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How to choose a private tutor for your children
Are you considering hiring a private tutor to homeschool your children? Perhaps you’re exceptionally busy with work, undertaking long hours and travelling around the world, or maybe you’re considering homeschooling due to a lack of faith in the public school system. There are many reasons why you could be looking for a private tutor to […]
Why are many American families deciding to homeschool?
Homeschooling has had a place in the American educational system for nearly 30 years, with it having been made legal in 1993. However, in more recent times, homeschooling has seen an overwhelming increase in popularity. But why are so many American families deciding to homeschool their children? Every parent will have their own reasons for […]
Homeschooling Around The World
Homeschooling is becoming an increasingly popular practice around the world. More and more parents are opting to homeschool their children in place of sending them to the nearest public or private school. This is particularly true for those parents who lead busy lives, perhaps travelling on a regular basis for work purposes, where employing a […]
The Top Five Homeschooling Myths Debunked!
Homeschooling can be a wonderful way of educating your child or children, particularly for those parents who are busy professionals with a hectic lifestyle. However, in the past homeschooling has been looked down upon by some, and continues to be so by a small minority. Many of those who look down on homeschooling are likely […]