To be completely honest — you don’t need this Starter Pack at all.
When I started homeschooling over seven years ago, I didn’t have any of these tools. I figured it out as I went.
But I also second-guessed myself constantly.
I wasted time searching for answers.
I lost sleep wondering if I was doing it right.
And worst of all? I lived with that nagging feeling that I’d missed something important.
(You know the one — like when you leave the house and can’t remember if you've locked the door.)
So, no — you don’t need this pack if you’re okay starting your homeschooling journey with doubt, worry and guesswork. Afterall, that's how many homeschooling parents start out.
But if you want to feel calm, confident and prepared — like you actually know what you’re doing — then this Starter Pack was made for you, and I wish I'd had it when I started.
So whether you’ve already made the decision or are still figuring things out, homeschooling can feel like a big leap. That’s why I created this beautifully designed, practical pack — to help you begin with clarity, confidence and a deep exhale.
As a qualified teacher with 30 years of classroom experience —and having had to homeschool my daughter for more than 7 years as she is a school refuser, I've put this pack together for you using both my planning experience as a teacher and everything I wished I had when I first started home-educating.
So now you don’t have to figure it all out yourself the hard way, by trial and error.
The Homeschooling Starter Pack is a practical, parent-friendly toolkit designed to guide you through your first steps with clarity and ease.
It’s split into three easy-to-use packs, so you can get exactly what you need — when you need it. Pack 1 & Pack 2: The Essentials and BONUS: Pack 3 — so that you can Feel Like a Real Teacher at Home.
FIRST 30 DAYS PRINTABLE HOMESCHOOL PLANNER
Build your rhythm. Reduce overwhelm. Start strong.
This 30-day planner gently guides you through your first month of home education — with just enough structure to keep you grounded and just enough flexibility to make it your own.
Included in the Planner:
✅ Intro page with welcome message and realistic expectations
✅ Section 1: Getting Started (Days 1–5)
✔️ Setup checklist (learning space, supplies, deregistration, etc.)
✔️ “Your Why” vision worksheet
✔️ Gentle journaling prompts to reflect on each day
✅ Section 2: Building Routine (Days 6–15)
✔️ Fillable weekly rhythm templates
✔️ Suggested learning area activities
✔️ Daily pages with emotional check-ins (for parent + child)
✅ Section 3: Exploring Learning Styles (Days 16–23)
✔️ Observation sheet + activity ideas for different styles
✔️ Journal prompts to track curiosity + engagement
✅ Section 4: Review & Reflect (Days 24–30)
✔️ Progress snapshot sheet
✔️ Reflection prompts
✔️ Planning page for what’s next
LEGAL & ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Take the mystery out of paperwork with ready-to-use templates.
Getting Started - Start-up Checklist
Sample de-registration letter
What is De-schooling
Record-keeping templates:
Learning outcomes templates
Resources used tracker template
Annual report template
Planning templates
CONFIDENCE & MINDSET TOOLS
Homeschooling isn’t just a change for kids — it’s a journey for parents too.
Parent Confidence Journal Prompts
Common Homeschooling Myths — Debunked
“What Counts as Learning?” Cheat Sheet (priceless)
Quote cards + affirmations for the tough days
EDUCATIONAL PLANNING TOOLS
Whether you're interest-led or curriculum-curious, this pack helps you plan in a way that works for your child.
Attendance log (optional)
Personalised Learning Goals Template
“How to Choose a Curriculum” for your child Mini-Guide
Term Planning template
Progress summary template
CONNECTION & SOCIALISATION RESOURCES
Because home education doesn't mean isolation.
Local Facilities Template — groups, co-ops, clubs + tutors
Online communities template
Clubs, Classes & enrichment template — ideas by age and interest
For all the things you’ve already thought of — and the many more you haven’t — this Starter pack is here to make your homeschooling journey so much easier.
It even breaks down the new terms and ideas you’ve probably never heard before — like “deschooling.”
So no more feeling lost or second-guessing yourself.
✨ Don’t be left in the dark — start parent-teaching like a pro.
This pack is perfect for parents who are either considering home education or have recently decided to start. Whether you’re still researching or already deregistered, it offers step-by-step support to help you begin with confidence.
Nope! The Starter Pack is curriculum-neutral. It supports a wide range of approaches, from structured to child-led learning. You’ll also find a guide that explains different curriculum styles so you can choose what suits your family best — or create your own path.
While the pack includes UK-specific guidance (like how to deregister), the majority of tools — planners, reflection sheets, learning ideas, and mindset support — are suitable for homeschoolers anywhere in the world.
The pack is delivered as a printable digital download (PDF). You can print the whole thing or just the pages you need — and use them again and again.
No! The Starter Pack is available in 3 parts (Pack 1, 2 & Bonus Pack 3). But they are linked - they are only separated as some of the forms are landscape, while others in partrait format.
Absolutely. Many templates (like the learning goals, activity trackers, and reflection pages) can be used with more than one child. Just print as many copies as you need.
It depends on your local laws. Nevertheless the pack includes an optional Annual Report Template and progress tracking sheets to help you stay organised — so if your local authority should request updates on your child's progress or the laws change, then you are already prepared.
Absolutely! Sign up to the Parent-Teacher Support Group for free and we'll be happy to support you on your homeschooling journey.