or approaches:
- Approach-specific groups (Montessori, Charlotte Mason, etc.)
- Age-specific groups (teenagers, early years, etc.)
- Subject-specific groups (science, art, languages, etc.)
- Special needs groups
- Religious or cultural groups
Using Flybrite to Connect
Flybrite makes it easy to find and connect with your home education community:
Search for Groups
Use Flybrite's search feature to find local home education groups in your area. Filter by location, approach, or interests.
Join Group Chats
Join group conversations, ask questions, share resources, and connect with other families. All in one place, right from the app.
Organise Meetups
Use Flybrite's calendar to organise and find local meetups, park days, and activities with other home educating families.
Connect with Families
Send friend requests, start private conversations, and build your network of home educating families.
Tips for Building Community
Be Proactive
Don't wait for others to reach out-introduce yourself, ask questions, and offer to help. Most home educators are welcoming and happy to help newcomers.
Attend Meetups
Regular meetups are the best way to build relationships. Even if you're shy, attending regularly helps you become part of the community.
Offer to Help
Offer to help organise activities, share resources, or contribute in other ways. Being helpful is a great way to build connections.
Be Patient
Building relationships takes time. Don't expect instant friendships-keep showing up and participating, and connections will develop naturally.
Respect Differences
Home educators use many different approaches. Respect others' choices even if they're different from yours. You can learn from each other.
Start Your Own Group
If there isn't a group in your area, consider starting one! You might be surprised how many families are looking for community.
Types of Community Activities
Home education communities organise many different types of activities:
Park Days
Regular informal meetups at local parks for children to play and parents to chat.
Co-ops
Groups where families take turns teaching or organising activities for the group.
Field Trips
Organised visits to museums, galleries, nature reserves, and other educational venues.
Subject Groups
Groups focused on specific subjects like science, art, languages, or music.
Social Events
Parties, celebrations, and social gatherings for families and children.
Support Groups
Groups for parents to share experiences, ask questions, and support each other.
Start Connecting Today
Create your free account and start building your home education community. Find groups, connect with families, and join conversations - all in one place.