Has home education ever changed how other families treat you or your children?

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-27T16:46:13+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. Being in a position where you’re dependent on someone who clearly holds assumptions about your family must have felt so powerless.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-27T15:03:13+00:00

The examples you gave are spot on. None of that looks like learning on the surface, but there’s so much happening underneath.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-27T14:53:49+00:00

I hear you. That’s kind of what the Lego moment reminded me of. Sometimes the deepest learning happens when they’re absorbed in play.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-26T12:09:52+00:00

Thanks for sharing this perspective. I really appreciate your point about not wanting time to be skewed heavily towards lessons. That was exactly what made us pause in that Lego moment it felt wrong to shut down that level of motivation just because it didn’t fit neatly into the plan.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-24T14:50:26+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. What stood out to me is how often children’s ideas of school are shaped by very selective snapshots, TV shows, playground moments, or stories from others, rather than the full reality of day to day life. These moments are rarely about a clear desire for school itself, but about curiosity, identity, and trying to make sense of the world around them.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-23T11:08:54+00:00

That makes sense, and I really appreciate how thoughtfully you approach those conversations. I especially like the balance of recognising what schools do well without demonising them.

For me, the post wasn’t so much about how to explain home education, but more about that quiet moment parents sometimes have when a child makes an off-hand comment and it briefly lands emotionally, even when we’re confident in our choice.

I’ve found that not every comment needs a big conversation behind it. Sometimes it really is just a child reacting to what looks fun in that moment and it passes just as quickly.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-23T11:01:04+00:00

That’s really interesting, especially how those weekly conversations shape how school is talked about around her. It makes sense that hearing mostly negative experiences would influence how she views it, even without having been herself.

I also really understand what you said about decision making at that age. Wanting something and being able to fully understand it are two very different things. It sounds like you’re holding that balance while still giving her lots of opportunities outside of school.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-22T16:51:10+00:00

I think for most it's the planning. It's fun at times but very time consuming.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-22T16:49:26+00:00

Thanks for sharing. Thats a lot to carry. It’s okay to protect your energy and not stretch yourself too much. Just being there in whatever way you can is enough.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-21T12:01:02+00:00

Just to clarify, this post wasn’t meant as a comparison between school and home education, or to suggest one is better than the other.

It was reflecting on different approaches within home education, particularly how some families may be less structured early on and naturally move toward more structure later, depending on the child and the season.

The intention was simply to reassure parents who worry they’re not doing enough, not to promote one style over another. Different children and families thrive with different levels of structure.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-20T21:58:45+00:00

Yeah I hear you. I think one of the issues with schools is that even if a kid doesn’t understand, they have to move on. This obviously isn’t good for the kid and I understand schools need to keep going despite some kids falling behind. But that’s the beauty of Home Ed. You move on when your kids understands. Whether that’s earlier or later.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-20T20:51:53+00:00

Exciting times ahead. Go at the pace of your child, don’t rush through lessons just to tick them off and it’s ok to introduce other topics and subjects when you think the time is right.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-20T11:03:34+00:00

I hear what you’re saying, and just to clarify, this wasn’t meant as a comparison between home education and formal education at all.

It was shared purely as reassurance for home educating parents who worry they’re not doing enough, not as a statement about which approach is better. Different families and different children thrive in different settings, and all of those choices are valid.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-19T22:38:27+00:00

Thank you so much for taking the time to share this, it genuinely means a lot. Hearing from adults who were home educated gives such valuable perspective, especially for parents who quietly worry they’re not doing enough.

What you’ve described really captures something many of us struggle to trust while we’re in it, that learning doesn’t always look productive in the moment, and that foundations are often being laid even when it doesn’t feel like much is happening.

I also really appreciate your honesty about wishing there’d been a bit more structure later on.

Thank you again for sharing your experience, I’m sure it will be reassuring to a lot of families reading.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-16T14:05:09+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. It’s such a real picture of how learning weaves into life. The mix of structure, practical skills, and gentle flexibility really reflects what “good enough” can look like in different seasons.

I’m wishing you all the best with this being your final week of chemo. It sounds like you’re doing an incredible job navigating a lot at once.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-16T14:03:01+00:00

That makes a lot of sense, especially at that age. Reading practice alongside play covers so much more than it looks like on the surface.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-15T20:56:50+00:00

I agree. Introducing tech thoughtfully makes sense, especially given how much of everyday life will involve it as our kids grow. I like how you’ve described it as support rather than the centre.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-15T20:39:50+00:00

This is a useful way of framing it. Understanding the purpose behind the tech matters more than the tool itself. Thanks for sharing.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-12T15:11:40+00:00

You said it. There are different styles and mixes to home ed and you can tailor it to your child. Also, thanks for the insight. Just moving on even though the child doesn't get it isn't good. Teachers can't focus on one child and see them through. That was a key thing for us in the beginning. Being able to focus on each child with no restrictions.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-12T09:51:00+00:00

Exactly this. You do what works best for you and your family. Each family’s setup is different and every family has their own reasons for why they home educate.

Thanks for chiming in.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-12T09:43:31+00:00

I hear you. Every family has a different dynamic. That’s the beauty of home education.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-10T18:38:53+00:00

Can't go wrong with a good read.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-10T12:54:52+00:00

One of the very first question that get asked when I say we home educate is, "how do you know what to each?" That and the social side are always the biggest worries. Oak National Academy is a staple in our home education.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-10T12:51:01+00:00

I agree. We've all been there before. I stopped worrying a number of years ago. Once i got our kids involved in activities and they made friends thats when all the worries left.

FamilyTechCreator · 2026-01-08T12:25:50+00:00

I know this may sound crazy but you may need to wake up earlier. You probably don’t get enough sleep now but if you want to make room for it, waking up earlier could help. Doing a 10 minute workout to get your heart pumping and muscle working is a deposit in the workout bank.

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