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.

In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria interviews Russ Hiebert, a former Canadian Member of Parliament and homeschooling father. They explore Russ's transition from politics to prioritising family, and his family's experience with homeschooling in British Columbia, where educational freedom is supported by governmental policies. Russ emphasises the advantages of personalised learning tailored to individual needs, highlighting research that shows home-educated students outperforming their conventionally schooled peers both academically and socially. The discussion also addresses common misconceptions about homeschooling and considers some of the shortcomings of mainstream education.

In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria sits down with Thomas Curto, a recent homeschool graduate from Italy, to discuss his unique journey. Thomas shares insights into his 12-year home education experience, emphasising the role of family collaboration and the enriching benefits of flexible learning. He talks about his passion for dance, his transition to university, and gaining self-discipline and a love for learning. They address common misconceptions about homeschooling socialisation and discuss Thomas's aspirations in the tech world. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how homeschooling can offer a distinct and fulfilling educational path.

In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria sits down with Thomas Curto, a recent homeschool graduate from Italy, to discuss his unique journey. Thomas shares insights into his 12-year home education experience, emphasising the role of family collaboration and the enriching benefits of flexible learning. He talks about his passion for dance, his transition to university, and gaining self-discipline and a love for learning. They address common misconceptions about homeschooling socialisation and discuss Thomas's aspirations in the tech world. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how homeschooling can offer a distinct and fulfilling educational path.

In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria welcomes Gerald Huebner, Chair of the Global Home Education Exchange. They discuss homeschooling globally, exploring its legality, societal views, and the challenges parents face. Gerald shares insights from countries where homeschooling is illegal, such as Germany, and highlights the diverse motivations and methods of homeschooling families across the world. He emphasises the importance of parental choice in education and the role of governments. Join the conversation to understand how home education can serve as a viable alternative to traditional schooling.

In this episode, a mother shares her experiences, practical tips and thoughts on homeschooling. She discusses the importance of respecting the choice to stay home and educate children, viewing it as a significant career path. Despite potential criticism, she highlights the short-term nature of this investment and the long-term contributions her children will make to society. With her 18-year-old daughter already excelling in post-secondary education, she reflects on the fulfilling journey and the future opportunities that lie ahead.