Our philosophy:

We have read many home educators educational philosophies and are truly impressed with the many reasons we all come up with to justify something which at the end of the day is still a right in this country (one of the few we have left).

We dont necessarily think we need a "philosophy" that justifies in that sense - but if I had to give reasons - our journey would explain it better - however briefly these are our reasons

• Spiritually - I believe it is my duty to educate our children and not that of the state - and although I am not a religious person as such, I do believe I have to live with my choices longer than this life time so I take these choices seriously weighing up all sides to come to an ethical choice I can live and die with.
  
  
• Politically - I believe it is my duty to educate our children and not the responsibility of the state - In fact I feel their interference in my raising our family is highly unecessary and in fact unethical - I do not believe in government as something which has a right to make these choices on our behalf.
  
  
• Emotionally - we enjoy being with our children and helping them (and us) explore and learn as they grow and develop.