Hello everyone,
Homeschooling your children as an expat in Argentina will definitely come with its load of challenges. Here is a special call to parents who are already homeschooling their children or who plan on doing so to share any information they might have.
Should you opt for homeschooling, is it legal in Argentina ? Do you require to register your child or do you need any kind of permission / exemption from the authorities ? If it is not legal, what alternative option/s do you have ?
How do you go about getting all the necessary educational resources (books, syllabus, notes etc…) to pursue your children's education in Argentina ? Does it depend on the curriculum ?
What do you add in your homeschooling techniques to help educate your child that might not be offered or available in traditional schooling ?
How do you socialise homeschooled children in Argentina by providing them opportunities to interact with other children ?
If you have any interest in homeschooling, could you please share your views on the pros and cons ?
Thank you for sharing your experience,
Bhavna
Homeschooling in Argentina
I lived in Mozambique, home schooling was not abnormal. My sister homeschooled her three children in the US and they all ended up with university scholarships, So I do not disagree with the idea. I have been in Argentina for 9 years. I do not think much of the government schools in my zone, and private schools are quite expensive. But if you plan to be in a village environment, not a city, socialization is hugely important. Argentina is no more sophisticated than Arkansas, where I was born. My mother was Swiss. People did not know how to deal with foreigners, and here, much the same. No criticism. Put your children into school for the social part. School them at night a bit, so you can pursue their particular interests. You only need an Internet connection. But the sports and cultural programs at their school will help them integrate. And they will get the most out of their overseas experience. If you need more information, ask your church (if you have one) to get in touch with a congregation here. They are very helpful. Good luck, it will be fine.
Thank you for your like message. I do not speak well but I understand 5 languages. I am bad at math, maybe. There are internet programs, but we would rather participate then study. So grab the basics on an internet course (free), then hit the streets and go buy bananas or lettuce. I have a joke, that if someone owes me money they do not understand a word I say, but if I happen to owe someone, they get every word. 55% of Argentinians are proud of an Italian heritage. Their colloquialisms do not exist in my expensive Oxford dictionary. But they are very helpful when you make an effort, and no need to be perfect, just go for it. Something I still love here is that people are so helpful. The greengrocer recommends what is fresh, the butcher tells you how to cook cuts of meat you may not be familiar with. The vet makes housecalls. Put geography in your homeschool, though. They have no idea where Mauritius is, nor Moz, Kenya, Switzerland, Arkansas etc. And if you or anyone is coming here, the food is bland. Bring your favorite spices until you find a place to get them.
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