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Seatton Education024: Children’s Laureate on why children need storiesThe Secret Power of Reading Aloud | Children’s Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce on Stories, Happiness & Child DevelopmentAre you thinking about homeschooling or looking for ways to enrich your child’s education at home? In this powerful episode of Seatton Education, we sit down with Frank Cottrell-Boyce, British Children’s Laureate, award-winning writer and homeschooling father, to explore the life-changing benefits of storytelling and reading aloud.Discover how fiction and shared reading can transform your child’s emotional well-being, brain development, and literacy skills. Frank reveals insights from neuroscience on how reading to young children slows down the...
2025-03-2924 minSeatton Education023: Homeschooling, Accreditation & Student-Led LearningHomeschooling, Accreditation & Student-Led Learning | April Huard’s Homeschooling JourneyAre you thinking about homeschooling but worried about accreditation, college admissions, or how to transition from school to home education? In this episode, Victoria from Seatton Education sits down with April Huard, Director of Education at Clonlara School, to talk about homeschooling, accreditation, and student-led learning.April shares her personal journey into home education, explaining why she left mainstream education to embrace a more flexible, student-driven approach. She dives into how accreditation impacts homeschoolers, whether it’s necessary for college admissions, and what parents need to know...
2025-03-1317 minSeatton Education022: Husband and wife on home educating their childrenIn this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria Seatton sits down with David and Sandra Snoke, a homeschooling couple with over 40 years of experience teaching their four children at home in the United States.David, a Distinguished Professor of Physics, and wife Sandra share why they chose to homeschool in the 1980s and how it transformed their family. They discuss the benefits of homeschooling, including personalized learning, social growth, flexible schedules, and homeschool co-ops.If you’re wondering how to start homeschooling, how to create a homeschool curriculum tailored to your child’s needs, or how...
2025-02-2634 minSeatton Education021: The power of attachment, rest and playAre you considering home education but unsure if it’s the right choice for your child? In the latest episode of Seatton Education, Victoria sits down with Tamara Strijack, the Academic Dean of the Neufeld Institute, to explore the benefits of homeschooling and how it supports child development.Tamara explains the principles of attachment-based learning, comparing a child’s growth to that of a plant needing the right conditions—connection, rest, and play—to flourish. She highlights how conventional schooling can sometimes create stress and anxiety, preventing children from reaching their full potential. In contrast, homeschooling offers a flexible, nurturin...
2025-02-2034 minSeatton Education020: You do not lose your identity, mama!In this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria Hebbert dives deep into the realities of home education with experienced homeschool mother Jan Smith. Jan began homeschooling her four children in 1989 and shares powerful insights on the benefits, challenges, and life-changing impact of homeschooling.Discover practical homeschooling advice for parents, including time management tips, creating a strong family culture, and balancing home education with personal time. Jan also tackles common concerns like losing career identity, financial worries, and socialisation myths, offering reassurance that homeschooling can be both achievable and rewarding.If you’re a parent exploring ho...
2025-02-1325 minSeatton Education019: Give them their childhood backIn this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria Hebbert dives deep into the realities of home education with experienced homeschool mother Jan Smith. Jan began homeschooling her four children in 1989 and shares powerful insights on the benefits, challenges, and life-changing impact of homeschooling.Discover practical homeschooling advice for parents, including time management tips, creating a strong family culture, and balancing home education with personal time. Jan also tackles common concerns like losing career identity, financial worries, and socialisation myths, offering reassurance that homeschooling can be both achievable and rewarding.If you’re a parent exploring ho...
2025-02-0524 minSeatton Education018: How home educators can teach foreign languagesIn this episode of Seatton Education, Victoria dives deep into the world of bilingual education with Margot Lossouarn, a French language educator with nearly 30 years of experience. Whether you're just starting your homeschooling journey or exploring the benefits of home education, this video is packed with strategies to help your child learn a second language—no matter your level of fluency!
2025-01-3016 minSeatton Education017: UK lobbyist on parental authority and education policyIn the latest episode of the Seatton Education podcast, host Victoria sits down with a veteran campaigner for families’ educational rights to discuss the growing trend of home education in the UK.This insightful conversation challenges the misconceptions surrounding homeschooling, emphasizing that it’s not just about online lessons or hiring tutors. Instead, the focus is on family-based learning—an approach that often takes place beyond the home, fostering real-world skills and stronger family connections.The episode also dives into the external pressures facing modern families, including fiscal policies pushing both parents into the workforce and increa...
2025-01-2126 minSeatton Education016: Home education: best tool for strong family bondsIn this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, Victoria sits down with Jenni Cassidy, an inspiring mother of seven and co-founder of Dumb Ox Learning, who has been successfully homeschooling her children for over 20 years. 🌟Jenni discusses the motivations behind choosing homeschooling, the challenges and joys she faced, and how it shaped her family's culture. They also delve into details about the classical education approach, using the American high school diploma system, and the benefits of tailored learning. Learn how Jenni and her community adapted an American curriculum for their needs and founded Dumb Ox...
2025-01-1533 minSeatton Education015: Homeschooling works: data from largest graduate surveyHomeschooling Works: Proven Benefits & Insights with David Hunt | Seatton EducationAre you considering homeschooling or just starting your home education journey? In this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria dives deep into the world of homeschooling with David Hunt, Research Director at the Aristotle Foundation for Public Policy. David shares groundbreaking insights from his research on various education models, with a special focus on homeschooling. Discover how homeschooling leads to incredible outcomes, such as fostering entrepreneurial skills, building strong family bonds, and enhancing community engagement among graduates.David also provides a personal perspective, reflecting on...
2025-01-0834 minSeatton Education014: Homeschooling gave me so many opportunitiesAre you curious about homeschooling or wondering how to start home educating your children? In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, Victoria interviews Reham Zia, an environmental science professional and former homeschooler, who shares her inspiring journey from traditional schooling to being homeschooled from middle school through high school. Reham reveals how her mother’s personalised approach to hands-on learning helped her thrive academically and personally. She discusses the pivotal role of family values and support in her homeschool experience and how it shaped her lifelong love of learning. From exploring diverse subjects to...
2024-12-1830 minSeatton Education013: University professor: was homeschooled, will homeschoolCurious about homeschooling and socialization / socialisation? In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria interviews Justin McGeary, a university professor from the United States who was homeschooled and plans to homeschool his own children. Discover Justin’s inspiring journey from being home educated to excelling in academia, and why he believes homeschooling is a powerful and viable educational choice.This video addresses the common question: “Do homeschooled children develop good social skills?” Justin shares his firsthand experience, debunking myths about homeschool socialisation. Learn how homeschooling can foster rich interactions across all age groups, encourage versatile social...
2024-12-1127 minSeatton Education012: Former headteacher home educates her own childrenAre you considering homeschooling but unsure where to start? In this inspiring episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria interviews Rachel McGregor, a former primary school teacher and headteacher who made the life-changing decision to quit teaching to home educate her children. Having trained at the University of Cambridge and having years of experience leading schools, Rachel shares her journey from traditional education to creating a personalised, nature-based learning environment for her family.Rachel discusses the challenges of conventional schooling, including Ofsted inspections, limited teacher autonomy, and the lack of individualised learning opportunities. Disenchanted by the...
2024-12-0424 minSeatton Education011: From Corporate Banker to Homeschooling MumIn this inspiring episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria dives into the transformative journey of Sameera, a homeschooling mother of four from the United Arab Emirates. Discover how Sameera transitioned from a thriving corporate banking career to embracing the freedom and flexibility of home education. She shares her insights on overcoming challenges, finding personalised solutions with Clonlara, and navigating the UAE’s unique educational landscape. Sameera also discusses the deep family bonds formed through homeschooling, the educational paths of her children, and her mission to support Urdu-speaking families via her YouTube channel. Packed with real-life experiences and ex...
2024-11-2930 minSeatton Education010: Practical tips for home educating multiple kidsAre you navigating the challenges of home educating multiple kids? In this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria sits down with Sheri Renno, a homeschooling mother of ten and the founder of Our Life Homeschooling, to share practical tips for homeschooling multiple children of different ages. Whether you're a new homeschool parent or considering making the switch, this video is packed with insights to help you create a successful and stress-free homeschool environment. Sheri reveals her strategies for managing household tasks, balancing individual learning needs, and incorporating Christian values into daily education. Learn how t...
2024-11-2031 minSeatton Education009: How can I teach my child to read with phonics?Are you wondering, “How can I teach my child to read with phonics?” In this episode of Seatton Education, host Victoria dives into home education essentials with the founder of Reading Roots, Miss Mabel (aka Claire Smith), an experienced phonics educator. This video is packed with practical, easy-to-follow strategies for teaching your child to read at home using phonics—perfect for parents who are new to homeschooling or just exploring home education as an option.With 15 years of experience, Claire breaks down the basics of systematic synthetic phonics, an effective approach that links letters and so...
2024-11-1325 minSeatton Education008: Secrets of homeschool success from a veteran home educatorJoin Victoria in this episode of the Seatton Education podcast as she interviews Beverly Huebner, a Canadian mother who homeschooled her children from kindergarten through to grade 12. Beverly shares her experiences, challenges, and triumphs in home education over the years. She discusses the developmental needs of her son, the homeschooling dynamics within her family, support from her husband, and the socialisation/socialization of their children. Beverly also reflects on how home education has impacted her children's lives and provides insights into how her daughter continues the homeschooling tradition with her own children.
2024-11-0625 minSeatton Education007: Teenagers who were happy talking to adultsJoin us in this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast as Victoria interviews Helen Harrold, co-founder of Dumb Ox Learning. Discover insights into various educational paths for homeschool children, focusing on the American High School Diploma, SAT, and AP exams. Helen shares her personal homeschooling journey and contrasts it with traditional schooling, explaining the benefits and unique approaches to home education. Learn how families can collaboratively teach subjects and navigate university admissions, including the pathways to acceptance by UK universities. Helen also discusses the advantages of choosing AP exams over A levels for British universities, the flexibility they offer...
2024-10-3025 minSeatton Education006: In institutional education, your child is with strangers for 30+ hours a weekThis episode of the Seatton Education podcast delves into the advantages and challenges of home education, contrasted with the downsides of conventional schooling. Russ quotes Dr. Gordon Neufeld, a psychologist, who highlights the importance of parents being the primary influence in their children's lives, which traditional schools often hinder. Benefits of homeschooling such as academic success, personalised learning, flexibility, and time efficiency are also discussed. Russ tackles common homeschool concerns such as socialisation, suggesting that careful exposure to appropriate experiences leads to stronger family bonds and healthier relationships. Personal anecdotes showcase the development of communication and networking skills in...
2024-10-2617 minSeatton Education005: Government minister homeschools his childrenIn this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria interviews Russ Hiebert, a former Canadian Member of Parliament and homeschooling father. They explore Russ's transition from politics to prioritising family, and his family's experience with homeschooling in British Columbia, where educational freedom is supported by governmental policies. Russ emphasises the advantages of personalised learning tailored to individual needs, highlighting research that shows home-educated students outperforming their conventionally schooled peers both academically and socially. The discussion also addresses common misconceptions about homeschooling and considers some of the shortcomings of mainstream education.
2024-10-2313 minSeatton Education004: My parents were guides not teachersIn this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria sits down with Thomas Curto, a recent homeschool graduate from Italy, to discuss his unique journey. Thomas shares insights into his 12-year home education experience, emphasising the role of family collaboration and the enriching benefits of flexible learning. He talks about his passion for dance, his transition to university, and gaining self-discipline and a love for learning. They address common misconceptions about homeschooling socialisation and discuss Thomas's aspirations in the tech world. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how homeschooling can offer a distinct and fulfilling educational path.
2024-10-1915 minSeatton Education003: Parents and kids are not spending enough time togetherIn this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria sits down with Thomas Curto, a recent homeschool graduate from Italy, to discuss his unique journey. Thomas shares insights into his 12-year home education experience, emphasising the role of family collaboration and the enriching benefits of flexible learning. He talks about his passion for dance, his transition to university, and gaining self-discipline and a love for learning. They address common misconceptions about homeschooling socialisation and discuss Thomas's aspirations in the tech world. Tune in for an inspiring discussion on how homeschooling can offer a distinct and fulfilling educational path.
2024-10-1614 minSeatton Education002: Who is responsible for our children: parents or governments?In this episode of the Seatton Education Podcast, host Victoria welcomes Gerald Huebner, Chair of the Global Home Education Exchange. They discuss homeschooling globally, exploring its legality, societal views, and the challenges parents face. Gerald shares insights from countries where homeschooling is illegal, such as Germany, and highlights the diverse motivations and methods of homeschooling families across the world. He emphasises the importance of parental choice in education and the role of governments. Join the conversation to understand how home education can serve as a viable alternative to traditional schooling.
2024-10-0731 minSeatton Education001: ‘It’s an important career choice’In this episode, a mother shares her experiences, practical tips and thoughts on homeschooling. She discusses the importance of respecting the choice to stay home and educate children, viewing it as a significant career path. Despite potential criticism, she highlights the short-term nature of this investment and the long-term contributions her children will make to society. With her 18-year-old daughter already excelling in post-secondary education, she reflects on the fulfilling journey and the future opportunities that lie ahead.
2024-09-3034 minSeatton EducationWelcome to Seatton EducationAn introduction to Seatton Education and our mission to make home education an achievable alternative to conventional schooling.
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