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Home Schooling
In addition to our in-person schooling at our facility in Gordons Bay, we offer parents the option of choosing our award-winning online program for home use. With our online program, parents can provide their children with a high-quality education from the comfort of their own home. Our comprehensive curriculum, adaptive learning technology, and engaging resources ensure that students receive personalised instruction and make academic progress. This flexible and convenient option allows us to tailor your child’s learning experience and maintain continuity in their education, whether as a supplement to their current schooling or as a full-time homeschooling solution.
Arguably, the “mid-school” years are crucial for a child’s development during their school journey. It is during this period that weaknesses can either be addressed and eliminated or continue to grow into insurmountable learning challenges, as they lay the groundwork for the approaching graduation years.
In reality, it is highly likely that any student will have gaps in their understanding of fundamental concepts. Unfortunately, conventional schools often lack the time and resources to provide individualised assistance to those who are struggling. As a result, students may further decline and even develop a dislike for subjects they could otherwise excel in.
Are any of the following true for you?
- You are dissatisfied with the quality of education provided by your child’s school.
- Your child is experiencing bullying or peer harassment, impacting their well-being and academic performance.
- Large class sizes hinder teachers from providing individual attention to your child.
- Your child’s school does not accommodate your cultural, linguistic heritage, or religious beliefs.
- Insufficient support for your child’s learning disabilities or special needs.
- Negative peer influences and peer pressure affecting your child’s behaviour, attitude, and academic performance.
- Safety concerns regarding your child’s school environment.
- Your child is falling behind in one or more subjects at school.
- Private tutoring is costing you significant amounts of money with limited or no results.
- Challenges in maintaining continuity in your child’s education due to frequent travel or relocation.
- Your child’s chronic illnesses or specific health needs present significant challenges in their school environment.
- Your child’s school follows a standardised pace of learning, which does not align with your child’s individual learning style or abilities. This can lead to boredom or frustration if the material is too easy or overwhelming if it’s too challenging.
- Your child’s school prioritises academic achievement over character development and life skills. You are looking for a more holistic approach that emphasises moral values, ethics, and personal growth.
- Your child’s school has limited opportunities for you to actively participate in your child’s education.
- Your child’s school relies heavily on standardised testing or exams as the primary means of assessment. This approach may not capture the full range of your child’s abilities, strengths, or potential.
- Your child’s school does not adequately prepare your child with essential practical life skills, such as financial literacy, communication skills, or critical thinking abilities.
- Your child’s school does not offer specialised or focused curriculum tracks that align with your child’s specific career aspirations or interests.
If the answer is YES then you have come to the right place!
Why Mobimax?
Mobymax offers several advantages that make it a preferred choice for homeschooling:
Comprehensive Curriculum: Mobymax provides a comprehensive and engaging curriculum that covers a wide range of subjects, including math, reading, language arts, science, and social studies. The curriculum is aligned with educational standards, ensuring a high-quality and well-rounded education.
Adaptive Learning: Mobymax uses adaptive learning technology to personalise the learning experience for each student. The platform adjusts the difficulty level of content based on the student’s proficiency, ensuring optimal challenge and progress.
Interactive and Engaging Content: Mobymax offers interactive lessons, multimedia resources, and gamified activities to make learning enjoyable and engaging for students. This approach promotes active participation, motivation, and retention of knowledge.
Individualised Learning Paths: Mobymax allows students to progress at their own pace and provides individualised learning paths to address their specific needs and learning gaps. This personalised approach ensures that students receive targeted instruction and support.
Real-Time Progress Monitoring: With Mobymax, parents have access to real-time progress reports, allowing them to track their child’s performance and identify areas that may need additional attention or support. This helps parents stay informed and actively involved in their child’s education.
Adaptive Placement and Remediation: Mobymax’s placement tests accurately assess a student’s skill level and automatically assign appropriate lessons and exercises. If a student is struggling in a particular area, the platform provides targeted remediation to help them catch up and build a strong foundation.
Accessibility and Convenience: Mobymax is an online platform accessible from anywhere with an internet connection, providing flexibility and convenience for homeschooling families. Students can learn at their own pace and schedule, allowing for customised learning routines that suit individual needs.
Support and Resources: Mobymax offers comprehensive support for both students and parents. They provide training, tutorials, and resources to help parents effectively use the platform and support their child’s learning journey.
Affordable Pricing: Mobymax offers cost-effective pricing options for homeschooling families, making it accessible and affordable compared to traditional curriculum materials and tutoring services.
Proven Track Record: Mobymax has a proven track record of success and is widely used by homeschooling families worldwide. Its effectiveness in improving academic outcomes and student engagement has been recognised by educators and parents alike.
Overall, Mobymax combines a comprehensive curriculum, adaptive learning technology, individualized instruction, and convenient accessibility to support and enhance the homeschooling experience for students and parents.
MobyMax – 20 Hours. Proven.
Students increase ONE full grade level with just 20 hours of work.
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How to get started!
We prioritise every scholar’s learning journey by commencing with a digital Placement Test. This assessment quietly identifies any previously misunderstood concepts. Subsequently, our digital curriculum system, MobyMax, generates a customised learning path designed specifically to help your child address these misconceptions and reinforce their knowledge swiftly. As the integrated work-day assessments track progress, your child will automatically experience dynamic growth, reaching the appropriate level for their age.
This approach instills a significant boost in confidence and provides struggling students with a fresh start in their school life. By applying effective learning strategies during these “mid-school” years, students can approach the formative graduation years from Grade 9 with confidence and the potential to surpass their initial expectations. Importantly, your child will enjoy their academic growth within a supportive and progressive environment.
No matter how far behind your child may be in any subject, as long as they are willing to learn, we are here to help them not only catch up but also make rapid progress through their primary school years and into high school.
It is worth noting that our Mobymax syllabus is two years ahead of the South African CAPS system. This discrepancy means that our Grade 8 is equivalent to the South African Grade 10.
Even students in “High School” at our institution begin with our Primary School Mobymax Syllabus. This allows us to identify any learning gaps and promptly address them, ensuring a solid foundation for their academic journey going forward.
Begin with the FREE placement test: Have your child take our placement test, which assesses their current skill levels in various subjects. This test helps identify any learning gaps and areas that may require additional support.
Receive a detailed report: Once the placement test is completed, we will provide you with a comprehensive report highlighting your child’s strengths and areas for improvement. This report serves as a valuable tool for understanding your child’s learning needs.
Discuss the way forward: Based on the placement test results and the report, we will have a discussion with you to discuss the best approach for your child’s education. We will provide recommendations on how to address the identified learning gaps and tailor a personalised learning plan to meet your child’s specific needs.
What do we offer you?
We are committed to providing you with the necessary tools and support to create a successful homeschooling experience for your child. This includes:
Focused Information and Guidance: We will provide you with detailed information and guidance to ensure your child is on the right path. We will help you understand the curriculum, set specific learning goals, and provide resources to support your child’s academic progress.
Detailed Timetable: We will assist you in creating a detailed timetable that outlines the learning schedule for your child. This timetable will help you and your child stay organised and ensure that the necessary subjects and activities are covered within a structured timeframe.
Ongoing Monitoring and Support: As a homeschooling parent, it is important to actively monitor your child’s progress. We will provide you with tools, such as progress reports and performance tracking features, to help you track your child’s academic growth. Additionally, our team is always available to provide support, answer any questions, and offer guidance whenever you need it.
Parental Involvement: In a homeschooling environment, your active involvement is crucial. We empower you to take an active role in your child’s education by providing the necessary information, resources, and support. You are in control of your child’s learning journey, and we are here to support and guide you along the way.
Support and Accessibility: We understand that navigating the homeschooling journey can have its challenges. That’s why we are just a phone call away. If you need any assistance, guidance, or have any concerns, our dedicated support team is ready to assist you and ensure that your homeschooling experience is smooth and successful.
With Mobymax, you can confidently embrace the homeschooling journey, knowing that you have the focused information, detailed timetable, ongoing support, and accessibility to effectively monitor and guide your child’s learning at home.
On-Line Registration and School Fees
To subscribe to our Home Schooling with Mobimax please click on Register below for our simple and paperless joining process.
All fees shown below are per month. Upfront payment for the first 3 months is required for Mobymax, GED and AHSD at the start. Thereafter you will be billed monthly. AHSD requires a minimum of 12 months of study commitment with our school in order to graduate.
Registration Fees (Once off)
Mobymax
GED
AHSD
R 600
R 1100
R 2700
On-Line School Fees (per month)
Mobymax
GED
AHSD
R 750
R 1000
R 2700
Student Progression Pathway: MobyMax, GED, and AHSD
Explanation:
Our typical student progression begins with the MobyMax curriculum to address foundational gaps and build a solid academic base. For students aiming to advance to the GED program, they can start GED once they’ve completed any core subject in MobyMax. This allows students to tackle GED one subject at a time; for example, they may start GED in a subject they’ve already completed in MobyMax, while continuing to work on their remaining MobyMax subjects. This means that the student will be enrolled in both MobyMax and GED programs, thus incurring school fees for both. This dual enrollment approach supports a smoother transition, allowing students to gain confidence in GED while completing their MobyMax curriculum.
For those moving on to the American High School Diploma (AHSD), they’ll first need to complete all subjects in MobyMax before progressing to AHSD. This ensures a strong foundation across all subject areas, allowing students to fully dedicate themselves to AHSD without the need for concurrent syllabus enrollment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Homeschooling is an educational approach in which parents or guardians choose to educate their children at home instead of sending them to a traditional school. It involves designing and implementing a personalized curriculum and learning environment tailored to the individual needs and interests of the child.
Parents may choose homeschooling for various reasons, including the desire for a more flexible and individualised education, religious or philosophical beliefs, specific learning needs or challenges, safety concerns, the opportunity to provide a values-based education, or as a means to catch up on certain subjects where the child may be behind. Homeschooling allows parents to tailor the curriculum and learning environment to meet the unique needs and interests of their child, providing a personalised educational experience.
16 x Academic Reasons:
1. Children can learn at their own pace.
2. They can study a wide variety of topics, and dig deeper into those that interest them.
3. Children can help create their own curriculum.
4. Younger children learn by watching older ones.
5. Parents can use real-life experiences to teach like how to budget for a holiday, etc. Learning can happen anytime, anywhere.
6. Children can discuss, explore and challenge thoughts and ideas without fear of ridicule.
7. Children grow into independent thinkers.
8. When they’re done with their work for the day, they’re done… no extra busy work or homework.
9. Children learn life skills – cooking, caring for others, etc. – all that it takes to run a home.
10. Creativity and imagination are nurtured and celebrated.
11. The student-to-teacher ratio is very low.
12. There are no pressure to medicate a child for ADHD.
13. Children with special needs get more individualised attention.
14. They are not compared to other kids their age.
15. Children can have their needs met – whatever they are.
16. Work is real, and done for mastery, not a grade.
11 x Social and Emotional Reasons:
1. Less peer pressure to deal with.
2. Fewer situations where kids are bullied.
3. Children have more time to play, on their own, exploring the environment or along with other children.
4. Exposure to children and adults of all ages and thus constantly learning to build relationships. Opportunity to socialise with diverse groups.
5. Children can be sheltered from unfortunate influences (like drugs) for longer, until they’re older and can handle these better.
6. Families really get to know each other, instead of spending the best part of the day apart, brothers, sisters, and parents get that time with each other, building and strengthening the most important relationships.
7. Parents can be the primary influences on their children. Especially dads in the lives of their sons.
8. Working consistently on a child’s work ethic and behaviour. Character training can happen all the time.
9. Children can relax and be themselves at home. There’s no need to conform to the masses.
10. Lessons can be infused with family values and beliefs.
11. Children are able to learn in a safe and supportive learning environment.
7 x General Reasons:
1. It is an affordable, quality educational option for many.
2. Children perform the same, and on average better on standardised tests compared to public school children.
3. Parents learn alongside their children.
4. Families are masters of their own schedule.
5. All aspects of the child’s personality can be developed.
6. It is the natural and fun way to learn. A child’s natural sense of wonder can be preserved.
7. Freedom for children to be a child, and parents to enjoy their parenting.
Yes, homeschooling can be an effective way to address specific learning gaps or catch up on subjects that a child may be behind in. One of the advantages of homeschooling is the ability to provide individualised attention and focus on areas of weakness. We can tailor the curriculum and dedicate additional time and resources to help the child catch up and gain proficiency in those subjects. Our homeschooling program offers various online resources and programs to assist students in achieving their academic goals.
- Pros: Individualized education, flexibility in scheduling and pace, tailored curriculum to suit a child’s interests and needs, closer parent-child bond, personalized attention, adaptable learning environment.
- Cons: Requires significant time commitment from parents, potential for social isolation (if not supplemented with social activities), limited access to extracurricular programs, additional responsibilities for parents as educators.
Yes, homeschooling is legal in South Africa. The South African Schools Act of 1996 allows parents to educate their children at home, provided they meet certain requirements.
The requirements include registering with the provincial education department, submitting an application for homeschooling.
It is highly recommended that all Home School parents join the Pestalozi Trust to provide protection against the Department of Education where necessary. Click HERE for more information.
No, South African law does not require parents to have formal teaching qualifications to homeschool their children. However, it is recommended to have a good understanding of the subjects being taught and to continually update one’s own knowledge and skills.
Yes, homeschooling allows flexibility in teaching multiple children at different grade levels. You can adapt the curriculum and learning materials to suit each child’s individual needs and academic level.
Yes, homeschooled students can pursue tertiary education or university in South Africa. Universities typically have their own admission requirements, which may include additional assessments or portfolio submissions for homeschooled applicants. Our homeschooling program provides support and guidance to help homeschooled students meet the necessary requirements and successfully transition to higher education.
Please note that homeschooling allows flexibility in designing the curriculum and adapting the pace of learning to best suit the child’s individual needs and circumstances. Our program is designed to assist students in achieving their academic goals and preparing them for their future educational endeavours.
Homeschooled students have opportunities to socialize through various avenues. They can participate in homeschooling support groups, extracurricular activities, community programs, and join local sports or interest-based clubs to interact with peers.
Yes, in most cases, after following an online homeschooling curriculum, your child can return to traditional schooling if you decide to make that transition. The process may involve researching local schools, contacting them for admission requirements, assessing your child’s academic readiness, gathering necessary documentation, scheduling admission interviews or assessments, and following the school’s enrolment process. Each school may have its own policies and procedures for admitting homeschooled students. It’s important to contact the specific school you’re interested in for detailed information on transitioning from homeschooling to traditional schooling.
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