Hi

for those of you who are aware, i home educate my eldest.

i am considering asking if she can volunteer at the rspca to cover her social interaction etc side of home ed. the ewo thought was a great idea. however, should the rspca say no, anyone got any other ideas?

playgroups
visiting old folks rest homes
stables for riding for the disabled
local hospital volunteers (visiting wards or working in the shop/cafe)
charity shop

PDSA might be worth a try too?

Maybe an animal charity shop then she might get some work with the animals via the shop.The skills she would learn in the shop would be good for the future and for a cv.
I am presuming she likes animals. Riding stables if she likes horses an doesn't mind mucking out. We always liked having volunteers when I was at a horse stud.RDA suggested by summer is very rewarding too.RSPB people are usually very pleasant. Look around for local groups, we have a group of people with disabilities (mainlyDown's S)who grow flowers which are then planted in the local park. Go to Voluntary Services and see what there is and what she fancies.Good Luck it's a great idea.

Some good ideas, thanks. She seems to be leaning towards something with animals.

The EWO suggested I apply to the RSPCA now. But if they said yes, then the Education Inspector said no we'd be letting the RSPCA down. So I figure wait for official permission first.