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Why homescholing helps.
Why This Approach Worked for Us
Looking back, home tutoring gave her exactly what she needed: consistency, calm and connection. I genuinely wish we had started sooner, but I imagine a lot of parents say that in hindsight. I’ve come to learn that confidence, once cracked, takes time to mend. The turning point was not when she caught up in maths or English, but when she started believing in herself again.
Home tutoring gave her that and gave us hope, too.
The one-to-one attention meant she could learn without fear of judgment. The sessions were flexible, built around her mood and energy, but still structured enough to give her a sense of progress.
Our Enjoy Education tutor was part teacher, part mentor. Someone who listened as much as she taught. She liaised with our counsellor, and together they helped my daughter rebuild confidence both academically and emotionally.
It wasn’t just learning that was restored. It was trust… in herself, in others, and in the idea that education can feel safe again.
If You’re in the Same Position
If your child has lost confidence or is struggling with their mental health because of bullying, please know you’re not alone. I know how helpless it can feel to watch your child withdraw. What helped us was taking one small step at a time:
- Listening before trying to solve things.
- Prioritising emotional safety over academics.
- Finding professionals who understood both the educational and emotional side of recovery.
A New Beginning
A year on, my daughter is thriving. She decided she wanted to start at a new school part-time, and we are grateful to them for agreeing to a flexi-schooling arrangement. She has the same tutor on her ‘home days’ who is still supporting her twice a week. She laughs easily again. She’s found friends who make her feel safe, and she’s proud of what she’s achieved.
Home tutoring didn’t just help her catch up. It gave her back her confidence. It reminded her that learning can still be joyful. And for us as parents, it gave us back our curious child.
