Homeschool-Friendly Collection
Homeschool-Friendly Collection
We are a Certified Homeschool-Friendly Library. Our staff have been trained by an experienced homeschooling coach to better understand:
- The nature of home-based learning in Canada
- The types of services that support learning at home
- Common programs and curriculums used by homeschoolers
- How our resources can be best used for learning at home
Services for Homeschoolers
- Free Wifi, computer access, and scanning to email
- Reduced printing costs for homeschoolers (10 cents/pg) available by sending requests via our online form
- InterLibrary Loan Service: Access items from libraries across Ontario through the INFOntario website.
Events for Homeschoolers
Enjoy special events just for homeschoolers: parent meet-ups, curriculum swaps, science fairs and more. We keep homeschooling families in the loop through our monthly Learning at Home eNewsletter and explore upcoming events on our Events page.
Hear about great resources and happenings for those learning outside of traditional schools. Sign up for our monthly Learning at Home eNewsletter to receive updates on homeschooling offerings.
Learning at Home
eNewsletter
Hear about great resources and happenings for those learning outside of traditional schools. Sign up for our monthly Learning at Home eNewsletter to receive updates on homeschooling offerings.
Free Digital Resources Available 24/7
Your digital resources are available 24 hours a day! You will find great ways to read, watch, learn and play for all ages - free with your library card. Click below to browse our digital resources for homeschooling.
Collection in Our Online Catalogue
Learning at Home - Your library includes books about homeschooling, early literacy and more. Educational DVDs, French items and Accessible Readers are among our many resources.
Whether you are a long-term homeschooler, using remote learning, or just looking to develop a learning-positive home, we compile titles that can help parents make learning fun and meaningful for all ages. Access the Learning at Home Collection in our online catalogue.
Our Children’s Librarian
Our children’s librarian, Penny Kingyens, has years of experience as a registered Early Childhood Educator (ECE) and has also homeschooled her own children. If you have any questions about homeschooling, feel free to contact Penny at pkingyens@brightonlibrary.ca or contact us via the online form.