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Thread #127613 Message #2860726
Posted By: GUEST,Ralphie
10-Mar-10 - 02:36 AM
Thread Name: BS: £800 fine for low school attendance
Subject: RE: BS: £800 fine for low school attendance
Thanks Emma B.
So, in the US, home schooling is allowed, with differing checks and balances between states, but the progress of children is monitored on a regular basis so, that the child can be seen to be getting a decent level of education.
But, in the UK, no such system is in place?
If so, why do people train to be teachers. Why not just have a child and say. "That qualifies me to teach".....
Personally, I would say I know about the sciences and music, but, I'd be rubbish at languages or literature..
I'm intrigued as to how a full time Mother (or Father obviously) with all the jobs that running a home entails, can also be an expert in such an array of subjects, up to GCSE standards?
Even if it was possible. How many hours are there in the day to provide competent teaching for their children?