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Homeschool Hub: Free Resources & Guides

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

🇮🇳 Homeschooling in India

India has no central registration system for home education, and national law does not set out a specific home education process. The Right to Education Act gives every child aged 6 to 14 the right to free and compulsory elementary education, and many home-educating families use the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for recognised certification.

  • The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 gives children aged 6 to 14 the right to free and compulsory education up to the end of Class 8.
  • There is no national registration or approval process for home education. Check with your state education department about any local requirements.
  • NIOS is a national open schooling board that offers recognised courses and exams through open and distance learning.
  • NIOS Open Basic Education has three levels: Level A (equivalent to Class 3), Level B (Class 5) and Level C (Class 8), run through accredited agencies.
  • Learners aged 14 and over can register for the NIOS Secondary (Class 10) course, which many home-educated students use as a route to further study.
  • Keep a portfolio of your child's work and progress, as it can help with later admissions. Rules and policies can change, so check official sources regularly.

Official sources: Ministry of Education: Right to Education · National Institute of Open Schooling: Programmes · National Institute of Open Schooling: Open Basic Education. 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. NCERT / CBSE gamesGames matched to the NCERT textbooks (NCF-SE 2023), by class and subject. BadgesRewards for streaks, stars and milestones keep motivation high. Test prepOriginal practice for the tests children sit in India.

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Frequently asked questions

Is homeschooling legal in India?

India has no central registration system for home education, and national law does not set out a specific home education process. The Right to Education Act gives every child aged 6 to 14 the right to free and compulsory elementary education, and many home-educating families use the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) for recognised certification.

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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