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All things Home Ed

-How we do learning at asaac-

Our unique educational framework integrates Nature, Nurture, Nourish, and Need, supported by the RiWiTiTi© learning methodology, to foster holistic, adaptable learning for children of all abilities.

Community Garden

nature

Children explore science, geography, and wellbeing topics, building a profound understanding of the natural world, ecosystems, human impact and sustainable living. This nurtures curiosity, critical thinking and environmental responsibility.

Examples of topics and activities:

  • Science: life cycles, reproduction, plant and animal roles, ecosystems.

  • Geography: physical landscapes, climate, environmental changes, conservation.

  • Wellbeing: growing food, nature’s medicine, sustainable living practices.

Image by Dragos Gontariu

nurture

Emphasis is placed on nurturing connections: with the planet through eco-awareness and conservation, with communities via culture, history and language and with themselves through self-care, personal growth and creativity expressed via arts, music, roleplay and storytelling.

Examples of topics and activities:

  • Planet: recycling, reusing, conservation projects.

  • People & culture: history, language, animals and community engagement.

  • Self: self-care, mindfulness, personal growth.

  • Creativity: music, art, dance, roleplay, storytelling, imaginative play.

Children Practicing Yoga

nourish

Learning is supported through physical, mental and emotional development. Children engage in nutrition, movement, journaling, reading and passion projects, ensuring they grow into balanced, resilient learners.

Examples of activities:

  • Body & Mind: physical education, exercise, yoga and movement-based games.

  • Nutrition: cooking, gardening, food preservation.

  • Mind: reading, journaling, affirmations, mindfulness exercises.

  • Heart & Soul: passion projects, hobbies, creative challenges.

Image by Andre Taissin

need

We equip children with essential life skills: financial literacy, practical problem-solving, communication and repair/creation knowledge. Happiness and mental wellbeing are prioritized alongside real-world readiness.

Examples of activities:

  • Finance: budgeting, saving, understanding money.

  • Life Skills: planning, problem-solving, organization.

  • Repair & Creation: Design & Technology, home economics, learning how items were created and evolved.

  • Communication: written, verbal, audio, and reading skills.

Learning Together

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riwititi

Our RiWiTiTi© approach ensures every child engages in learning through multiple modes, reinforcing understanding and fostering creativity. Each section includes practical, hands-on examples:

Read It – Explore & Discover

  • Non-fiction books, biographies, scientific journals.

  • Fiction connected to history, science or culture.

  • News articles, magazine features or current events.

  • Instructions, DIY guides, recipes or procedural manuals.

  • Transcripts from documentaries or educational videos.

Write It – Process & Reflect

  • Bullet-point key facts or Q&A notes.

  • Mind maps, word webs or concept maps.

  • Short summaries, reflections or reports.

  • Creative writing: poems, songs, diary entries from historical perspectives, comic strips.

  • Step-by-step guides, experiment instructions or persuasive letters.

  • Comparison lists or instructional manuals for projects.

Type It – Present Digitally

  • Digital reports, fact sheets or mini ebooks.

  • Social media-style posts or educational blog content.

  • Infographics visualizing processes or concepts.

  • Travel postcards, flyers or posters related to learning topics.

  • Mock interviews, pretend news articles or online reviews.

  • Digital comic strips or educational videos.

Tell It – Share & Engage

  • Roleplay as historical figures, scientists or explorers.

  • Present as a news anchor, museum guide or teacher.

  • Create podcasts, video blogs or TikTok/Reel-style clips.

  • Short skits or plays illustrating learning points.

  • Explain topics in casual conversation to family or friends.

  • Make up quizzes, jokes or riddles to engage others with what they’ve learned.

This approach ensures children read, reflect, create, present and share, embedding knowledge in hands-on, meaningful ways.

'Wander learn create' implements this methodology in partnership with ASAAC Charity
free to attend - weekly!

pairing each activity with AQA Units, ensuring measurable, accredited learning outcomes. This framework supports neurodiverse families, encourages independent exploration and fosters lifelong curiosity, creativity, and practical life skills.

Expand Your Learning

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Join our £5 monthly ASAAC Supporter plan and gain access to exclusive resources, family wellbeing projects and creative prompts — all while helping us reach more SEND & Home Educating families.

Perfect for those who can't make our weekly groups or just want to give back.

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