What we’re about
We are a community of parents helping parents, supported by caregivers and educators passionate about delivering a fun, high-quality experience for our children through home education. We are also pulling together as a community to leverage the powers of community, financial freedom, owning our own land and everything on it, and exercising our god given liberties.
#### What We Offer
The parents, with support, run events across the Greater London area for home-ed families. Whether you’re:
- A parent interested in home education,
- Have an existing group of parents and want to be a part of the community,
- or simply want to offer support to parents, please join and make yourself known!
Our parent group welcomes everyone—veteran home educators, or those planning to home educate in the future, lets together create:
- Support opportunities and useful resources,
- Experience and Learning opportunities,
- Educational field trips.
#### Our Core Principles
We are guided by these values:
- Fun! and interest-driven learning and experiences - the most effective way to learn,
- Minimal or no screen time – our preference for a balanced childhood,
- Peaceful learning – creating space for emotional growth,
- Freedom of play – prioritising enjoyment and creativity,
- Broad world understanding – exploring diverse perspectives,
- Hands-on experiences – art, music, and practical activities,
- Effective learning skills – teaching children how to learn,
- Contextual awareness – understanding different viewpoints,
- Age-appropriate life skills – money, health, politics, and independence.
#### Join Us!
We’d love to get to know you! Register your details at:
https://form.typeform.com/to/z37tCjtL
*** Registering your details is a minimum presence requirement. This allows us to ensure the group is safe, connected and organised. ***
Let’s learn, grow together and make things happen together!
Upcoming events
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Childminder and Work Time @ Oxygen at The O2
Oxygen Active Play at The O2, Peninsula Square, The O2, London, SE10 0DX, London, GBBring your little ones (and not so little) for a couple of hours of supervision, giving you a chance to focus on work or enjoy a moment of rest.
What is offered:
- A table for work, ( four power sockets available, or bring your own battery or power bank)
- Free play on trampolines and games with adult supervision,
- Soft play for little ones (supervision is in place, but maybe we can arrange a childminder to help?)
- Café with drinks and food,
- Wi-Fi internet (8MB Down, 7MB upload)
- If we book as a group in the future, discounts are available!!!
*** The cost of the jump time is extra, buy your kids jump or soft play time here: https://oxygenactiveplay.co.uk/activity-parks/the-o2/openplay/ , £29.50 for two hours of jumping per child for open active play, this includes the cost of the needed socks. ***
Action Steps Needed:
1, RSVP to show your interest.
2, Fill in our basic info form at https://form.typeform.com/to/z37tCjtL.
3, Comment in the conversation to let the others know how many you are!
Age: 4 years and older
Childminder Cost: Older kids included, younger to be advised.
Location: Oxygen Active Play at The O2, More pictures here
Time: Monday at 12:30 am (bring lunch)
Important Note:
This "Childminder and Work Time" event is currently providing a Childminder via the venue staff. If you wish to put our own Home Education child minder in place, please ask.
Possible Alternative Childminder and Work Ideas are: Adventure Playgrounds, free play, Soft play, garden time, task-based play, Wall or rock climbing, Natural trust-based transition from parent to child playing with a childminder, parent drop off, Parent present at play group, splash pad, forest play time, River Picnic... What would work well for you?1 attendee- £1.00
The Huge Advantages of Home Education
•OnlineOnlineJoin us for an inspiring and practical event designed to empower parents, caregivers, and community members in understand how home education is HUGELY more beneficial compared to school.
We will explore key strategies to help children flourish emotionally, socially, and, more importantly, successfully while avoiding common pitfalls.
Event Highlights:
• Emotional intelligence, • avoid unsuccessful conditioning, • useful Caregiver and community with a unified vision, • useful leaders and teachers, • your child's launch into success, (So much to talk about here) • building a team of helpers, • how modelling success or copying someone else's work is better... and so many more!
This event is perfect for parents and caregivers committed to unlocking their child’s potential through home education. Join us to gain actionable insights, connect with like-minded individuals, and build a roadmap for your child’s success!
To join the meeting: Simply RSVP to this event AND fill in your basic details here: https://form.typeform.com/to/z37tCjtL and you'll receive the meeting link via text message.
Organisers: Jonathan and Joanna, passionate home education advocates.
Location: Conveniently online—join from anywhere!
Price: Only £1 for full access.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Why the discounted ticket price? We love rewarding our community! Early online payments keep costs low for loyal members.
- Can I buy a ticket on the door? No doors here—this is fully online! Book ahead for seamless access. 😉
- No PayPal account? No problem! After clicking "Pay Now," select "Pay with a debit or credit card" to complete your purchase securely.
- Have something to share with our members? If it adds value, we'd love to promote it! Get in touch to collaborate.
Note: By attending, you consent to photos and videos being taken and shared publicly to foster our vibrant community spirit.
Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionise your child's education—sign up now and step into a brighter future!2 attendees 
SWAPA Home-Ed Adventure Playgroup - Stoke Newington
Shakespeare Walk Adventure Playground, 69 Shakspeare Walk, London N16 8TB, London, GB*** This event is hosted by a third party. ***
*** We are looking for event ambassadors for this event. Are you able to help? ***
An event ambassador helps with passing on event notices like cancellations, time changes or special happenings regarding the event. The best people to be event ambassadors are parents and the real host or organiser of the event, but especially the parents who attend!
Event Description:
The Home Ed group is open to families during term time on Wednesdays 10.30-13.00. All ages of home-educated kids are welcome! 🥳
Generally, during school holidays, the group is exclusively open to HE families between 10-12, and the site is also open to all families from 12-2.
Please get in touch to receive a Link to pay £3 per family. Cash or card payment on the door is also totally fine. All money goes direct to the organisers of the playground.
Place: Shakespeare Walk Adventure Playground
Address: 69 Shakespeare Walk, Stoke Newington, London, N16 8TB
Price: £3 per family
Reminders!
The site is designed for children aged 6 and over. Younger children are welcome and need to be supervised by their adults.
Due to food allergies, all food must be consumed outside - no food inside the hall.
Children are not allowed in the kitchen and grown-ups can make their own cups of coffee or tea as long as they bring their own resources as the milk, sugar etc.
We need to all work together to tidy the site at the end of the session to ensure it’s left as we found it. Tidy-up time is at 12:45PM and we must vacate the premises before 1 PM.
Thanks!
Please check the official links for more info:
https://www.swapa.org.uk/calendar
https://www.instagram.com/homeedswapa/
https://www.facebook.com/HomeEdshakespearewalkadventureplayground/
*** This event is hosted by a third party, and we attend regularly. ***1 attendee
Past events
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