Animal Care Education Tailored for Home Educated Learners

At Critters Academy, we believe that home-educated young people deserve access to the same high-quality, accredited training as any other student.  We are so proud to support home educated learners with specialist animal care training that’s not only fun and engaging but also a powerful step towards a future in the animal care industry. We offer flexible, online animal care courses, resources and masterclasses designed specifically with home educators in mind.

Whether your learner dreams of a future career with animals, is working towards a college place, or simply wants to explore their passion, our qualifications offer practical, recognised progression opportunities.

What makes us different? All of our workshops, resources, and qualifications are created and delivered by me Critters Academy founder Vanessa Woollatt, an experienced, outstanding lecturer and awarding winning business owner with over 14 years of expertise in teaching animal care. Her goal is to make learning accessible, inspiring, and career-focused from day one.

Our options include: 
•    Fully online, flexible learning designed around the needs of home educators
•    Regulated qualifications through the iPET Network
•    Interactive workbooks, activities and resources all downloadable and tailored for all ages and ability levels. 
•    Live online training 
•    Self -paced masterclasses
•    Options for 1:1 tutoring 
•    Fun, hands-on learning with clear links to real careers in animal care

Whether you're looking for an engaging way to enhance your curriculum or a serious route into a future in the animal care sector Critters Academy has a course for you. 
Message us to be sent our home educator information pack for more details. 

Why Choose Critters Academy?

OFQUAL-Regulated Qualifications. We deliver accredited courses from iPET Network that can strengthen college applications, demonstrate commitment to the subject, and help learners take their first steps towards a future in the animal care industry.

Brilliant Animal Care Resources. Our website includes a carefully curated resource section packed with engaging, age-appropriate learning tools. From children exploring their first interest in animals to learners studying at a higher level, our resources are designed to educate, inspire, and spark curiosity at every stage.

Entirely Online & Flexible.Learn at your own pace, from home. No travel, no stress just engaging lessons, workbooks, resources and tutor support designed to fit around your learning schedule.

Tailored to the Home Education Journey. Our qualifications are developed with the unique needs of home educators in mind. From flexible deadlines to individualised support, we make learning accessible and empowering.

Build Confidence & Practical Skills.Students gain real-life knowledge in animal care and welfare from basic handling and health to professional first aid. These skills are not only valuable for future careers but also encourage independence and responsibility.

Popular Courses for Home Educated Learners:
-    Critters Academy Canine First Aid Training
-    Critters Academy short masterclasses 
-     iPET Network Level 2 Award in Canine First Aid
-    iPET Network Level 2 Award in an Introduction to Canine Nutrition
-    iPET Network Level 2 Award in Canine Care, Health and Behaviour
-    iPET Network Level 3 Award in Dog Walking and Pet Sitting for Professionals
-    iPET Network Level 2 Award in Small Animal Health and Husbandry
-    Short courses in animal welfare, behaviour, nutrition and more

How to Enrol:
You can view available iPET Network qualifications and Critters academy directly through our website.

Resources are available to download through our ‘resources’ section on our website

Or message us for 1:1 workshop or tutoring tailored to your learner (group options available). 

 Email: info@crittersacademy.co.uk
 Or visit our Contact Page to ask any questions.