Hello,
We're an American family and my husband's company hosted us here in London for the last 2 months as a sort of extended business trip. Now they are requesting that we stay through the end of November, and maybe longer.
Our original plan was to homeschool our 13-year-old boy while he misses a month of school and then return him to school when we got home (now). But staying another 2 months changes everything and we need to build his life here, even temporarily.
I've spent many hours digging around online and I'm bordering on panic at this point as I can't find any clear answers.
Basically, I'm fine continuing to homeschool him if that's best for such a temporary stay, but he desperately needs socialization.
We've been staying in Kensington, but are looking to move in the next couple of weeks, considering Notting Hill, Ladbroke Grove, Hyde Park Estates, the Holland Park area, Fulham, Putney, or somewhere comprable.
Thank goodness the company is paying so we have some power to decide. Any advice on what would be the best area to try and build some kind of life for him? I know this is an overwhelming question (as I am thoroughly overwhelmed myself!).
Or are there any small groups of students that gather together as support for homeschooling? This is probably better served by a homeschool forum, but I'm spreading the net wide hoping for any helpful advice or information.
As background, we also have a 2 and 4 year old who need settling all their own, but it's less critical than the delicate teen situation.
Thank you all! It already helps to know I have somewhere to reach out to even if no one is sure of the answers to my broad, disorganized questions!
Sincerely,
Amanda