In NZ, we have some exciting things available, and it’s not always easy to travel for a few weeks. But I can certainly understand why people don’t want to travel. I’m sure if I got to live in the U, I would be even more reluctant to travel for that time!
Homeschooling is something that many parents are interested in doing, but not all countries are homeschool-friendly. This is true in New Zealand, too, where the government is pushing for a change in our curriculum to allow homeschooling to become illegal.
In the last couple of years, there has been an increase in families that choose to homeschool their children. There are several reasons why parents choose to homeschool their children. For some, it’s a choice for their children, while others prefer to homeschool because it allows them to take more responsibility for their child’s education.
Regardless of why you choose to homeschool, there are some things you need to consider when planning your homeschool.
In New Zealand,d we are required to have a teaching qualification before teaching our children in public schools. However, this course is impossible unless you are enrolled at an accredited tertiary institution. So that’s the problem when your kids are homeschooled; you must go to university and get a degree before you can teach.
What is Homeschooling?
Homeschooling is the practice of educating children at home. The term was coined from the Latinhomeschooleda, which means ‘household’ and ‘school’.
Homeschooling is an educational system where a family teaches its children, usually at home. It is a type of private schooling, and parents are typically responsible for the curriculum and instruction.
Homeschooling may occur in a school, a church, or a family home, depending on the preference and location of the family.
The parents (teachers) decide what they will teach their children (students). Homeschooling has become more prevalent in recent years because of its flexibility. History The first recorded homeschooling was around 1695 BC in Egypt when the Pharaoh ordered all his children to be taught by private tutors to learn from the best teachers and receive the best education available.[2] In ancient times, most people were illiterate.
Why Homeschool?
New Zealand is moving towards a national curriculum for all children. Parents who choose to homeschool must find alternative ways of teaching their children.
Homeschooling is something that many parents are interested in doing, but not all countries are homeschool-friendly. This is also true in New Zealand, where the government is pushing for a change in our curriculum to allow homeschooling to become illegal.
In the last couple of years, there has been an increase in families that choose to homeschool their children. There are several reasons why parents choose to homeschool their children. For some, it’s a choice for their children. In contrast, others prefer homeschooling because it allows them to take more responsibility for their child’s education.
Homeschooling Resources
Homeschooling is not as easy as it seems. It can be a lot of work, especially if you’re not used to it.
You can either homeschool your child yourself or hire someone to help you.
If you decide to go the DIY route, many helpful resources exist. One of the most useful is Homeschool 101 by Lisa Buckley. It is a great place to start, with a step-by-step guide that teaches you how to get started.
If you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself, you can hire a private tutor.
You can also find online courses to help you with your homeschooling journey.
For instance, some courses teach you how to homeschool your child using an online platform called ClassDojo.
Homeschooling is a choice, not a compulsion.
We hear a lot about the benefits of homeschooling, and some of the concerns are valid. For example, I’m concerned we’re putting too much pressure on young minds.
However, it’s essential to understand that homeschooling is a choice. We must acknowledge that our children are different and can’t force them to learn. They’re not robots, and they don’t need to understand the same things we learned growing up to realize that homeschooling is about giving our children the freedom to learn what they want. We can’t mandate that they know how to read, write, and do the math, but we can provide the freedom to explore their interests.
A homeschooling mom once told me that she teaches their interests, draws, and does the math. She doesn’t teach her daughter how to play the piano. She’s not interested in forcing her child to be a musician. She’s more interested in her daughter having the opportunity to develop an interest in music and other subjects.
Frequently Asked Questions Abouthomeschoolingl in NZ.
Q: How do you homeschool in NZ?
A: Nothing special needs to be done differently when you homeschool in New Zealand.
Q: How do you find out about homeschool groups?
A: I find out about groups through friends and word of mouth.
Q: What are some tips for parents homeschooling in NZ?
A: Be open-minded and try things out. You can do it!
Q: What’s the most fun thing about homeschooling in NZ?
A: The most fun thing is meeting new people and making friends. We are all pretty different,t and we are all-absorbing.
Top Myths About Homeschool in NZ
1. You should never homeschool your children.
2. You should only homeschool if you have children and are an astay-at-home mum.
3. Homeschooling is expensive.
4. Homeschooling is not safe.
5. Kids who go to school are better than those who don’t.
Conclusion
If you want to homeschool your children in New Zealand, I suggest you check out the website “NZEducation.com” (NZ Education) and see what they offer.
It has a lot of information and resources that can be useful for homeschooling in NZ.
As you may know, I’m a big fan of homeschooling and have several family members homeschool their children.
