Shuddering to think that this alarming statistic is only from two of South Africa’s nine provinces, stresses the magnitude of our current education systems status on the 2018 placement setback. This however is only one of the many reasons South African parents have consciously chosen to find new and innovative modes of education to impart knowledge to their children.
One such option which has been growing in popularity is home schooling. Home schooling, a traditional North American phenomenon affords the parent or guardian complete control and the responsibility of the children’s education from the comfort of their own home.
According to Educational Consultant, Karin van Oostrum, an estimated 50,000 to 100,000 children from grade R to matric are home-schooled across the country. Home schooling, as with private institutions for example, offer personalised attention to the child, allowing the child to work on his/her own at his/her own pace. She added that home schooled children are entering university and the workplace in increasing numbers.
Anel Annandale, a Cape Town child psychologist stated in a YOU article that children who are home schooled often learn to take greater responsibility for their own learning and training schedule. She also went on to say that, it gives the child flexibility and allows the child to plan extra activities and interests, around their schoolwork.
One of the challenges with being home schooled, however, is the transition from being an independent learner up until secondary school, up until its times for the child to pursue a tertiary qualification. From working on their own to becoming accustomed to engaging and learning with other students, may be challenging for the student.
However, options for tertiary education that may seem easier for the child to get used to, such as private high education institutions. With smaller classes and opportunities for one-on-one student-lecturer interaction, the home schooled child will not find the move very compromising to their educational ethic and structure. Private institutions, much like home schooling ensures that the child is guided through their studies with the help of the lecturer of academic advisors.
Institutions such as Damelin Correspondence College provides home-schoolers the full Grade 10 – 12 curriculum that will make studying on their own easier. Damelin Correspondence College provides the child with the necessary study material and guidance required for them to complete their qualification from the comfort of their own home. The parents and guardians are also kept well informed of their child’s progress through the means of frequent communication. This way, both the child and the parent or guardian will not feel disconnected from the educational process.
One of the key benefits of pursuing matric through Damelin Correspondence College is that upon completion of one’s National Senior Certificate exams, the student is afforded the chance to continue with a post-matric qualification. This could range from Diplomas, Certificates or Short Courses.
The revolution of home schooling is constantly evolving, offering a number of parents the chance to take their child’s education into their own hands. It is therefore imperative that there is a clear plan mapped out for the child’s progress from secondary into tertiary. Should you require more information on the options for your home-schooled child at a private institution contact a student advisor who will provide you all the information you need to know about your child’s educational journey.
For more information on Damelin Correspondence College and its High School options, visit www.dcc.edu.za
