A new school year is starting this week in Australia and once again we’re left right out of it. Thank goodness! Instead of waking up early, packing lunches, dressing in uniform, and heading off for a day of following orders, … Continue reading
One of the most frustrating beliefs you come across when you opt out of the school system is that children NEED school. Even if there is a willing and capable parent to support their education outside of the system, people … Continue reading
We’ve had such a lovely holiday over Christmas and New Year, and a birthday in there too with a little someone turning FIVE! Today it was back to the usual weekday routine, and I decided to document it! I wanted … Continue reading
At the beginning of a new year we usually have a chat about some goals or things we would like to do in the coming year, and reflect on all that we have done in the previous year. I love … Continue reading
I love watching my kids when they are in the zone, full of ideas, loving what they’re doing. I can feel the energy radiating from them! They excitedly tell me all their plans, bouncing around and exclaiming “Isn’t that a … Continue reading
“Schools are different now, they’ve changed a lot you know!” As a home educating parent I hear this a lot. People want to believe we just don’t know what goes on in schools, as if they operate in secret or … Continue reading