Smallest isn't starting school this september. I *think* that the letter we had implied she would be due to start this time - she's 5 in November, so would presumably be one of the oldest in her year. I think there are a lot of things about school she'd love, but overall, I think that she'll enjoy … [Read more...] about Not starting school.
how we do it
My educational philosophy.
The law in this country relating to education states: Duty of parents to secure education of children of compulsory school age The parent of every child of compulsory school age shall cause him to receive efficient full-time education suitable— a: to his age, ability and aptitude, and b: … [Read more...] about My educational philosophy.
Pointless education and missing caches.
You can take the boy out of the school, but can you take the school out of the parent? There's a constant balancing act here, to discharge our legal duty under Section 7 of the 1996 Education Act 7. The parent of every child of compulsory school age shall cause him to receive efficient … [Read more...] about Pointless education and missing caches.
The Not Back to School Carnival – because education is mandatory, but school isn't.
Home education is a valid and legal option. And there are lots of people doing it. This is a carnival of celebration, of encouragement, and I'm thrilled that so many people have joined in. So without further ado, let's take a wander. You may remember I posted some prompts - a few people have … [Read more...] about The Not Back to School Carnival – because education is mandatory, but school isn't.
Not back to school carnival prompts.
I'm happy to have any posts on home education/ flexi schooling or whatever really that people can come up with. I want to post the carnival early september - so if you can get links to me by end of August that gives me a bit of time to get organised. There's a contact form up there in the menu, or … [Read more...] about Not back to school carnival prompts.
