How iRead Africa Supports Your Homeschooling Program
Home schooling, also known as homeschooling or home education, is the practice of educating children at home rather than sending them to a traditional school. In Kenya, like in many other countries, home schooling is becoming increasingly popular as a viable alternative to traditional schooling. While there are many benefits to home schooling, there are also some risks that parents and guardians should be aware of before making the decision to homeschool their children.
One of the main benefits of home schooling in Kenya is the ability to tailor the education to the needs of the child. In a traditional school setting, children are often taught at the same pace and in the same way, regardless of their individual strengths and weaknesses. With home schooling, however, parents and guardians can tailor the education to their child’s unique needs, allowing them to learn at their own pace and in a way that is best suited to their learning style. This can lead to a more personalized and effective education for the child.
Another benefit of home schooling in Kenya is the ability to provide a safe and secure learning environment for the child. Traditional schools can be stressful and overwhelming for some children, and they may be at risk of bullying or other forms of violence. With home schooling, parents and guardians can create a safe and nurturing environment for their child to learn in, which can lead to better academic performance and overall well-being.
Home schooling can also allow parents to instill their own values and beliefs into the child’s education. It gives the opportunity for a more religious or moral education. This can be especially beneficial for parents who want to ensure that their child receives an education that is in line with their own beliefs and values.
However, there are also some risks associated with home schooling in Kenya. One of the main risks is the lack of socialization opportunities for the child. Traditional schools provide children with the opportunity to interact with their peers and learn how to work and communicate with others. Without this opportunity, children who are home schooled may struggle to develop important social skills.
Another risk of home schooling in Kenya is the lack of accountability for the education provided. In a traditional school setting, there are strict guidelines and regulations in place to ensure that children receive a quality education. With home schooling, however, there may be less oversight and accountability, which could lead to a subpar education for the child.
Lastly, Homeschooling might not prepare a child well for the job market and also may not be recognized by some universities, making it difficult for them to continue with higher education.
iRead Africa offers parents and guardians adopting homeschool for their children with quality and valuable support solutions that are designed to enhance the benefits of homeschooling while mitigating against the associated risks. First, we ensure that children in our homeschooling programs are enrolled into both curricula and extra curricula supervised groups optimized for social interactions between the children and their peers in the same age group and with similar interests while ensuring security. We also host supervised online and onsite events for the children in arts, sports, social science and STEM designed to provoke their interest in different subject matters and further support learning.
Iread Africa’s platform has guidelines that assist parents and guardians bring a sense of accountability to homeschooling. We have qualified and experienced teachers that provide online support to parents in the International Cambridge, 8-4-4 and CBC curricula. We are also in the process of developing our own learner centric curriculum customized to optimize learning for children. We shall communicate with parents and guardians once we have received approval from KICD.
Lastly, we provide consultancy and advisory services on next steps to help parents and guardians optimally structure their homeschooling programs in line with their objectives.
In conclusion, iRead Africa is at the forefront helping parents and guardians effectively implement home schooling as a valuable alternative to traditional schooling in Kenya by helping them tailor education to their child’s needs, and providing a safe learning environment with the capability of instilling personal values. It’s however, important for parents and guardians to carefully weigh everything before making a decision.