The Homeschool Heroes Awards event was held in Aberfeldy Village E14, reports Julia Omari

Last month Mica Edgehill, founder of the Homeschooling Hub, held her first award ceremony recognising the work of homeschooling children (HSCs).

The Homeschool Heroes Awards event was held in Aberfeldy Village E14, and brought together families from London and beyond, with participants invited to dress up as their favourite superheroes or create their own superhero costume.

The night celebrated children’s academic and non-academic achievements and highlighted the diverse talent many children developed throughout their home education journey. Performances from HSCs included reciting all ninety-nine names of Allah from memory, a solo violinist, a singer, and a solo pianist. The standard was extremely high, and each performer appreciated the loud cheers and applause.

Over thirty youngsters, aged five to fourteen, were nominated in various award categories including Arts, Science, Religion, Sports, and Community Work.

Every nominee received a certificate, a Homeschool Hub goody bag, along with an additional goody bag from the University of East London’s Pre-Entry Programmes Team, who supported the event and provided parents with information on accessing university through alternative routes.

Goody bags gifts ranged from online store vouchers, books, puzzles and toy aeroplanes to paints, teddies, stationery, University of East London backpacks and more.

The evening strengthened bonds within the homeschooling community as parents and children socialised with each other in a positive environment that was full of excitement and provided HSCs with an outlet to feel collectively proud of themselves and each other. Many great memories were made and talks of next year’s award ceremony were underway even before the night had ended.

The Homeschool Hub offers classes, workshops, social gatherings, a parent panel, and a homeschool magazine called Too Cool for School.

To find out more about homeschooling in England follow @thehomeschoolhubuk on instagram.

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