Coming soon: Home learning environment guidance
This February, the National Literacy Trust is releasing national home learning environment (HLE) guidance commissioned by the Department for Education: Embedding the home learning environment: evidence, practice and partnerships.
The home learning environment plays a central role in shaping children’s early communication, social development and long-term learning.
The document brings together the best available evidence and practical insight to support those working with families to strengthen the home learning environment. It focuses on what works, why it matters and how local partners can create the conditions for families to feel confident, supported and able to embed early learning in everyday life.
The HLE guidance document will be available to download later in February 2026.