How much should we do each day?

Choose what works for your children. Simply Homeschool is a smorgasbord - you don't need to eat everything every day!!

Some suggestions for various Grades:

• Grades K-2: 30mins to 1hr per day 3-4 days per week
• Grades 3-5: 1-1.5hrs per day
• Grades 6-8: 1.5-2.5 hours per day
• Grades 9+: 2-3.5 hours per day

Some Organisational Suggestions:

• English, Maths + one Core - Each day do some English, some Maths, and one more subject
• Make a timetable including all your 'out' activities, then fit your Lessons in around these
• Take turns to choose activities - parent/child
• Do what works and change it when it doesn't work. Your kids grow and change and each child is different.
• You'll probably need to alter your approach many times before you find your sweet spot.

Two important things:

1. Your child will learn when their mind and body are engaged and motivated. If something is interesting to them, focus on that - it's more efficient.
2. Flow matters - once you're engaged in something, there's a depth of learning beyond box ticking. For example, if your child is engaged in a maths activity, don't stop them to start English - let them stay engaged until their mind is tired and they need a break. Then take a break - include sunlight, food, water, and physical activity.