How can i be taken seriously about homeschooling?

Question

Whenever i ask my dad can i be homeschooled or i want to be homeschooled he allways goes noo as if im jokin.. when im not. I sort of get bullied by the way i look. I see people talk about me behind my back about my looks an i recentally got a bob which doesnt look good on me at all and i know ill get bullied probably even more when i go back because of it. Im scared of what looks ill get. I dnt knw what to do in situations like that :[ I Just want to be homeschooled by my dad. My dad owns a small buisness along with others and is 55 and said that he is starting to slow down and that could mean he could take a few hours of a day to teach me. When my dad isn't at home with me i could teach myself. Im 14 and last year my attendance wasn't very good because there were times when i got so stressed or scared of going to school id say i was ill when i wasn't i feel really bad about it and i want to do good at school. Just want to be taught differently as i feel the way im being taught isn't the way i should learn. If you know what i mean. How do i approch my dad about this matter in a seriouse way. And how would we approuch the school? Would i need a reason such as bullying to be taken out of school or could my dad just say he wants to take me out of school to homeschool me? How does homeschooling work? Can a parent teach or do i need a tutor? Because i would prefer my dad teaching me say 60% of the time then me the 40% of the time when he isn't there and ill teach my self via books or i've herd computer teaching? I'm 14 and i think that if i get homeschooled it will also actually make me want to go and spend more time with my friends at the weekend as i am rather anti-social even around my friends. Thank you guys for helping me! [; Oh and do u think that homeschooling is good for someone like me in this situation?

Answer 1

I'd say that homeschooling should be done as a last resort. It would quite probably put a strain on your Dad, and as he's starting to slow down that might be the last thing he wants, though if homeschooling was the last option I'd hope he would do it!

There are a few other options to consider. Firstly, sorting out the bullying at school. Talk to teachers/counsellors and maybe the bullies about it! Perhaps the other kids don't know how much it's getting to you. Also try and ask for help from some of the people who might only be half picking on your because other people are doing it, bring people round to your side! This happened to me a few years back, it was only a couple of people behind it, no-one else particularly wanted to do it and I made friends with most of them, and the bullies got sorted out by staff!

If that fails, then you might also consider switching schools for a fresh start. That would be simpler than being homeschooled, and also would still provide you with friends and the general school experience which is a valuable part of growing up!

I would try these before asking to be homeschooled, and if you exhaust those options then maybe it'll be the only way.  

Answer 2

The law in England is very simple.

Section 7 of the Education Act 1996:

"The parent of every child of compulsory school age shall cause him to receive efficient full-time education suitable:

(a) to his age, ability and aptitude, and

(b) to any special educational needs he may have, either by regular attendance at school or otherwise"

'Otherwise' includes home education. Your father doesn't need to give a reason or in any way 'justify' pulling you out of school. He TELLS them, he doesn't ask. He's responsible for your education, not the state, not the LA, certainly not any school.

Sit your dad down and explain to him how unhappy you are at school and that you've been researching Home Education and think it would be a better solution for you. Before you do that make sure you've done that research, take a look at the links below. Also have a think about what you want to achieve. 10 GCSEs, a law degree, professional artist, baker, police officer, whatever, just have a goal in mind and an idea of what you need to get there so that your dad can see that you've given it serious thought and are responsible enough to carry it through. It's your life and at 14 I think you're old enough to take on the burden of deciding what to do with it.

Answer 3

Hi Sarah first you should tell someone about you problem at school most likely a teacher or a school councillor if you have one if this doesn't work tell your dad and he will tell your principle

second your dad is not insulting you he thinks home schooling isn't practical he has a small business and if you live in San Andreas the economies not so good so he need to earn every $ to avoid foreclosure and  pay for Gas for his van or truck  

Answer 4

I'm so sorry you are in this situation...your predicament is exactly why I am loking into homeschooling my own children. Why don't you get your Dad to read your question on here and the answers you get? If you cannot do that I suggest you go and see your doctor...you can make an appointment at 14 and go alone...tell the doctor everything....it is very easy to come out of school...you shouldnt even worry about that. It basically involves your Dad writing to the school and informing them...it is every parents right to teach at home...no laws hold you there. Maybe you haven't let your Dad know how much the bullying is getting to you? You need to let him know. He is busy etc...you should get online and research the facts...google "homeschooling UK" if thats where you are for advice and show him the facts.

Answer 5

I would write a letter to you dad. I would try to state facts and be respectful. He is on your team. Here's an article that will give you tips about talking to your dad about homeschooling. Do your homework and learn as much as possible so that he can see you are serious. http://virtualonlineschool.blogspot.com/

If he still says no-tell him you will need some help dealing with the drama at school. If he still doesn't get it, talk to a counselor at school. I'm so sorry.

You don't need a reason to homeschool legally. It's up to your parents.

http://canihomeschool.blogspot.com/

Best of Luck!

Jana

http://www.purehomeschooling.com/