Home Education in the UK - Introduction - Part 1

[MrUNIXman]

I have learnt that This type of education would be better, also Self Teaching too and learning things your own way is also good

[FionaStolze]

@MrUNIXman It's great to tune into what you need for yourself without blindly following things prescribed by the system which doesn't fit all by any means. Learning things your own way is great. :-)

[DarrenRyanMurphy]

Imagine children actually doing something in school rather than being lectured to and bored with the inside of books.

Imagine children who can visit museums, parks, art galleries, libraries, historical sites and different places.

Imagine children who can learn about can learn at their own pace and learn in their own way.

Imagine a child setting up a business, rather than reading about it.

Imagine...

[FionaStolze]

@DarrenRyanMurphy Yes, imagine indeed. Thanks for commenting Darren.

[DarrenRyanMurphy]

If a country believes in liberty, freedom, and the independence of self-determination, a parent should be able to educate their child how they see fit. The government often look at the negative possibilities, but they must look at the core positives for the nation: Children are being educated outside of the mainstream constructs, which allows them to become individuals whom are not coerced by a rigid education system that forces them to regurgitate textbooks.

[FionaStolze]

@DarrenRyanMurphy It's so time for things to change. Today's children are voicing this in a stronger and stronger way. The national curriculum is chewed through so that the schools can work towards getting good Offsted reports and secure their livelihood.... And it's nice to be able to wear what you want without being stuffed inside a 'uniform'. It's good to speak up and say - I don't want this any more.

[DarrenRyanMurphy]

@FionaStolze - I like the 'uniform', and perpetuates uniformity in nature, not only their perseptions of equality. The main reasons why government are again this: 1) Children may break from their socioeconomic background and achieve something; 2) The children may not be uniform enough to fit into the hierarchical business structure (i.e. being told what to do); 3) How can a parent go to work and contribute to the GDP if they're looking after their own child.

[DarrenRyanMurphy]

@FionaStolze - I laugh each time their is bad weather or strike-action which leads to schools being closed.

Parents come out and say this is an absolute disgrace: "I've had to take time off work to look after my child". It has become acceptable to hand your child over to the state for 14 years+, that parents object when their lives are interupted to look after their own children.

Passing your child over to the state should be a radical plan, not mainstream.

[jugglejoolz]

Best of luck, Fiona! Home Ed is brilliant! We home-ed in South London: you might be interested to watch my short film about it. My kids have never been to school. If you type "Home Education - what's that all about?" or go to my channel, you can see it.

[FionaStolze]

@jugglejoolz Thanks a lot for stopping by and sharing. I appreciate it and will be sure to check out your video. :-)

[mrsotter19]

I would love to see how your family story develops. I susbcribe to a couple of home ed forums and the impression I get is that the LA (Local Authority) has "witch hunts" and hassles the family and even call Social Services because they are under the impression home educated children are vulnerable to abuse. I would like to home ed my child but I want to see how it works in real life. I will be subscribing and watching your progress reports. BTW, Thank you for making these videos.

[FionaStolze]

@mrsotter19 I really appreciate you subscribing to my channel and following our progress. Right now we are in the middle of the summer break but we will be adding reports regulary so am pleased you can benefit from them. :-)

[mrsotter19]

@FionaStolze :-)))

[DonnaM63]

I truly admire you and your husband, Fiona, for taking on your son's education and ensuring that his needs are fully met. That is very interesting how the UK views home education...not such flexibility and freedom here in the US from what I have learned from my sister. In fact, many states such as California make it quite difficult for a family to choose home schooling. I look forward to hearing how this new adventure will unfold and am praying it will be all that you desire it to be.

[FionaStolze]

@DonnaM63 Thanks so much for your support Donna. Such a shame that it's more difficult in the USA. But things can change when there is more awareness. It's important for people to have choices, isn't it? x

[jugglejoolz]

@DonnaM63 In Illinois, all you have to do is say' I declare this house a homeschool' and you're away. Yet in New York, I understand you have to hire a professional tutor. It's all a bit of a mix up.

[DarrenRyanMurphy]

@jugglejoolz - The people in power imposing their views on the people they are meant to represent. Probably lobbyists representing a tutoring service passed that law.