Join Victoria in this episode of the Seatton Education podcast as she interviews Beverly Huebner, a Canadian mother who homeschooled her children from kindergarten through to grade 12. Beverly shares her experiences, challenges, and triumphs in home education over the years. She discusses the developmental needs of her son, the homeschooling dynamics within her family, support from her husband, and the socialisation/socialization of their children. Beverly also reflects on how home education has impacted her children's lives and provides insights into how her daughter continues the homeschooling tradition with her own children.

Join us in this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast as Victoria interviews Helen Harrold, co-founder of Dumb Ox Learning. Discover insights into various educational paths for homeschool children, focusing on the American High School Diploma, SAT, and AP exams. Helen shares her personal homeschooling journey and contrasts it with traditional schooling, explaining the benefits and unique approaches to home education. Learn how families can collaboratively teach subjects and navigate university admissions, including the pathways to acceptance by UK universities. Helen also discusses the advantages of choosing AP exams over A levels for British universities, the flexibility they offer, and their cost-effectiveness.

This episode of the Seatton Education podcast delves into the advantages and challenges of home education, contrasted with the downsides of conventional schooling. Russ quotes Dr. Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist, who highlights the importance of parents being the primary influence in their children's lives, which traditional schools often hinder. Benefits of homeschooling such as academic success, personalised learning, flexibility, and time efficiency are also discussed. Russ tackles common homeschool concerns such as socialisation, suggesting that careful exposure to appropriate experiences leads to stronger family bonds and healthier relationships. Personal anecdotes showcase the development of communication and networking skills in home-educated children. Additionally, the supportive role of the non-primary educating parent and the unique learning experiences through family travel are emphasised, underlining the personal and educational gains from home education.