Current situation: Updated 7th May 2025

Next availability for application reviews: week beginning 19th May
Next availability for application writing: week beginning 26th May
Next availability for phone consultations: week beginning 19th May
Next availability for urgent support*: week beginning 12th May

​For those wanting to book my services for reviews, phone consults, or to write applications, please use the links/info provided below to get started. I will make bookings on a first-come basis, as I work through emails in the order received. 

* Urgent support does not mean writing/reviewing your application sooner. It means helping with other time-sensitive and urgent matters that families may be experiencing. 

Before emailing me, please read the following:
New to homeschooling? I've put together THIS article which explains how to get started and answers many FAQs. I've also created a video about the application process HERE

To save time, please read the following and follow the links where applicable.

• For those wanting help with exemptions, my guide pack is a great place to start! It's available to purchase online HERE, for instant download. If you need help deciding what resources to use, my manual on planning your programme will be of benefit. See HERE.
• For those who would like an exemption application review, see everything you need to know HERE. When you send me your completed application, I will book your review as soon as possible. 
• For those who would like me to write an application, the information to get started is HERE. When you return the completed documents to me, I will queue up your application. My policy is to book this service in the order in which I have received required information and payment.
• For those who would like a phone consult, I have a several slots available each week which fill fast. Please use the form below to contact me and I will advise available times. Please include your phone number. (See HERE for info)
• If you have been asked for more information about an application by the Ministry, you have up to 4 weeks from the date of their request to respond before your application lapses. After you contact me I will ask you to send me your original application and all additional correspondence with the Ministry so far; once I review them I can explain the next steps. Meanwhile you may benefit from purchasing and reading my guide if you have not previously, to help you better understand application requirements. For more info on this service see HERE. 

Please note: I will ALWAYS respond to emails - usually within 2-3 working days (unless my office is closed). If you don't hear from me, please check your spam, then message me again, noting that you have previously done so, and including your phone number, in case my replies are not getting through. 

Some useful links for home education related information:
My exemption guide and services: ​www.cynthiahancox.com/homeschooling.html
My information articles: www.cynthiahancox.com/information-index.html 
If you'd like to donate to support the work I do: https://www.cynthiahancox.com/donate.html
NCHENZ website: www.nchenz.org.nz 
Ministry of Education's home education page and forms: ​https://parents.education.govt.nz/primary-school/schooling-in-nz/home-education/