In This Article Table of Contents Short answer: yes. Thousands of families homeschool and work full time, in every kind of job, on every kind of roster. But if you’ve searched this question at 11pm with a load of washing behind you and a work email still open on your phone, you don’t need a […]
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In This Article Table of Contents Thinking about homeschooling in NSW? Here’s the short version: it’s legal, it’s more common than you might realise, and the registration process is far less frightening than the paperwork makes it look. I’ve registered and renewed my children’s home schooling registration many times over the years, across every stage
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In This Article Table of Contents “I Can’t Go”: The Beginning of a New Journey There’s a quiet kind of heartbreak that happens when your child says, “I can’t go to school.” At first, you might not even call it “school refusal.” It begins slowly, maybe your child clings a little tighter at drop-off, or
Every child learns in their own way, and one of the most magical learning styles is that of the naturalistic learner—those who thrive through connection with the natural world. At The Magic Art of Homeschool, we celebrate the uniqueness of naturalistic learners, understanding that their curiosity, love for exploration, and connection with nature offer a
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Have you noticed that your child loves numbers, puzzles, or spotting patterns? If so, you may have a budding logical/mathematical learner on your hands—what a wonderful discovery! Homeschooling gives us the beautiful opportunity to celebrate our children’s unique strengths, and for a logical/mathematical learner, that means embracing their love of reasoning, problem-solving, and analytical thinking.
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As homeschooling parents, we have the unique privilege of creating a learning environment tailored to our children’s individual needs—and that includes honouring the quiet, introspective nature of intrapersonal learners. Intrapersonal learners thrive on reflection, solitude, and a deep connection with their own thoughts and emotions. They are motivated from within, finding joy in quiet spaces
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Homeschooling is a beautiful opportunity to create a learning environment that nurtures your child’s unique needs—and that includes their social development. Social skills like communication, empathy, collaboration, and problem-solving are just as important as academic subjects. And in a homeschool setting, you have the gift of shaping these skills in a close-knit, personalised way that
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Does your child learn best by moving, touching, or physically engaging with their surroundings? If so, welcome to the world of kinesthetic/tactile learners! I remember when I first started homeschooling. One of my sons just couldn’t sit still during lessons, and I wondered if I was doing something wrong. But I soon realised his hands-on
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Have you ever noticed how your child’s face lights up when they hear a captivating story or have the chance to explain what they’ve learned? For around 30% of children, this auditory/verbal way of engaging is their key to unlocking a love for learning. If your child fits this description, their love for learning will
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Welcome to The Magic Art of Homeschool! If you’re homeschooling a visual/spatial learner, get ready for a fun and creative journey. These kids thrive when they can see and imagine things clearly—they often excel in areas like art, design, and geometry. I’ve found that setting up the right environment can make all the difference. As
