During the Covid-19 period of emergency home-schooling, Christina Eastwood and I put together several months of free lessons for Christian home-educators. As these were well received, we thought that we would make them available permanently, and add to them (D.V.) until we have a free lesson for every day of the year. The result is a new website: |
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Sailing has four stages, starting from the very basics of sailing and some centres will take children from as young as 6, others 8. These courses are often taught in groups of 12, or very often you can book private courses, obviously at a higher price. Having said that, the benefits of a smaller group or one- to one cannot be underestimated as in a group of 12 the children share boats and so actually only get half the experience of actually being in charge of the boat, whereas one to one, obviously they get 100% of the opportunity, without the time wasting element that comes whenever a group of children get together!
There are RYA centres around the coastline in the UK - and abroad too.
See here for you nearest centre.
Water sports encourage resilience, courage, problem solving, patience, perseverance, endurance and much more!
If you are down near Eastbourne, either to live or on holiday, then I can recommend the Buzz Active centre down by Princes Park. Being a council run centre, the prices are somewhat cheaper than the private centres. They have a lovely lake for beginners or if the weather is rough and the sea for more challenge. The staff are very friendly. You don't have to book for a course, you can just book for a session, either a taster or a one off lesson for 1.5/2/3 hours. They do windsurfing, sailing and SUP (stand up paddle boarding).
If kayaking is more your thing, then their sister company operates down near the Seven Sisters Country Park.
See their website here for more information.
So what other options are there?
Please note here that if possible, English and Maths should be taken to at least GCSE standard (or Equiv. eg. American SAT).
Going straight into A levels, by passing GCSE's
This is a route taken by some, especially if their child excels in a particular subject. Their is a fairly limited range of A' level subjects though and they won't suit everybody.
Take American SAT tests instead of GCSE's/A levels:
This can be a basic English/Maths test, but their are some other subject SATS too.
This is a much cheaper option and there are families who have done this and their child got into University (currently around £85). Check with the University courses they are thinking of if University seems the route that will be taken - not all will accept the SAT on its own but there are subject SATS you can take as well.
he-exams.wikia.com/wiki/American_SATs_for_UK_University_entry
Preparation for the SATs is free with Khan Academy.
Find Alternative courses:
Find distance learning courses to start building up credits. They could do these alongside the American SAT in at least English and Maths.
Some have taken OU courses.
Chartered Institute for Logistics and Transport - offers a level 2 distance learning qualification which is available to home-educators and is equivalent to a GCSE: ideal for those interested in road/rail/ship/flight and passenger services.
Art Awards
Taking an apprenticeship.
Technology awards
Volunteering: The RSPB and other Wildlife Trust take volunteers under the age of 16. Enquire to your nearest trust.
RYA awards in water sports - sailing, surf boarding, etc..
Music qualifications.
Other work like gardening for the elderly
Setting up own business (crafting/woodwork/writing etc...)
Other Reading:
he-exams.wikia.com/wiki/Views_on_exams_from_academics_and_home-educated_young_people
he-exams.wikia.com/wiki/Alternative_Qualifications
Welcome!
After studying for an Early Years Specialism degree (B.Ed. Hons), and teaching in mainstream education, I home-educated my own children, after my husband and I were persuaded of the need to take responsibility for bringing up our children 'in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.' (Ephesians 6:4)
Our children are now grown and I help home-educating parents teach reading and writing, especially to those with special needs. Please contact me if you think I might be able to help you.
In addition I help my son to write the Nature Observations magazines and helping Chris Eastwood with her FREE Christian Home Education daily lessons.
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In this way I can continue to provide free resources.
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