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Homeschool Hub: Free Resources & Guides

Everything you need to homeschool with confidence in Ireland: how to get started, daily routines, what to teach each class, and free games and worksheets to make learning fun.

🇮🇪 Homeschooling in Ireland

Yes, home education is legal in Ireland, but you must register. Under section 14 of the Education (Welfare) Act 2000, every child who is educated somewhere other than a recognised school, including at home, must be on a register kept by Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. Registration is handled by Tusla's Alternative Education Assessment and Registration Service (AEARS).

  • Registration is a legal requirement and is not automatic. Apply to Tusla AEARS using its home education application form.
  • The register covers children aged 6 to 16, or older children who have not yet completed three years of post-primary education.
  • The application needs the consent of both parents or guardians and a copy of your child's birth certificate.
  • Tusla arranges for an Authorised Person to assess the education you are providing or plan to provide, to decide whether your child is receiving a certain minimum education and can be entered on the register.
  • Tusla aims to carry out the assessment within six months of receiving a complete application, so apply early.
  • Rules and forms change from time to time. Always check Tusla's website for the current process before you begin.

Official sources: Tusla: Home education (Alternative Education Assessment and Registration Service) · Tusla: Alternative Education Assessment and Registration Service · Irish Statute Book: Education (Welfare) Act 2000, section 14. Rules can change, so always check the official source. This is general information, not legal advice. Last checked 4 October 2026.

Homeschool guides

How to Start Homeschooling: A Step-by-Step GuideThinking about homeschooling? Follow these 8 practical steps, from checking the rules where you live to planning your first week, plus free learning games.Homeschool Schedule: Sample Daily Routines by AgeSample homeschool schedules for ages 5 to 12, with a daily routine table, tips for a flexible week and how long each subject really needs at home.Homeschool Maths Curriculum: What to Teach at Each AgeWhat to teach in homeschool maths from ages 5 to 12: a year-by-year outline of key skills, from counting to fractions, with free games for each stage.Homeschool Reading and English: A Simple Plan by AgeHow to teach reading and English at home: phonics, fluency, comprehension, spelling and writing, with a simple plan by age and free literacy games.Free Homeschool Resources: Games, Worksheets and MoreThe best free homeschool resources: learning games, printable worksheets, a daily maths challenge, libraries and public broadcasters, and how to use them.Homeschool Record Keeping and Assessment Made SimpleHow to keep homeschool records without stress: portfolios, simple progress tracking, assessing learning at home and preparing for a registration review.Homeschooling Multiple Ages: How to Teach Siblings TogetherPractical ways to homeschool children of different ages together: shared lessons, independent work, a sample routine and tips for keeping toddlers busy.Homeschool Socialisation and Wellbeing: A Parent GuideHow homeschooled children make friends and stay happy: co-ops, clubs, sport, volunteering, healthy screen-time habits and caring for your own wellbeing.

Your free homeschool toolkit

Daily Maths ChallengeA perfect five-minute warm-up to start each homeschool day. Weekly plannerA free printable lesson grid and reading log for each week. Progress trackerA printable skills checklist for each year, linked to free games. Printable worksheetsTimes tables, addition, subtraction and clocks, with answer keys. Primary Curriculum gamesGames matched to the Primary Mathematics Curriculum (2023) and Primary Language Curriculum, by class and subject. BadgesRewards for streaks, stars and milestones keep motivation high. Test prepOriginal practice for the tests children sit in Ireland.

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Frequently asked questions

Is homeschooling legal in Ireland?

Yes, home education is legal in Ireland, but you must register. Under section 14 of the Education (Welfare) Act 2000, every child who is educated somewhere other than a recognised school, including at home, must be on a register kept by Tusla, the Child and Family Agency. Registration is handled by Tusla's Alternative Education Assessment and Registration Service (AEARS).

Can I use these games for homeschooling?

Yes. All 67 games, the printable worksheets and the Daily Maths Challenge are free, with no sign-up. Many homeschool families use them for short daily practice alongside their main lessons.

How many hours a day should we homeschool?

There is no single answer. Younger children often need only 1–3 hours of focused learning a day, because one-on-one teaching is efficient. Older children usually do more.

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