Home Ed Secrets: Planning, Flexibility and Fitting it all in!

Ever wonder how home educating families actually plan, stay flexible, and fit everything in—without burning out? In this episode, Kelly and Ashley spill their real-life “home ed secrets,” sharing what planning looks like for seasoned (and sometimes scatterbrained!) home educators, how to stay creative without getting overwhelmed, and why flexibility is the true superpower for families learning outside the system.   We chat about: Why planning as a home educator looks nothing like school—and why that’s a good thing! How to use frameworks (like the UK national curriculum or US grade-level guides) without getting boxed in Balancing structure and spontaneity—so you don’t lose your mind (or your creativity) The power of following your child’s interests and letting go of perfection How to handle “rabbit holes,” project-based learning, and the endless questions that spark real learning Tips for planning non-academic parts of your day—like routines, family values, and self-care Why it’s totally normal (and healthy!) for your approach to evolve over time or even get completely scrapped and started over again This summer, Outschool have offered us a sponsored opportunity to use—and honestly review—their learning platform right here on the podcast. Go listen to what we have to say! If you’d like to take advantage of the offer we mention, head to www.outschool.com/HOMEED and use code HOMEED35 to get $35 off your family’s first month!   Whether you’re a new home educator, an unschooler, or just looking to refresh your planning style, this episode is packed with practical tips, gentle reassurance, and plenty of laughs about what really works (and what doesn’t) when you’re learning at home.    Resources mentioned: UK national curriculum and US grade-level “What Your ___ Grader Needs to Know” books. AI and creative planning tools Our honest experiences with Outschool classes for SEND and neurodivergent children What’s your biggest planning headache or home ed win? Share your thoughts or questions with us on Instagram or TikTok @bighomeedpodcast—or send us a message to help shape future episodes!