Deciding to educate your child at home is a big step, and it's important both for you and your child that
you make an informed decision. This section
aims to help you explore the benefits of homeschooling and some of the things you need to
consider before finalising your decision.
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Homeschooling or home education is a choice that is made by many parents across the world to educate their child within their home environment. Why do parents choose to educate their child at home? Many parents choose homeschooling for their child as an option for a variety of reasons such as:
- Lack of progress or underachievement at school
- Inadequate course variety
- Frustration with teaching standards
- Concerns for their children's safety
- Behavioural issues for their child
- Religious reasons
- Medical reasons/disabilities
- Travelling difficulties
What are the pluses and minuses of homeschooling?
It is important before you embark on homeschooling as an alternative for your child, to look at the advantages and disadvantages.
Pluses- As a parent you are more aware of the capabilities of your child
- Family bonds are often developed and relationships strengthened as you share views, ideas and thoughts
- Less time travelling, as all the learning takes place within the home environment. The time gained will allow your child to pursue hobbies and interests
- More control over the curriculum and method of teaching
- Life enriching activities can be developed
- Learning can be paced more accurately to match your child's capabilities
- The home environment is less noisy and hectic
- The main concern for parents who are considering homeschooling is that they will be ultimately responsible for their child's education. But if you educate your child through Wolsey Hall that responsibility will be shared and you will always have someone on hand to help.
- Your child needs to feel comfortable with homeschooling for it to work.
What our students say
My tutor always seemed to phone when I had a problem! He provided extremely useful examination tips and his coursework comments were excellent. I owe him! Kevin Coley
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