Educational approaches - alternative

Alternative Education Resource Organization

The primary hub for educational alternatives around the world – advancing student-driven, learner-centered approaches to education.

Education Otherwise

Information & resources for home educating families & those considering home education for the first time, including guidance on home education & the law, SEN and disabilities; downloadable fact sheets covering many aspects of HE; and links to local HE groups across the UK.

Ed Yourself, Home Education Consultancy

The website of Fiona Nicholson who has given evidence to Government Committees on the subject of elective home education and offers support and information on home education practice and policy in England and Wales.

Home Education Advisory Service

Dedicated to the provision of advice and practical support for families who wish to educate their children at home – lots of great resources available for members.

Home Education Scotland

Scotland’s national home education support charity – respected source of independent information for parents, carers and young people thinking about or already home educating.

Home Education UK

Support & info for parents and professionals – legal issues, events, articles, background etc.

Home Education in the UK

Comprehensive personal blog site with lots of info on why and how to home educate – legalities, resources and great links list.

Infed

“We specialize in the theory and practice of informal education, social pedagogy, lifelong learning, social action, and community learning and development” – exploring education, learning & community.

Muddle Puddle Home Education

Resource site for home educators in the UK. For home educators with younger children – lots of info links and articles, resource lists and information.

homeschool.com

"A2ZHomeschooling and Homeschool.com have merged to bring you the most comprehensive homeschool support system." Tools, product reviews, guides, advice, and support to all homeschooling families. (US)

International Montessori Index

Observing and supporting the natural development of children – this site has lots of info & resources.

The Montessori Education Community

Combined website of The Montessori Foundation, The International Montessori Council and The Montessori Alliance. ‘An independent source of assistance, encouragement, and support for the international Montessori community’ – lots of information & resources, FAQs, Find A School, etc.

Montessori Method – Michael Olaf

Montessori emphasizes learning through all five senses, not just through listening, watching, or reading. Children learn at their own pace according to their own choices. Great site explaining the method.

SWSF Steiner Waldorf Schools Fellowship

The membership organisation for all the Steiner schools and independent Steiner Early Years settings in the UK and Ireland. All about Steiner schools, info for teachers and parents, school lists & resources.

Simply Charlotte Mason

Explanations of and resources for using the CM method – “Education is an Atmosphere, a Discipline, a Life.” The Charlotte Mason method is based on the belief that the child is a person and we must educate that whole person, not just his mind. (US)