She has special needs and a statement so our situation was rather....complicated

However, some things I think are the same for all HE families.
1. Don't be bullied into thinking you need to provide a school environment at home. Rigid timetables and reams of paper are not the only (or the best) way to teach a child.
2. Most museums are desperate to inspire young minds! We found that by phoning in advance we could often arrange to meet with a curator and sometimes be taken back to see items not on general display!
3. A day out with a metal detecting club is a fantastic history lesson (you'd be amazed how much those guys know!) a local beekeeper can provide a fascinating biology lesson! We were amazed how receptive complete strangers were to the prospect of sharing their hobbies with us for a day

above all, well done you for taking your child's education into your own hands!