Both homeschooling and traditional schooling have their advantages and disadvantages. Homeschooling offers more flexibility, the ability to focus on interests, and cost-effectiveness, improved self esteem, while traditional schooling offers a standardized curriculum, and access to a wider variety of resources and facilities.

I encourage parents to carefully consider these 15 must-know facts, as well as the needs and the ages of their children before making a decision about which educational option is best for their child and ultimately for the whole family.