Homeschooling VIC Support Groups
One of the common concerns from parents who are interested in homeschooling is around socialisation and ensuring that children have access to extra-curricular activities. Throughout Victoria, there are a number of after school activities and a range of support groups available.
Homeschool groups, Scouts, Guides, cadets, ballet and music classes, swimming lessons, sports clubs, and other online groups around areas of interest ensure that homeschooled children have just as busy and enriched a schedule as their traditionally schooled counterparts. Many areas have online groups that get together on a regular basis for activities, field trips, or even school camps.
VIC Homeschooling Assessment and Reporting Requirements
At times, homeschooling parents and caregivers may need to provide proof of a structured programme and of recorded process. Online platforms such as Education Perfect that keep a record of all the subjects covered alongside any assessments completed can help with demonstrating progression as a part of a holistic learning programme. This may be as simple as referring to the objectives, taking photos of learning activities, or dating samples throughout the year to demonstrate procession.
See how to use EP to help plan your homeschool curriculum.
FAQs for Homeschooling VIC
Is homeschooling right for my family?
Homeschooling is an excellent alternative for parents who want to provide their children with a well-rounded education that explores non-traditional content and offers flexibility in the mode of delivery and timetable. To be successful at this, you will need commitment and dedication from both yourself as well as other members of the community or family.
How long does it take to find out if my application is successful?
Each application is processed as quickly as possible and students must remain in school while this process is ongoing. Applications may take up to 28 days from the receipt of a complete application. Once a decision has been made, the outcome will be notified by written communication.
How much time do I need to teach each subject?
There is no hard and fast rule on specific time allocations, just make sure that you meet the requirements provided in the curriculum. The time you spend on each subject or module depends on your child’s needs, their progression, and where they need support. Get as much support as you need, and make sure that you connect with other homeschooling parents – different strengths can create support systems for different subjects.
How can EP help me to deliver a homeschool programme in Victoria?
Many programmes are available, and leveraging technology as a part of a holistic homeschool programme can be highly effective. For example, EP records every question answered, minute spent learning, and task and assessment that your child completes. This provides fantastic pre-assessment data and can help with common tests like NAPLAN, and ensuring that there is a measure of progress that is easily viewed,
This information is invaluable when it comes to reporting time, and helps to plan a sequence of content. There is real-time tracking of progress and it is easy to see at a snapshot how your child is progressing. This can help with planning future lessons that are tailor-made, and also assess how effective the programme is at catering to weaknesses and strengths.