You might need to change your homeschooling approach if you notice any of the following signs:
Your Child Seems Disengaged or Frustrated
- Constant boredom, resistance, or lack of motivation.
- Frequent emotional outbursts or withdrawal during lessons.
- They dread school time or start expressing negative feelings about learning.
Progress Has Plateaued or Regressed
- They aren’t meeting learning goals despite consistent effort.
- They’re not retaining information or skills they’ve already learned.
Your Homeschool Days Feel Chaotic or Overwhelming
- There’s no clear rhythm or routine.
- You constantly feel behind, burnt out, or like you’re “winging it.”
You Feel Like a Dictator Instead of a Guide
- The learning environment feels tense, overly rigid, or like a power struggle.
- There’s little collaboration or joy in the learning process.
Mismatch Between Curriculum and Learning Style
- Your child struggles with the format—e.g., workbooks for a hands-on learner.
- They thrive during creative, movement-based, or real-life activities but rarely get to do them.
Your Family’s Needs Have Changed
- A new sibling, job change, or relocation has altered your daily capacity.
- The structure that once worked no longer fits your lifestyle or energy.
You Dread Homeschooling
- You’ve lost your passion or constantly question whether you’re doing the right thing.
- Teaching feels like a chore rather than a purposeful connection with your child.
If you’re noticing several of these, it’s a good time to pause and reflect. You don’t have to overhaul everything—sometimes small shifts (a different schedule, more breaks, a new subject approach) can make a big difference.
