Thinking about homeschooling… but secretly terrified you’ll get it wrong?

If you’re standing at the edge of homeschooling wondering What am I actually supposed to do all day?—this episode is for you. Justin and Kylie unpack what homeschooling really looks like once you ditch the school-at-home mindset and start building something that actually works for your child (and your sanity).

This isn’t about rigid schedules or perfect plans. It’s about slowing down, tuning in, and creating learning that fits real kids and real families.

KEY POINTS

• Why copying school at home almost always backfires
• The freedom (and relief) that comes from flexible structure
• The four principles that made homeschooling sustainable for their family
• Why community matters more than curriculum
• How knowing your why gets you through the hard days

QUOTE OF THE EPISODE

“Homeschooling isn’t about doing school at home. It’s about creating learning that actually fits your child.”

RESOURCES MENTIONED

• HappyFamilies.com.au
• Submitting a Tricky Question: podcasts@happyfamilies.com.au

ACTION STEPS FOR PARENTS

• Start slower than you think you need to
• Focus on connection before curriculum
• Find (or build) a homeschooling community early
• Let go of the idea that it has to look like school

Revisit your why on the hard days—it matters more than your plan