Homeschooling |

Children are at the centre of our programs and are directly involved with programming and content selection. We explicitly cover the English and Mathematics Curriculum and integrate other subject areas into our programs such as Science, Art, Geography, Health and Cooking.

Children are directly involved with content selection. At the end of each term, we have a brainstorming session. During this session, the children grab some texters and a large piece of
butcher’s paper and are encouraged to write down anything and everything they would like to see on the next terms program. They love these sessions! The information is directly used to guide the following terms program. You can’t get much more student aligned than that!

Our programs place a strong focus on Social and Emotional Health and Wellbeing. We integrate
holistic practices that foster the needs of the whole child and include creative, interactive, hands-on experiences that allow children to move around. Activities such as cooking, music and movement, song and dance, puppets and storytelling, role play, construction, sensory stations, loose parts, water play, outdoor games and activities are all included in our classes. We even visit the local parks, beaches and native kangaroos.

Our Homeschooling classes are run by Danielle, founder of Authentic Learning Australia and
qualified teacher. With over 20 years experience in the Community Services and Education field, you can trust that Danielle knows what she is doing. By tailoring programs, differentiating content and keeping class sizes small, we are able to meet the needs of every student that attends.

As Danielle says: “no one falls through the gaps and no one is left behind at Authentic Learning Australia”.

As part of the Homeschooling requirement, Moderation is carried out by the Department of
Education. These visits are routine and are designed to certify that your child is progressing. You are required to meet with your Moderator and provide evidence of learning.

As part of the Moderation Support Program we provide to all parents, you will be supported
through the Moderation process. We understand that this can feel overwhelming and stressful but it doesn’t need to be.

At Authentic Learning Australia, we view Moderation as an opportunity to showcase your child’s amazing learning achievements. We are here to guide you through the process and make it an enjoyable experience as you celebrate your child and their learning progress.

When you have an upcoming Moderation Visit, we ask that you let us know. Your child’s teacher will then provide you with annotated work samples, work books and an overview of your child’s learning, growth and development. On-going support, phone consultations and coaching throughout the process is also provided as needed.

Fine motor skills refer to the coordination and use of small muscles in the hands, wrists, feet, and toes to perform detailed tasks such as writing, buttoning, and manipulating objects.

Fine motor skills are important for a variety of activities, including writing, typing, drawing, cutting, and manipulating small objects. Having strong fine motor skills helps with self-care tasks such as brushing teeth, tying shoelaces, and buttoning shirts. It's also important for developing spatial awareness, which is the ability to accurately perceive the position and orientation of objects in space. Having strong fine motor skills can help with problem-solving and coordination, allowing for more efficient and accurate movement.