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The Secret Power of Reading Aloud | Children’s Laureate Frank Cottrell-Boyce on Stories, Happiness & Child Development Are 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...

Homeschooling, Accreditation & Student-Led Learning | April Huard’s Homeschooling Journey Are 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, a...

In 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 homeschooli...

Are 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 pla...

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...

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...

In 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!...

In 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—...

In 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...

Homeschooling Works: Proven Benefits & Insights with David Hunt | Seatton Education Are 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...

Are 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 personali...

Curious 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 a...

Are 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 share...

In 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 solution...

Are 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 wi...

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...

Join 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, an...

Join 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 approa...

This 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 succ...

In 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...

In 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 ga...

In 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 ga...

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 f...

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 d...

An introduction to Seatton Education and our mission to make home education an achievable alternative to conventional schooling.