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my son has learning difficulties and i am considering home teaching rather than sending him 2 high school,does anyone have any experience or advice for me please, i am a little worried about him not having interaction with other children so thought he could just join lots more after school clubs and things like that

2007-07-20 05:51:07 · 23 answers · asked by lovebug 3 in Education & Reference Home Schooling

he has just slower than average learning abilities and has been assessed and they say he about 4 years behind his piers

2007-07-20 06:04:15 · update #1

thank you for answers so far i am thinking much the same

2007-07-20 06:05:07 · update #2

23 answers

I to have a son aged 9 years with learning problems.We decided last September to home educate as he just was not getting the amount of help he needed although he had a statement,which was not worth the paper it was wrote on.LEAS change the goal posts for specific types of help as and when it suites them,that is my opinion.

Where else where would your son get one to one support everyday in relation to his spefic needs.A big thing is always made about socialisation ,just let you son choose things he may like doing eg; sports clubs, drama or simple things as just mixing with other family members and local freinds which he may already have.My son is not a big mixer and likes his own company,even in school this was the case. Going shopping, going to the bank or post office things like that are all part of socialisation and it does not have to be with peers of the exact same age.

Home educating can be very tiring ,but is so rewarding when you can see how much your child has changed and is starting to learn at his own pace in a style of teaching that is tailored especially for him by his special parent.
Remember you do not have to be a teacher, you do not have to follow the national curicullim,he will be so much more relaxed and he will learn so much more.
Do not know if you have been in touch with the organisation EDUACTION OTHERWISE, we found these really helpful when deciding last year and they also talk about sociolisation.They also help you with how to de register your children from the UK school system.Home education has worked for us and I know of more people than ever with children with special needs that are deciding to take responsabilty for their childrens education.
You childs needs you to help him along the way with his education and he deserves the very best of attention.Good luck and I wish you all the best whatever your decision.

2007-07-20 08:23:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3 0

My son is dyslexic as well as highly gifted, and I homeschool him. In school, many of his teachers were unable or unwilling to work with him, and he wasn't doing nearly as well as he should have. He was younger when I brought him home, but there isn't really an age limit for when to start homeschooling. He's now starting 5th grade.

Since coming home, he is doing beautifully. He is at grade level in language arts - which is his weak point - and well above grade level in most other subjects. I can allow him accomodations, like typing a paper for him while he dictates, while giving him any remediation or extra instruction he needs.

I would really recommend homeschooling him; obviously, if he's 4 years behind, school hasn't done much for him up till now. You can tailor his curriculum toward his strengths while helping him build his weaknesses, and he wouldn't have the distractions or drama that go with public school.

As for social interaction, there are tons of opportunities; google your city, town, or part of the state and "homeschool support group" and you'll probably find some great groups. Through these groups, there are co op classes that he can take, field trips, game nights, high school party nights, things like that. There are also plenty of sports opportunities open to homeschoolers, as well as plenty of other opportunities. Homeschool doesn't mean he sits home and becomes a hermit, it means that you have the final say over what he learns, when, how, and from who.

It may just be what he needs. Give it a try!

2007-07-20 06:15:09 · answer #2 · answered by hsmomlovinit 7 · 8 0

Sometimes children in a public school environment seem to be slow learners when they really aren't.
Your son might just need a little extra attention when he's having trouble in a class. Most teachers can't help a struggling student, because they have so many others that they have to shuffle on to the next grade level.
It could be that your son just needs a more personalized learning experience to catch up to (and maybe even surpass) his peers.
Also, socialization is not an issue. Many places have a local group of home school families that meet regularly so the kids can just hang out. Ask your local librarian - many home school families are regulars.

2007-07-20 09:46:37 · answer #3 · answered by Chaotika 2 · 6 0

I forced my children to go to public school. They were having trouble academically and I think one of them had an undiagnosed learning disability. I will go to my grave regretting that decision. They all have a lousy education and bear the scars of all bullying. Fortunately they were not into drugs and teen pregnancy like their more popular peers. I did not know I had a choice and at that time I probably didn't. Public school just takes the kid in at one end and pushes them out the other and whether they learn anything is incidental. I am homeschooling my younger children, one who has learning difficulties and I would not send her to school for anything. Your son may have learning difficulties but I bet you he is developing self esteem issues as well, he is just a child and he is developing his sense of self, how he sees himself now may effect him for life. Children who do not fit in with the norm for any reason are frequently bullied, not only by the kids but by the teacher too. If your son is even half way interested and you feel up to it I'm sure you will never regret it. Your son will probably blossom at home and you can make him his own individual education plan so he can excel in the areas that interest him. I have already decided that my daughter will never be a mathematician but she may become a great author!

2007-07-20 10:25:17 · answer #4 · answered by Gypsy 5 · 5 0

Whether or not you enjoy being homeschooling totally depends on not only you, the student, but also your teacher, usually parents. Some students really benefit from having the one on one attention that homeschooling offers, but others have trouble focusing on schoolwork at home. I suggest that you MAKE homeschooling fun. Make your education a priority; take advantage of every day. When you finish next year (or however many years you homeschool) you won't have to suffer from not having a proper education. My younger brother is homeschooled this year, and doesn't particularly like being away from his friends during school, but he just tries to focus on his schoolwork and usually gets done early! You could become involved in some extra activities to keep from getting bored and to make new friends. Most libraries have teen reading clubs, some have free concerts and plays, etc. Good luck :)

2016-05-18 03:22:00 · answer #5 · answered by nikki 3 · 0 0

It depends on the child. My sister did better in public school then home schooling because of the extra resources they have available. My Sister had a comprehension problem. I have a friend who has dyslexia. She did better home schooling. I have another friend who tried homeschooling but needed the extra resources and help that a public school has due to government funds. You may find that the Public High School has an independent study program where the student comes in once a week to meet with the teacher. If they do I would suggest you contact the department head and ask him or her there opioion . Another thing to consider is time. It takes about 5 hours a day for a seventh grader to accomplish daily tasks using one school program.

2007-07-20 11:53:50 · answer #6 · answered by syvi2ev 3 · 1 1

I am on the other side of homeschooling three kids. 2 of which have never been to high school and are now graduated from college.

It was a good thing. my daughter graduated at the age of 21 from college with a bio medical degree and will be a registered nurse very soon. my son is doing well. my other daughter we decided to send to high school. she is a social butterfly and loves it.

make sure you know your kids best learning needs and then you will decide if homeschooling is right. if you have any doubts, err on the side of homeschooling -- you can always send them back to private or public school if they or you cannot adjust.

2007-07-22 06:46:16 · answer #7 · answered by Joey Michaels 4 · 0 0

Homeschooling is a good thing for this situation I believe because you can help him learn at his own speed not the speed of other students. You can join a support group & he will get the friends & interaction he needs.
I have homeschooled for 7 years now & I love it & my children tell everyone that asks where do you go to school? They proudly say we are homeschooled.

2007-07-21 00:58:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2 0

My son took the standardized test, CAT, 7 months after beginning home school in the 8th grade. His second CAT test was done 14 months after starting home school. His overall grade equivalent score raised 2 grade levels. His greatest improvement was in the reading comprehension.
This is a student who did not qualify for an IEP in school because he was 'performing at his ability'. The teachers all agreed that he did better in tutoring situations and small classes. We could not afford tutoring and it was more a more efficient use of our time to teach him than to send him to school all day and then help him at night.
I'm not sure about the social aspect for your son. I know that my son makes his own plans for activities. We seldom say 'no' to providing transportation. He is very outgoing and makes friends easily.
We could not do this when he was in public school. He had no after school social life because he was doing homework and trying to understand what he missed while he was being social during class. Home school has put his scholastic in one compartment and social in another. This works better for us.

2007-07-20 06:56:39 · answer #9 · answered by Janis B 5 · 6 0

I would think he would learn better with one on one. Then he doesn't have to try to keep up with the rest of the class, he can learn at his own pace. If he doesn't get it, stick with it till he does. If he does get it, move on to the next thing. Homeschooling offers so much flexibility that cannot be matched in a traditional classroom setting.

2007-07-20 20:12:32 · answer #10 · answered by ? 3 · 1 0

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