Welcome to Broadleaf

Hello, I’m Clare.

I began Broadleaf more than 16 years ago, with a small group of fellow home ed parents, when we were looking for the kind of community our own families needed. Those same parents are still helping to shape Broadleaf today, alongside many others who have joined us along the way.

Broadleaf is rooted in the long tradition of home-educating families learning alongside one another. Parents and carers are not simply bringing their children to a service - they are part of the community too, through building friendships, sharing knowledge and helping to create the spaces our families need.

We know that arriving somewhere new can feel difficult, for parents as well as children. There is never an expectation, only an invitation. You are welcome to come as you are, take things at your own pace and gradually find your place within our community.

We really hope to see you soon!

Clare xx

  • Community & Friendship

    Parents and carers can stay, join in and get to know others who understand some of what family life can hold. Familiar faces, informal conversations and shared experiences allow friendships and wellbeing to grow naturally, without pressure or expectation.

  • Shared Knowledge & Support

    Parents share their knowledge and experience of home education, neurodivergence and family life. Through everyday conversations, families find practical ideas, reassurance and people who understand, without judgement or pressure.

  • Shared Experiences

    Parents are welcome to take part in creative activities, workshops, trips and celebrations alongside their children. These shared experiences bring families together, create new connections and make Broadleaf a community for the whole family.

Parent-led community in our beautiful home in the New Forest