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During the Covid-19 lockdowns, as a parent who had already chosen home education, I encountered some puzzling assumptions from parents whose children attended traditional schools. The common misconception? That as a home-educating family, we must be used to spending all day, every day cooped up - sounds like a classroom! 😜
The audacity of this presumption was frustrating. I often...
A persistent myth is that home-educated children lack social opportunities. It’s a tired misconception that resurfaces time and again, eliciting collective eye-rolls from those familiar with the reality. The truth? Socialisation isn’t about the quantity of interactions—it’s about their quality and diversity .
School settings promote forced associations rather than genuine...
Should I homeschool my child? Is home education a good idea? If you're seriously thinking about it, chances are you already sense it could be the right path for your family. And here’s something reassuring: in many ways, you’re already home educating.
Think about it —every day, you're helping your child learn through love, conversation, life skills, play, and curiosity. You answer...
Home education doesn’t have to cost a lot of money. You can shape it to fit your family’s budget and circumstances. You don’t need tutors, expensive subscriptions, or a stack of shiny new resources. The only unavoidable cost is exams later on, as families must cover these privately.
That said, it’s important to be honest. For most families...
Why More Families Are Choosing Home Education in the UK
More and more parents are turning to home education as a flexible, personal way to support their child’s learning.
Without the pressures of school runs, standardised testing, and one-size-fits-all timetables, many families find a new sense of balance. Children have time to rest, play, and grow at their own pace. And parents...
Home education GCSE options when home learning. Thinking about exams?
Planning for exams as a home-educating parent can feel overwhelming at first. The system is confusing, and the pressure can be real. But you don’t need to cram in a stack of GCSEs by age 16, and there’s no rule saying you must follow the school model - or even do them at all.
