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Empowering families through knowledge & love to cultivate a sound mind that can thrive and reach its full potential in a world that often overwhelms.
As I forge my own way, my hope is that my knowledge and skills, as well as the milestones and markers I found along the way may also proof useful and helpful to you.


Your Guide to NSFAS Disability Funding for Neurodivergent Students at TVET Colleges and Public Universities in South Africa
Did you know that Autism and ADHD qualifies as Neurodevelopmental Disabilities under the NSFAS Disabilities Bursary Program in South Africa? In this guide, we’ll walk you step by step through applying for NSFAS as an autistic or ADHD student.
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Jul 156 min read


Can You Study Actuarial Science at the University of Stellenbosch with an American High School Diploma?
Are you a homeschool student working towards an American High School Diploma and dreaming of becoming an Actuary? Stellenbosch University, one of Africa’s top institutions, offers a highly respected BCom in Actuarial Science and it might just be the perfect launchpad for your career.
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Jun 1810 min read


Homeschool Philosophies and Methods in South Africa
Homeschool philosophies and methods offer diverse ways to educate your children at home in South Africa. These approaches range from...
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Jun 414 min read


How to Homeschool with CAPS
The National Senior Certificate (NSC) is a high school diploma and serves as the school-leaving certificate issued by the Department of Basic Education in South Africa. This certificate is often referred to as the matriculation (matric) certificate, since grade 12 is the matriculation grade and follows the South African CAPS Curriculum.
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Apr 135 min read


Homeschooling with Cambridge
A Cambridge matric is an option available to South African high school homeschool students for obtaining a matric certificate.
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Apr 912 min read


Homeschool Math Success: Fix Learning Gaps with Math Fact Fluency
Math fact fluency refers to the skill of automatically and quickly recalling answers to basic math facts.
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Mar 265 min read


Homeschool Support & Coaching
You may wonder, "Why should I invest my hard earned money in a homeschool consultation? How will it benefit me and my child?
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Mar 246 min read


Meeting your Child’s Learning Styles
What impact does it have when we cater to various learning styles in teaching? How can you identify the learning styles of your child?
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Mar 244 min read


SAT & ACT Test for University Admission in South Africa - Key Differences
The SAT and ACT provide a standardized way for colleges and universities to assess students' academic preparedness - Key Differences.
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Mar 216 min read


A South African Matric Alternative - The National Certificate Vocational (NCV)
The National Certificate: Vocational or NCV is an alternative option and equivalent to a Matric Certificate (NQF4 without exemption).
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Mar 1012 min read


Pre GED: What to do before the GED
You may use any of the huge variety of US homeschool curricula and service providers from Kindergarten up to grade 10-11 level.
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Feb 164 min read


Choosing Your Best Future: Picking the Perfect Subjects for High School
When your child has to choose their subjects in gr. 9/gr.10-12, they should look at themselves holistically and consider long term goals.
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Nov 10, 20242 min read


Psycho-Social Wellness For Homeschool Teens & Young Adults
As homeschoolers we often get this question from well-meaning friends and relatives at nauseam , " but what about socialization...? "....
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Oct 30, 202410 min read


The GED as a Neurodivergent-friendly Homeschool Solution
Is the American GED right for your child? Learn how the GED benefits neurodivergent students and watch this FREE webinar presented by...
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Sep 14, 20241 min read


Bridging the Gap: GED to Degree
The GED® program is an internationally recognized higher secondary certificate available in over 85 countries, including South Africa.
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Sep 14, 20246 min read


Homeschooling towards the American High School Diploma in South Africa
The AHSD is a very popular choice for South African homeschoolers and offers a self-paced and neurodivergent-friendly school exit.
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Sep 12, 20249 min read


Rankings by Country: Best Education Systems in the World
“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” — Nelson Mandela #41 – South Africa’s Education Ranking...
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May 2, 20243 min read


Homeschool Placement Tests
“What grade level is my child?” I often get this question from parents and the answer may not be as simple and straightforward as you may...
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Apr 12, 20244 min read


Living Books, Reading Lists, Book Reviews & Ratings
If we encounter a man of rare intellect, we should ask him what books he reads. – Ralph Waldo Emerson It is not always easy to find good,...
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Apr 10, 20246 min read


Homeschooling with Dyslexia
Photo credit: https://www.ideastream.org/news/ohio-schools-will-begin-screening-kids-for-dyslexia-next-fall-a-guidebook-is-in-the-works ...
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Sep 6, 20224 min read
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