Home-schooled children appear to do neither worse nor better than those who attend regular school, so why is there an increasing number of parents who are opting for their child to be educated at home?
Government funding of childcare is seen as something that helps get mums back into work, instead of setting children up for learning before they start school.
Some aspects of good parenting are universal, but others look very different from country to country. There needs to be a better understanding of parenting in different contexts.
There is no straightforward answer, but research shows there are some key things to consider when choosing a school which might help determine where to send your child.
Many children are born into families which are vegetarian for cultural, religious, health, ethical or economical reasons. But are they getting the nutrients they need for growth and development?
Parents who provide learning support at home can improve their child’s literacy and emotional development, regardless of their class or educational background.
Professor, Canada Research Chair in Determinants of Child Development, Owerko Centre at the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, University of Calgary