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Home Education Matters

From home educated to home educator with Pamela Anton

Jun 2, 2024
Former home educated child turned home educator, Pamela Anton, shares her journey of persuading her parents to homeschool her. She discusses her traumatic school experience, rediscovering magic after leaving school, transitioning to home education, challenges faced, unique exam experiences, transitioning to college, and navigating autism in home education.
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  • Pamela's negative school experience led her to advocate for home education based on emotional well-being.
  • Tailored home education supports diverse learning styles, nurturing growth and providing a safe environment.

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Pamela's Negative School Experience

Pamela describes her deep-rooted dislike for school from an early age, highlighting how the school environment felt alien and isolating for her. She vividly recalls feeling disconnected from her family, displaying a strong aversion to daily school routines and academic subjects. Though Pamela excelled academically, her emotional distress at school was profound, leading to a consistent struggle with the school environment.

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