Home Education Matters

In the first of our Charlotte Mason double bill, I talk to Amanda Goodchild about the benefits of using this approach with your home educated child. We discuss the details of the CM approach: what it is and what it isn't, and tell you everything you need to know to decide if it's the right route for you and your child.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

Today's episode covers all things you need to know about EHCPs for your EOTAS or home educated child, including how to get an EHCP, what can be included in one, how the process differs from when in school, how to carry over your EHCP from a school setting, and the benefits and negatives of getting one. Karen is in our FB group 'Home Education Matters' and happy to answer any questions you may have about your specific situation so do join us over there. [This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

"You're not going to walk around with a calculator in your pocket all your life" ... Or are we?Join Canadian education entrepreneur Maxwell Roach and I in our lively discussion on the role that actually knowing stuff plays in education. Do we need to know basic maths facts? Is the why more important than the what? Are some sectors of the population needed to just unquestioningly do grunt work? Is accelerated learning helpful or harmful?It's a fascinating and feisty discussion between two people with different educational ideologies. Check it out and tell us what side of the fence you fall on![This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

Deborah Hayward, an advocate for alternative education systems, chats about the exciting world of GCSE alternatives. She highlights the need for diverse qualifications that cater to unique learning styles and talents. The conversation covers alternative qualifications like NCFE and BTECs, emphasizing flexibility and creativity in subjects such as art and sports. Deborah stresses the importance of customized pathways for home-educated students and discusses how to navigate these options effectively for college preparedness.

Helen and I go through 26 (yes, 26!) different ways to home educate. From structured to unschooling, Charlotte Mason to Reggio Emilia, delight directed to tidal learning - we discuss each one, what it is and why it might work (or maybe not work) for you and your family.Home Education in all its variety! How do you do it? Is your approach on the list? Tell us in the comments and let us know.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

Holly Billinghurst from TeachAllAboutIT dives into the world of tech education, unpacking valuable insights for home educators. She discusses the critical role of digital literacy, addressing e-safety concerns like cyberbullying. The episode covers various qualifications from GCSE to A level and explores the unique educational paths for young gamers, emphasizing practical skills in coding and game design. Holly emphasizes tailoring education to individual interests while navigating the challenges of remote learning and ensuring age-appropriate content for kids.

Today's episode is a whistlestop tour through all the things you need to know about home education. We cover:deregisteringyour rights and responsibilitiesreport writingdealing with your local authorityqualifications and college entrydifferent home ed approachesdeschoolingsitting examsother people's judgementhow to engage your child in the processThis is an amazing episode full of information and advice to arm you on your home education journey.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

Diane and I discuss some of the most common questions that parents have when considering home education, from "Am I clever enough?" to "But isn't it really boring??" we answer all your questions openly and honestly. If your question isn't answered, comment below and we'll answer it for you.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

Join me as I chat with home educating businesswomen Kate Symonds, Claire Hirst and Veronica Williams. From imposter syndrome to spinning never ending plates, we talk about the challenges and enormous benefits of working from home while home educating your children.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]

I'm very excited to be joined by Dr Naomi Fisher today, author of hugely popular home education book: Changing our Minds. Join us as we discuss unschooling and the delicate balance between protection and freedom. We look at teen development and educating with respect and equality, with a focus on screen use.Have you ever wondered how to incorporate screen use into your family with honour but also caution? This is a fabulous episode which really dives into the difficulties but also the privileges of parenting our home educated children.[This podcast is very much a labour of love, but it's also both a costly and time consuming process ... if you'd like to Buy Me a Coffee - no obligation at all! - you can do so here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/HomeEducation]