Why Terminology Matters to Home Educators When it comes to educating children outside the traditional school system, terminology matters more than you might think. In the UK, the preferred term is ‘home education’ , which reflects the practice of parents or caregivers taking full responsibility for their child’s learning, tailoring it to suit individual interests and needs. In contrast, the term...
Home education opens the door to unparalleled flexibility, personalised learning, and the chance to nurture deeper connections within your family and community. It’s a path that allows you to shape education around your child’s unique needs and passions, offering opportunities for growth and discovery beyond traditional classroom walls. While it does demand commitment, creativity, and...
As September rolls around, the familiar hum of the "back-to-school" season fills the air. Shops brim with school supplies, uniforms, and lunchboxes, while families gear up for the whirlwind of early mornings and jam-packed schedules. But for a growing number of families, this September signifies a shift away from convention. Instead of rushing back to classrooms, they’re embracing the freedom and...
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Home Ed / Homeschooling Setup: Do You Have a Dedicated Space? Do you have a unique area in your home set aside for home education? We don’t. In fact, our entire house is our home-ed learning space...
It’s easy to feel a pang of inadequacy when scrolling through social media or home education blogs. Those perfectly curated posts showcasing immaculate setups can make our own...
Considering home education? If you’re seriously thinking about it, chances are you already feel it could be the right path for your family. And here’s a little secret: you’re already home educating.
Think about it —you're already providing the essentials that nurture and teach your child: unconditional love, respect, life skills, answering endless questions, reading together...
In today’s evolving educational landscape, home education is an increasingly practical choice for parents seeking a flexible, personalised approach to their children’s learning.
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Families embarking on this journey often discover the unique joys of bespoke education and self-directed learning. Freed from the rigid structures of traditional schooling—the daily grind...
It can be daunting to think you must get your children through their exams, which is understandable. The whole system is confusing and can fill us parents with dread. There's no need to cram in a shed load of GCSEs before the age of 16, and there are various options when it comes to qualifications; there is no rush. You don't have to take as many as a child in school would; you could start...
