Aimee

No Schoolers

Kids EN ↓ 7 episodes

Welcome to "No Schoolers," the go-to podcast for exploring the adventures and challenges of home education, homeschooling, and unschooling in the UK. Hosted by two laid-back, open-minded mums, this show dives into the heart of alternative education methods, offering insights, inspiration, and a community for like-minded parents. Who We Are:We’re just two friends—myself, Aimee, a mom of three boys (ages 8, 5, and 2), and my co-host Clare, mother to a 5-year-old boy and a 2-year-old girl. Between school runs that don’t involve actual running to schools and our everyday learning adventures, we

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How do we afford to home educate? No Schoolers Podcast 07 21.07.2024 41:37

Welcome to Episode 7 of the No Schoolers Podcast ! In this episode, we delve into the financial aspects of home educating your children. From different income streams to finding affordable resources, we cover everything we do to manage our home education finances effectively In this episode, we cover: Income streams: We discuss the different ways we make money individually and as a family, and how...

How do we manage screen time and technology when home educating? Ep. 06 30.06.2024 46:43

Welcome to Episode 6 of the No Schoolers Podcast ! In this episode, we explore the dynamic role technology plays in home education. From the apps we use to managing screen time, join us as we share our insights and experiences. In this episode, we cover: Incorporating Tech : Hear stories about how we integrate technology into our teaching methods. Benefits and Drawbacks : We discuss the pros and c...

How do home educated kids socialise? | Unschoolers Ep. 5 19.06.2024 56:05

Episode 5: Handling Socialisation and Friendships in Home Education | No Schoolers Podcast 🌟 Welcome to another episode of the No Schoolers Podcast ! In Episode 5, we tackle one of the most common concerns in home education: socialisation. Join us as we dive into the ways we ensure our kids build meaningful friendships and navigate social landscapes. In this episode, we cover: Social Opportunitie...

Do we use rewards or celebrate milestones when home educating? No Schoolers Episode 4 02.06.2024 45:04

Welcome to Episode 4 of the No Schoolers Podcast! Join us as we reflect on the incredible journey of home educating our children, celebrating significant achievements and sharing stories of personal growth. In this episode, we explore: First Milestones: Celebrate with us as we recount the first significant milestones and how we mark these special moments Personal Growth : Hear heartfelt stories ab...

Managing Screen Time and How to Develop a Home Educating Routine That Works? 19.05.2024 41:06

Join us in this unexpectedly very heartfelt episode as we delve into the art and science of creating a home education routine that truly works for you and your kids. We share our personal experiences with trial and error in establishing daily schedules, the emotional and practical aspects of balancing life as both a parent and an educator, and how we keep our days engaging and fresh. _________ In...

What was our first year home educating really like, and advice to new home educators | Episode 2 No Schoolers 12.05.2024 38:00

n this one we go back and relive our first year home educating, exploring the ups, downs, and transformative moments of those first twelve months educating our children at home. In this episode, we unpack: Early Days: We recount those initial first few days and weeks of home education. From the challenges that took us by surprise to the unexpected joys. Father's Opinions: We remember what our part...

Why did we choose to home educate our kids? | Home Educating Podcast Ep 01 04.05.2024 38:39

Aimee and Clare get together for a casual chat about their home educating, unschooling and general parenting in the UK. Episode 1: Why We Chose Home Education - Our Backstories: the personal and educational backgrounds that led each of us to consider home education - The Decision Point: the specific moments or events that convinced us to start home educating - Initial Hopes and Fears: What were ou...