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( http://aquaponics.myshopify.com has alot of the solutions readily available in the UK)The lighting needs are identical to indoor hydroponics and the heating requirement depends on the positioning of the tank. If possible having the tank inside while the growbeds are outside would be perfect, then the heating needs are minimal, however, if the whole system is outdoors you will need some kind of polytunnel or greenhouse to grow the lot in. The exposure to sun light in the winter and the position to the heated house would give some clue in the extras to be included. To dig the tank in at least partly might reduce the requirements, but in fairness with no data to start from heating is difficult. that said if the water is heated to a temperature that the fish feel well (18 deg C + for most used fish) then the rest of the polytunnel/greenhouse should be okay. As to the insects to cultivate I suggest mealworms, they are easy to raise and a good protein feed, regular garden worms are at the beginning not recommended due to the size of them ( unless you want the kids to cut them in pieces before feeding them). A separate tank will be the best for young fish ( maybe growing duckweed on top which will allow the fry to hide and when they are bigger they will consume it smile emoticon )

David, I think you're at the stage where you need local help. I found this with a quick search of 'UK aquaponics' but I'm sure there's more. Reach out and ask for help from people locally who are doing it, and I'm sure you'll get some volunteers: http://gardenaquaponics.wordpress.com/