When moving homes means changing schools again, and again... and again(!!) it can be hard for children to feel a true sense of belonging within a school community.

With this being an ongoing experience for some of the Coulson kids, a momentous decision has been made to break away from mainstream education!

And on this path to new beginnings, Justin experiences a break of a different kind - rather more painful, and nothing short of miraculous!



Topic's discussed in this episode:
Australia's educational system 
The 3 basic psychological needs of every child - what happens when these are not being met at school?
Educational lessons learned during the Covid lockdowns
Homeschooling 
When children struggle with emotional regulation and attention at school
Becoming grandparents
Holidays, surfing, and the power of slowing down
Challenging days and changing direction
Moving? How to help your child settle into a new school - a Happy Families article
School refusal - a Happy Families article 





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When moving homes means changing schools again, and again... and again(!!) it can be hard for children to feel a true sense of belonging within a school community.
With this being an ongoing experience for some of the Coulson kids, a momentous decision has been made to break away from mainstream education!
And on this path to new beginnings, Justin experiences a break of a different kind - rather more painful, and nothing short of miraculous!
 
Topic's discussed in this episode:
<ul>
<li>Australia's educational system </li>
<li>The 3 basic psychological needs of every child - what happens when these are not being met at school?</li>
<li>Educational lessons learned during the Covid lockdowns</li>
<li>Homeschooling </li>
<li>When children struggle with emotional regulation and attention at school</li>
<li>Becoming grandparents</li>
<li>Holidays, surfing, and the power of slowing down</li>
<li>Challenging days and changing direction</li>
<li><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/articles/moving-how-to-help-your-child-settle-into-a-new-school">Moving? How to help your child settle into a new school</a> - a Happy Families article</li>
<li><a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/articles/school-refusal">School refusal</a> - a Happy Families article </li>
</ul>
 
 
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Find us on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/happyfamilies.au/">Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families</a>
Become a Happy Families member today - <a href="https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/membership/parents">Happy Families Membership</a>
Email us your questions and comments at <a href="mailto:podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au">podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au</a>

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy Families Podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now. Every day Justin and his wife Kylie provide practical tips and a common sense approach to parenting that Mums and Dads all over the world are connecting with. Justin and Kylie have 6 daughters and they regularly share their experiences of managing a busy household filled with lots of challenges and plenty of happiness. For real and practicable advice from people who understand and appreciate the challenges of a time poor parent, listen to Justin and Kylie and help make your family happier.

The Happy families podcast with Dr. Justin Coulson is designed for the time poor parent who just wants answers now.

Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families

#864 Surf's Up & School's Out

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