Following an article I wrote not long ago, I noticed that some people have a different definition of education than me so I decided to try to explain what I think education is.

Is your child happy at school? Are you happy with the level of education they are attaining? School is not the only place to educate a child – there is another option.
Have you ever considered homeschooling?

My experiences of home education in the UK.

How it works and my experiences.

Homeschooling is both challenging and rewarding for families. The most important thing to remember after all these tips is that homeschooling is a family effort. Your homeschooling WILL work as long as each family member is involved. So get started, and have fun along the way as your discover how your family can set up a successful and happy homeschool.

What knowledge is essential for a person to be considered educated?

I ask this question even though it seems to fly in the face of the principles of freedom of choice inherent in home education. Although the journey may be enjoyable, wandering hither and yon is not a practical or effective way to get from here to Peoria. I am much more likely to arrive at my intended destination if I have some idea of the general direction I need to go to get there.

Children play truant quite often. But are most genuine who claim to be ill and if so, are they suffering from the problem known as "School Phobia?"

Homeschooling using both the Charlotte Mason and Thomas Jefferson Education models. Learn how these two home schooling methods are complimentary and how to implement them together in your home school.

A graduated home-schooled students view of home education.

About home education.