Do you think I need to de-school DD?

[Helenagrace]

Just wondering what to do re de-schooling. We're not choosing HE because of problems at school but because we're probably moving area and we're no longer convinced that we get enough return on our investment in prep school fees.

She's happy and looking forward to HE. She's chosen topics she wants to look at and we plan to be quite structured home edders.

Do you think I need to de-school her? What happens if I don't?

I have the same question as we are doing bits throughout the holidays and taking time off during end of Aug/ Sept. We are doing both structured (maths, English, music) and unstructured, a choice of History, science, Geography, Italian and French (dd's decision for both). I am so glad she sees the importance of a variety, although not so sure her choices in topic will relate to any curriculum, lol.
I wondered if she would be dis advantaged in some way if we didn't de-school. We also had no problems at school, apart from attendance.

"De-schooling" is a term used to describe moving to a position where children are actively participating in their learning. If your DC are already doing that, then there is no problem. Like the rest of EHE, you do what works for your family - you don't need permission from anyone. Be aware that "what works" may change over time and it is worth not feeling that you have got it sorted just because your DC seem to be doing more or better than others at this point. If you are busy comparing yourself with others (positively or negatively), you won't be doing the best for your DC. Be confident in what you are doing and enjoy your journey.

What SDeuchars said!

Thank you for the replies and caution regarding what works now, could change. I didn't want to come across as complacent and feel I have a lot to learn yet especially in terms of what is right for my dd.
However, I would certainly not think she was doing anything better than anybody else as I have learned that all dcs are different and come to H.ed for many varied reasons.