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This list is provided to assist you in connecting with home educators local to you. Benefits of connecting with your local community include opportunities for group learning activities, social events for families and friends both for home educating parents and children.

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VIC

3046

Glenroy

Gulsah

SA

Adelaide Hills Homeschoolers

5242

Adelaide Hills

We are a homeschooling group in the Adelaide Hills that welcomes all homeschoolers no matter what age or homeschool style.

Lisa

Please contact admin for the group through our Facebook page https://m.facebook.com/groups/152349508644846/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF

NSW

Albury-Wodonga Home Educating Group

2640

Albury & surrounds

Uniquely situated on the border of NSW & Vic. A thriving, diverse & inclusive group. Bi-weekly social gatherings, teen activities, pre-school/early primary nature activities all with highly experienced and qualified members offering learning opportunities for both adults and children.

Annmarie

NSW

Albury-Wodonga Homeschool group

2640

Albury-Wodonga

Email group, catering to all in our community, including those who are not on social media. A thriving, diverse & inclusive group. Emails are sent alerting members to the wide variety of activities available, as well as a term plan for activities. These are usually advertised on the Facebook group.

Sarah Joy Fandrich

NSW

Armidale Home Education Community

2350

Armidale

We are a community of families that homeschool in the New England area. Everyone in this group regardless of their background, personal beliefs, or style of home education will be valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our community. We meet up weekly to socialise and learn together.

NSW

Bellingen & Surrounds

2454

Bellingen

The Bellingen & Surrounds Home School Group was formed to bring together local homeschoolers. A fun & friendly group, always happy to welcome new or existing home school families. Regular Friday gatherings in beautiful nature. For Friday socials, Donna on: 0428966822. For home school journey set up, Rachel on: 0447294725.

Bellingen Team

SeeAbove

QLD

BigStar Circus Homeschool Social

4214

Molendinar

BigStar Circus offers children and parents a fun, supportive space to be active, build skills, and gain confidence. Through circus arts, movement, and performance, participants improve fitness, creativity, and teamwork while making friends and bonding as a family in a vibrant, welcoming community.

Rhett Morrow - 0437 186 533

NSW

Central Coast Home Educators Community

2250

Central Coast

A welcoming group for home educators on the Central Coast to connect, find support, and organise activities & events. Made up of diverse families we are connected by home education, in a community that is friendly, welcoming, encouraging, and supportive. www.facebook.com/groups/cchomeed

Vivienne Fox

0407480718

NSW

Central West Home Educators

2800

Central West

Connecting homeschooling families from around the Central West for the purpose of education and friendship.

Jacki

NSW

Clarence Valley Home Educators

2460

Grafton Region

Connecting Grafton, Maclean, Yamba and Iluka. Supporting families in their Home Education journey for over 20 years, from babies to high school graduates. Socials, academics, creativity, excursions, sports & concerts, more!
www.facebook.com/groups/ClarenceValleyHomeEducators/

Erin

cvhomeed@gmail.com 0459440217

NSW

Coffs Coast Home Ed Connection

2450

Coffs & surrounds

Supporting Home Ed families in the Coffs Coast and the surrounding areas. Mobile: 0468891142 www.facebook.com/groups/225543647647980/

Shelley

NSW

Cooma & Surrounds Homeschool Group

2630

Snowy Monaro

A group for families currently home educating in Cooma and the surrounding areas (Nimmitabel, Berridale, Bobundara, Jindabyne, etc.)

Fiona McDonald

NSW

Eastern Suburbs Sydney Homeschoolers

2031

Sydney

The Eastern Suburbs Sydney Homeschoolers are an inclusive & welcoming homeschooling group situated in the Eastern Suburbs, but open to homeschooling families throughout Sydney. We are a supportive group who meetup once a week as well as other activities throughout the year.

Gersha

NSW

Fairfield to Liverpool Homeschoolers

2165

Fairfield

Homeschooling group who meet at least one a week and aim to build a community where we can go through the homeschooling journey together.

Rosamaria

NSW

Forster Tuncurry Community

2428

Smiths Lakes Region

A newly formed group (2021) created so support homeschooling parents in Forster Tuncurry and the surrounding areas.
sheena@greatlakeshomeschool.com.au

Nicola & Sheena

QLD

Gladstone Homeschoolers

4680

Gladstone

The Gladstone Homeschoolers group is for people who are actively engaged in homeschooling, unschooling, distance education, and everything in between, who live in the Gladstone region of Central Australia. We have a regular park meet every fortnight, and organise many other activities each term.

Tania Campbell

NSW

Glen Innes Home School Families

2370

Glen Innes

This is a community group that welcomes all parents and carers who are looking into or have decided to take on the Home School journey. The group is local to Glen Innes, NSW, Australia and surrounds to support social outings, information sharing and resources.

Kara and Annemarie

NSW

Great Lakes Home Educators

2423

Myall, Smith and Wallis lake areas

A group for home educating parents/carers in the Great Lakes region of New South Wales, Australia.

Jen Muir

NSW

Hastings Homeschool Community

2444

Port Macquarie-Hastings

An inclusive group for any style of home education in the Port Macquarie area including Wauchope, Kempsey, Kendall, Laurieton and surrounds. Regular social, academic, creative and sporting activities for all ages.
www.facebook.com/groups/703148889702880

Michelle

NSW

Hawkesbury Homeschoolers

2756

Hawkesbury LGA

An eclectic group of educational styles. From music, drama and sports and toddlers to teens, all catered for.
We have a regular monthly meets in Fridays and organise other activities each term.
Phone: 0412243436
www.facebook.com/groups/869301763168424/

Dee

QLD

Homeschool Events & Fun

4209

Gold Coast & S.E. Qld

Homeschool Events & Fun was started to create events that challenge, inspire, stretch and most of all create fun environments for our kids to hang out together. Whilst trying new adventures on for size.

Kate Armon

NSW

Homeschool Studio

2446

Wauchope

It is a weekly hangout for homeschool teans, ages 10 to 16 where we do maths, english and science with accredited teachers. Teens make friends, they have fun and the parents gets a day off.

Ronel Bezuidenhout

NSW

Illawarra Homeschoolers

2500

Illawarra

An inclusive group for anybody homeschooling in the Illawarra NSW Australia. This group is for local homeschoolers to share relevant information with other local homeschoolers. Also to allow those new to the area, or to homeschooling (including those considering this option) to find local contacts.

Cath

WA

Just Another Homeschool Group

6000

Perth Metro

A group of home ed families living in Perth/WA who share similar values & views; we are evidence-based, left-wing, secular families, who practise respectful parenting. Most of us are neurodivergent & many of us 'unschool'. Some of us identify as LGBTQIA+, whilst the others are allies.

Julie

Julie - 0408 792 611

NSW

KinHub

2204

Marrickville

KinHub runs weekly, fee-based programs for families navigating β€œschool can’t”, alternative learning pathways or neurodivergence. we offer a space where young people can build connection, confidence and participate in ways that work for them.

Corinne Smith

Corinne Smith - 0410 466 522

NSW

MHENA

2000

Various + other states

Muslim Home Education Network Australia (MHENA) is a dedicated and passionate support network who strive to serve and empower all Muslim home-schooling families.
Events page:
www.muslimhomeschool.net/events.html

Veronica

NSW

Manning Valley Homeschoolers

2430

Taree & surrounds

This private Facebook page is for home educating, home schooling, un-schooling, distance ed-ing families located in and around Taree/Forster/Gloucester area, NSW. Its purpose is to share news, events, and information, and for members to chat and get to know one another.

Linda

NSW

Medowie Homeschooling Hub

2318

Medowie

This group is aimed at families who have chosen the enriching journey of homeschooling their children. Whether you're a seasoned homeschooling family or just starting out, this is a place for us to come together, connect, and support one another.

Alison

QLD

Mount Isa Homeschooling

4825

Mt Isa

Homeschooling families connecting for support in the outback.

Katie Thomas

NSW

NSW - HEA Facebook

2000

State wide

A Community Facebook group for information and connection for home educators in New South Wales. Participation welcome and encouraged! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hea.newsouthwales

NSW Support & Registration Team

NSW

New England Teen & Parent Homeschool Network

2370

Glenn Innes

New England Teen & Parent Homeschool Network aims to create opportunities for teenagers and parents to build friendships, learn together, and enjoy regular social activities in a relaxed, inclusive environment. What you'll find in this group: πŸ•οΈ Social outings and meet-ups πŸ“š Educational excursions and learning opportunities β˜• Parent connection and support πŸ’‘ Sharing ideas, resources and homeschooling experiences This is a positive, respectful community where everyone is encouraged to support one another. Every homeschooling journey is unique, and we celebrate the diversity of learning styles, family values, and educational approaches. Whether you're looking to make new friends, organise activities, share ideas, or simply enjoy being part of a local homeschooling community, we'd love to have you join us. Together we're building friendships, creating memories, and supporting homeschooling families throughout the New England region.

Annemarie Sansom

QLD

Northern Gold Coast Homeschool Cooperative

4209

Gold Coast

We are a group of familes that have a space we meet at weekly to do fun activities togther. We have a great mix of all ages and plenty of teens.

Chelsea Alsop

NSW

Organic Family

2370

Glencoe

All families welcome to come hang out and learn from each other. Schoolers, Home schooners, Non-schoolers etc

Yolanda Leggett

Yolanda Leggett 0432632500

NSW

Parramatta Homeschoolers

2150

Parramatta

For all Home Educating Parents living in Parramatta and beyond. We are here to support each other on this wonderful journey.

QLD

QLD - HEA Facebook

4000

State wide

A Community Facebook group for information and connection for home educators in Queensland. Participation welcome and encouraged! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hea.queensland

QLD Support & Advocacy

NSW - VIC

Risky Kids Albury

2640

Albury-Wodonga

Looking for a program to support your child/ren with Overcoming challenges, Resilience building, Motor skills, Tools to support with language and communication when it comes to risk taking with your littlies, Powerful Mindsets and Behaviors to learn from our awesome coaches! 45 minute sessions..

Kiarra

Kiarra - Risky Kids Albury - 0428 746 787

NSW

Ryde Homeschool Community

2114

Ryde

Ryde Homeschool is a growing tribe of local families Community looking to enrich the education of our children. Join us for local socials, adventures and learning opportunities. We encourage parents to be an active part of our community, and to support each other.

SA

SA - HEA Facebook

5000

State wide

A Community Facebook group for information and connection for home educators in South Australia. Participation welcome and encouraged! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hea.southaustralia

HEA Support & Advocacy Team

NSW

SHEN

2000

Sydney

The Sydney Home Education Network (SHEN) is a non-profit support group for home educators in the Sydney and greater Sydney region. Please also find us on Facebook for our current events and local group locations, while our website is under re-construction.

SHEN Team

NSW

Singleton Homeschool Group

2330

Singleton & Hunter

An eclectic group of homeschool families that get together to support, encourage and grow friendships. We usually meet up in Singleton but have members from up and down the Hunter Valley.

Sally

0449125181

NSW

Social Sport Catchups

2556

Liverpool/Campbelltown/Bringelly

6-10yr old social/sport catchups

Fatima

Fatima 0468323408

VIC

Southeast Christian Homeschool Group

3977

Cranbourne

We are a Christian homeschool group based in Southeast of Melbourne. Our members are families with young children aged 4–5 who have chosen the path of homeschooling as we raise our children in the knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ. We are focused on discipleship, building Christian values, and making learning fun through regular afternoon gatherings for play after homeschool work. During these times, the children can also take part in group/flexible learning activities. We hope to faithfully steward what God has entrusted to us.

Danielle

VIC

VIC - HEA Facebook

3000

Statewide

A Community Facebook group for information and connection for home educators in Victoria. Participation welcome and encouraged! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hea.victoria

HEA VIC Support Team

NSW

VINE – Homeschool Community (Southern Highlands)

2577

Moss Vale

VINE is a homeschool community connected with Moss Vale Anglican Church, meeting Fridays during school terms from 2:30–5:00pm. Shaped by Christian values, VINE offers a relaxed, multi-age space for connection, shared learning, skill-sharing, and encouragement for homeschool families across the Southern Highlands and beyond. Location: Moss Vale Anglican Church

Catherine

More info: Instagram – @vine.homeducation.highlands Facebook – VINE- Homeschool Community - Southern Highlands Contact: Catherine – ministries@mossvaleanglican.com

WA

WA - HEA Facebook

6000

State wide

A Community Facebook group for information and connection for home educators in Western Australia. Participation welcome and encouraged! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hea.westernaustralia

HEA WA Advocacy Team

VIC

Wodonga-Albury Home Educating Group

3690

Wodonga & surrounds

Uniquely situated on the border of NSW & Vic. A thriving, diverse & inclusive group. Bi-weekly social gatherings, teen activities, pre-school/early primary nature activities all with highly experienced and qualified members offering learning opportunities for both adults and children.

Annmarie

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