Homeschooling in Bermuda
As the top provider of homeschooling in Bermuda, Chapkin Edwards is well placed to offer advice on the suitability of this pathway for Bermudian families. In many cases it is the best option for your child’s education, whether it be early years, GCSE, A-Level or IB. Here we explain why it is such a good choice, as well as setting out the legal requirements for homeschooling in Bermuda.
What are the homeschooling options in Bermuda?
Homeschooling is often the best option for students with busy extracurricular schedules, and so flexibility is built into it. The options for homeschooling in Bermuda are as follows:
In-person
Online
Hybrid
Why is homeschooling a good option in Bermuda?
Homeschooling is popular among families in Bermuda for a number of reasons. Principal among these is the lack of school choice. Bermuda has six fee-paying schools on the island, but many of these are oversubscribed and are, for some students, unable to provide a sufficiently rigorous and challenging education. Those students in Bermuda who are particularly aspirational and aim, for example, at a Russell-group university education in the UK, have a better guarantee of success through a well-planned and comprehensive program of homeschooling.
One area that Bermudian schools are not always sufficiently equipped to address is neurodivergence, or Special Educational Needs (SEN). Adaptive Teaching requires a strong grounding in pedagogy, as well as a nurturing, supportive learning environment that cannot always be provided in a Bermudian school context. Students with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) or ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) can receive tailored and adaptive teaching that helps them to fulfil their academic potential through homeschooling.
Homeschooling also allows for a more flexible approach to education which can situate the student’s learning within the rich cultural context of Bermuda. There are plentiful opportunities for expanding your child’s educational experience, and homeschooled students can take full advantage of them with the greater freedom accorded by their bespoke learning schedule. The Botanical Gardens and aquarium are just two such examples that can help to bring your child’s enthusiasm and passion for learning to life.
What are the legal requirements for homeschooling in Bermuda?
Homeschooling in Bermuda is simpler than in many other countries. In Bermuda, parents must simply inform the Department of Education of their intention to homeschool their child.
Homeschooling with Chapkin Edwards
No matter your child’s learning needs, Chapkin Edwards is optimally placed to provide a bespoke homeschooling plan to ensure not only academic success, but personal development of a singular quality. With years of experience as the top tuition provider in Bermuda, as well as a team of highly educated tutors trained in the latest pedagogical techniques, we can provide a service to meet all manner of needs. Get in contact here.