Studies have shown that sending your kids to school too early, increases their cortisol levels, and their need to fit in, and therefore decreases their confidence and their relationship to self. (according to Gordon Neufeld, Ph.D. and Gabor Maté, M.D).

Kids looking to their peers for direction, is not necessarily an ideal scenario. Social interaction happens inside the family and their social circle, as well as in our daily life when visiting the grocery store or a restaurant, or going on trips with cousins, and family friends.

Homeschoolers are not isolated from the world, yet this set up allows for young children to benefit from a layer protection provided by their parents’ values before they are ready to face social dichotomies that we will all be exposed to eventually.

Holistic Education means the curriculum goes beyond core academics. Holistic educators, often find hands-on lesson that can be applied to life directly, as well as skills that will stand the test of time.

Some of the most popular Holistic Education Institutions are Montessori and Waldorf.

The most popular Holistic Homeschooling Styles are the Unschooling method as well as the Charlotte Mason.

At HomeschoolToGo we combine elements from all mentioned above along with Bilingual Homeschooling.

Yes, you can homeschool in two languages it's called Bilingual Homeschooling. In this Homeschooling Format, you switch languages each day. It is possible if you speak both languages at home. If your child hears more English in his/her daily life, it is better to do most of the Homeschooling in Spanish and viceversa.

Yes, research shows that regardless of the level of education of their parents, , children who are homeschooled score above average in terms of psychological, academic, emotional and social development.

Yes, you can homeschool a child in English and Spanish, though every family and lifestyle has specific needs. The one-size-fits-all rule never applies to Homeschooling. More information on this can be found in our recent blog post How to Homeschool Billingually or by booking a consultation with one of our experts.

Our goal is to make your life easier by making sure you can get ALL of your homeschooling done in less than 10 hours per week. Homeschooling hours are not to be compared with regular school hours. You should not expect your child to sit behind a desk for more than 5 hours daily.

Studies show homeschooled students to be more successful in social, academic and emotional measures. According to NHERI , homeschooled children score in the 15% to 30% top percentile for standardized tests scores.

The average cost of Bilingual Homeschooling ranges from $1000 to $3500 per child in one school year. This includes the cost of curriculum, school essentials, fields trips, and extracurricular activities.

When both parents work, homeschooling can be more challenging yet not impossible by any means! Here are some options you may look at:

• Alternate homeschooling and work shifts between the two parents.

• Hire Attested child-care

• Choose some resources that your child can do on their own.

• Share the load with babysitters, grandparents, family friends.

• Gather a group of like-minded moms to create a Homeschooling Pod and alternate a group of children and the homes where they will homeschool.

• Hire help with household chores to free up some time for your child’s Education (30 min-2 hours per day for 4 days per week).

First and foremost, be aware of the fundamental requirements under your respective authority. Second, look for a curriculum that can be adjusted to your needs and values as a family. To get advice from HomeschoolToGo book watch virtual class and book an 1:1 interview here.

The number one requirement is that you care deeply about your child’s education. In most cases fulfilling this requirement will allow you to find your way.

Nowadays there are many educational resources and alternatives specifically designed to fit different needs. If you can find a way to make it fit into your family’s lifestyle, make it easy for yourself and fun for your children, chances are you are making the right choice for everyone involved.