How to Home Educate in Queensland - Australian Homeschool

Summary

This video provides a comprehensive guide to homeschooling in Queensland, focusing on the registration process and requirements. Sarah Bovey explains the difference between provisional and standard registration, detailing what’s needed for each. She walks through the steps for submitting an educational program plan, the progress report request after several months, and how to stay compliant with the Home Education Unit (HEU). The video emphasizes the flexibility of homeschooling in Queensland, allowing families to choose various educational philosophies while still ensuring a high-quality education for their children.

Takeaways

• 😀 Homeschooling in Queensland requires registration with the Home Education Unit (HEU) under the State education authority.
• 😀 There are two types of registration: provisional registration (lasting 60 days) and standard registration (for long-term homeschooling).
• 😀 To register, you need to submit an educational program outline for the upcoming year.
• 😀 After about 9-10 months of homeschooling, the HEU will request a progress report to assess your child's education progress.
• 😀 The progress report doesn't need to be perfect. It should simply show what you’ve done, why certain parts may not have been covered, and how it's benefiting your child.
• 😀 The HEU values flexibility and wants to ensure that children are receiving a high-quality education, regardless of how it aligns with the original plan.
• 😀 You can submit your registration application online or via paper, depending on your preference.
• 😀 The Queensland government provides examples and templates to help guide the creation of your educational plan.
• 😀 While you are not required to follow the national curriculum, it can be a helpful reference when creating your educational plan and progress report.
• 😀 Homeschooling in Queensland offers flexibility, allowing parents to pursue various educational philosophies, such as unschooling, classical education, or Steiner education.
• 😀 To start the registration process, visit the Queensland Education website, go to 'Schools and Educators', and find the 'Other Types of Education' section for home education registration.

Q & A

What is the first step to start homeschooling in Queensland?

The first step to start homeschooling in Queensland is to register with the State Education Authority, specifically the Home Education Unit (HEU). This registration ensures that homeschooling is legally recognized.

What are the two types of registration available for homeschooling in Queensland?

In Queensland, there are two types of registration for homeschooling: provisional registration, which lasts for about 60 days, and standard registration, which is for long-term homeschooling.

What do you need to submit when applying for homeschooling registration in Queensland?

When applying for homeschooling registration in Queensland, you need to submit an educational program and plan outlining what you intend to teach your child over the upcoming year.

What happens after submitting the application for homeschooling registration?

After submitting the application for homeschooling registration, once approved, you can begin homeschooling your child. The process is straightforward after receiving the official registration.

What is required after nine to ten months of homeschooling in Queensland?

About nine to ten months into homeschooling, you will be asked to submit a progress report to the HEU, showing how your child has been progressing and what you have been working on during that time.

How should you approach the progress report if you haven't covered all parts of your initial plan?

If you haven't covered all parts of your initial educational plan, you should explain why. You can provide reasons such as spending more time on certain topics your child was interested in or not covering a topic due to lack of interest.

What does the HEU expect from the homeschooling progress report?

The HEU expects to see that you're providing a high-quality education for your child. The progress report should outline what you've done, what hasn't been done, and the reasons for any differences from the original plan.

How can you submit your application for homeschooling registration in Queensland?

You can submit your application for homeschooling registration through the Queensland government Education website. You have the option to submit it online or via paper-based methods.

Is it necessary to follow the national curriculum for homeschooling in Queensland?

No, it's not required to follow the national curriculum exactly. However, using it as a reference can be helpful, especially when completing progress reports. You are free to pursue educational philosophies that suit your child and family.

What are some examples of educational philosophies that can be applied to homeschooling in Queensland?

Some examples of educational philosophies you can apply in homeschooling include Steiner education, unschooling, world schooling, classical education, or Charlotte Mason.