Homeschooling is Trending: Quick Links
Over the past decade, homeschooling has increased dramatically. While COVID was an influential and often very challenging time for families, it also made something painfully clear: public schools were failing. Many families chose to homeschool because they had more forced proximity to their children’s education. From that, a beautiful revelation and upheaval was born. A change was initiated. Perhaps you are one of the thousands of families who continued to homeschool long after COVID ended.
Watch the “unprecedented surge” of homeschool in these articles – how homeschooling is trending massively and it’s nothing but positive results.
Why wouldn’t a parent want to teach their child and take care of their wellbeing? From faith to content to overall well-being, homeschool is rising – and it’s all making a huge impact.
People are Taking Notice:
Flexible schedule – religious freedom – cost saving – better influences
The Rise of Homeschooling
Even John Hopkins researchers see the trend.
Stated perfectly by this Florida family: “…Additionally, we feel that requiring children to wake up at 6 a.m. to attend school is inhumane and can negatively impact their growth and health. By homeschooling, we can ensure that our children get the rest they need to thrive.”
You can choose a job that is for morning people or not depending on your preference, why not school in the most influential years.
The Stats: How Homeschooling is Looking Up Across the United States
- There are 3.7 million homeschooled students in the U.S.
- The states with the most homeschoolers are North Carolina, Florida, and Georgia.
- The top reason for homeschooling is a concern about the school environment.
- Homeschool students outperform institutional school students academically.
Homeschoolers increased from 2.5 million to 3.7 million in just three short years. Now that’s a trend!
Homeschooling is Trending in States:
The Top Three homeschooling state winners: North Carolina, Georgia and Florida!
Homeschool increase in Florida: Post Pandemic
“On one hand, participation in the state is below national averages. On the other hand, homeschool participation continues to grow, even post-pandemic.”
Homeschooling and Faith
The Federalist: Homeschool Graduates are More Likely to Keep Their Faith
Children who are homeschooled in their later years (middle school and high school) are more likely to keep their faith and have a stronger more fulfilling life…
A Strong Biblical Foundation
Homeschooling for Christian Families
“For Christian families, it offers something even more profound: the chance to weave faith into every part of their child’s learning. This unique approach blends academics with a Christ-centered worldview, ensuring children grow not just in knowledge but in their faith and character.”