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...
Starting home education? Here's some homeschooling advice. Excuse me for using the term 'homeschooling' there - it helps the Google algorithms! Read why using the term 'home education in the UK matters.
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The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill. What does this result mean, and what happens now?
These graphics with no simple explanation are confusing, what does it mean? The proposal in question was an opposition amendment to the Bill. However, most MPs voted against it, with the 'noes' prevailing. The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill has now passed its second reading, marking...
The Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill. What it is, and its implications for all parents.
The proposed Children's Wellbeing and Schools Bill has raised significant concerns within the home education community. Many of the provisions outlined in the Bill risk undermining parental rights, disrupting children’s education, and imposing unnecessary and invasive measures on families.
The home education community is an incredible, diverse network of families with unique stories, challenges, and triumphs. Right now, we have a powerful opportunity to shape the narrative surrounding home education and share the positive, authentic experiences that rarely make it into the mainstream media.
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Words matter. They shape how others see us and define how we see ourselves. For the UK home-educating community, choosing “home education” over “homeschooling” isn’t a small detail—it’s a statement of who we are and what we stand for.
“Homeschooling” can suggest replicating school at home, while “home education” reflects something far more meaningful: a flexible, dynamic, and child-...
The heartbreaking death of Sara Sharif has sent shockwaves across the nation, leaving an enduring sense of grief and anger. However, the aftermath of this tragedy has seen the government and media exploit Sara’s story to unfairly target the home education community, perpetuating harmful misconceptions while neglecting the true systemic failures that led to her untimely death.
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 we learn how to 'do school', do we forget how to learn?
School isn't the only way to get an education, and the school way isn't the only way to learn. In fact, some of the skills we need at school are quite different to the skills we need in order to direct our own learning.
