Before you jump into homeschooling, consider something important—deschooling. It’s not just a buzzword. Deschooling before homeschooling can make the transition smoother, more joyful, and better for the whole family.
What Is Deschooling?
Deschooling is a reset. It’s the intentional pause between leaving traditional school and starting your homeschool journey. After years of bells, assignments, and grades, kids (and parents!) need time to shift gears.
Deschooling before homeschooling means stepping back from what you’ve always known—rigid schedules, test prep, and standardized learning—and opening the door to something more flexible and personalized.
Why Deschooling Before Homeschooling Is Important
During the deschooling phase, your child has time to rediscover how they learn best. Instead of jumping into a new curriculum right away, they get to explore, play, and reconnect with natural curiosity.
This break isn’t about avoiding education. It’s about making space for a new kind of learning—one that’s led by interest, not obligation.
When you allow time for deschooling before homeschooling, you’re giving your child permission to heal from any stress or burnout caused by the school system. That space helps build confidence, independence, and excitement about what comes next.
Deschooling Isn’t Just for Kids
As a parent, deschooling can be even more powerful for you. You may be holding onto ideas about what school “should” look like—ideas shaped by your own experiences.
To homeschool with confidence, you’ll need to shift your mindset too.
Ask yourself:
- Can learning happen without a strict schedule?
- Can my child guide their learning?
- Am I open to trying something different?
Deschooling before homeschooling helps parents break free from the pressure to replicate school at home. Instead, you learn to support your child’s growth in a way that feels natural and connected.
What Happens After Deschooling?
Once you’ve taken the time to deschool, you’ll be able to choose homeschool resources that actually fit your child’s needs—not just ones that look like school.
You’ll also begin to notice your child’s rhythms, interests, and energy patterns. This awareness is the foundation of a strong homeschool experience.
At Chalk & Ink Press, we believe that deschooling before homeschooling is the key to starting strong. It gives your family the space to breathe, reconnect, and begin learning on your own terms.
Ready to Begin?
Deschooling before homeschooling isn’t a step backward—it’s a powerful first step forward.
Take the time. Go slow. And remember, we’re here to walk alongside you as you create a homeschool journey that feels calm, connected, and completely your own. is just the beginning—and at Chalk & Ink Press, we’re cheering you on every step of the way.
