Christians, do you believe it is better to home school children nowadays?

Answer 1

Yes and no. I for sure agree that kids learn a lot of bad things in public schools. There is a lot of sexual conversation and a lot of peer pressure for drugs and alcohol. On the other hand, I believe the majority of homeschooled children are not gaining a valuable education because I find it hard to believe that a parent or private teacher knows each subject in such detail. ie: in high school the teacher studies ONE subject area such as music, Spanish, math, etc. And for that teacher to be a specialist in so many areas. Maybe if she/he knows their math stuff it is easy to read about science, history, etc. But, more than likely the student is loosing out on foreign language or other arts. So it's a matter of do you want your kid to grow up right or get into college? Or if the child is raised right, he will see and hear bad things in public school but will choose the right path.

Answer 2

I've taught for over 20 years and I've seen some folks do an excellent job with home schooling their children. But the majority of children home schooled that I've seen are often far behind those in traditional classrooms. In most cases, I would say it would be to the child's benefit to attend a private or public school that is known for it's solid curriculum. However, if your local schools are poor, I know exactly what I would do: I'd move! I would not home school. I simply can't earn a living for my family and also teach them for 7 hours a day.

Answer 3

Not necessarily. A lot depends on the personality and learning styles of the child. I'm educated, and *could* home-school, but I choose not to. I do, however, have my son in a Christian school and plan on him staying there through grade school at least. I'm just not creative enough to home-school. I want him to be exposed to more than I can give him alone. Some people are great homeschoolers though. My son was a stay-home kid through the toddler years and I felt he lacked the social skills found in schooled children.

Answer 4

I'll go with yes. For one thing I'm not sure where you are or of the school systems in your area but where we live they no longer send school texts books home.That's a problem i don't know what is being taught in there school it may be something i would prefer to teach my child. The other is over crowding of schools and distractions. The school has a time frame to get through the curriculum and if your child doesn't get it they fall through the cracks. That is also a problem for me. I have worked with an educational institution and this seems to be a growing concern for all parents. The last thing is this I am in favor of prayer in school. With the things going on know i would feel allot better knowing that my child is safe with me. What i can not teach my child for whatever reason they will go to Sylvan.

Answer 5

Yes. As a Christian and home schooled child, I believe that home school is the best way. Many people will and have said that it isn't good for you're child like some of the previous ones, however they're wrong. I thank God for home schooling. I've never spent one second in the public school.
We home schooled people should take what ever they say as an insult because we know what we're capable of.

Answer 6

Despite the belief held by educators and the general public, homeschooling does not turn out socially retarded and academically inferior students. If the previous posters looked at the statisitcs they would know that they are completely wrong. Homeschooled children actually fair better in life. Drug/alcohol abuse, teen pregnancy and crime are virtually non-existant in homeschool families.
Homeschooled students are well respected and accepted by most colleges and all research in the social development areas of homeschooled children show that they have a better self image and relate to peers and others in a more positive way.

Answer 7

NO - Christians are to "go out into the world" to baptize the nations, not huddle within the security of the four walls of their house. They'll learn a lot of good stuff at school and learn how to get along with people who are different from them (although you would be well advised to reinforce the beliefs you want your children to hold when they come home each day).

Answer 8

I think home schooling is great, but there are some cons too... such as a major "culture" shock when the child eventually reaches college or even highschool (and the "real" world). Whatever the case may be. I was home schooled for 6 years and when I went to highschool, It was a huge step for me not academically, but socially. Just make sure the child is made aware of what is happening outside of their sheltered home.

Answer 9

No. "Be in the world, not of the world". Make a financial committment to send your children to a private Christian school. That way, the environment will be what you want for your kids, and the children will learn the vital social skills that don't come with homeschooling.
I turned out fine- I'm Pre-Med. :)

Answer 10

I think it's unfair to say it's "better". It depends on so many factors that there is no universal "better".

Depends on the kids,

the school systems available
(public, private, parochial)

the parents and their ability to learn/teach

parents' income...

There is no one right answer. Christians should be charitable toward everyone trying to make a good decision.

(Although the opposition toward homeschooling here goes against ALL evidence. So sad to see it still being bashed. Guess that pesky thing called "freedom" still bothers alot of people.)