Caravan World

LEARNING WHILE TRAVELLING

You've installed extra water and fuel storage on your rig, planned your route, pored over the best rest stops and scenic campsites, and you're ready to take off with the family on a Big Lap to explore all the country has to offer.

There's just one hitch – what will you do about your children's education while you're on the road?

There's no doubt that travelling is a wonderful educational opportunity for the whole family, but what if you're planning an extended trip and your children are still in school? Depending on their ages, parents would generally have to be the full-time teacher – and that's a responsibility some may not feel confident taking on.

But never fear. There are plenty of options and educational resources available to parents travelling with children and here we look at some of the best ones so you can find one that works for you.

EDUCATING ON THE ROAD

There are three main educational options available for children who are heading off on an extended road trip with family. You can maintain enrolment at their current school, take part in distance education or homeschool on the road. Here's what each means.

“Arguably the best educational option for longer roadtrips, homeschooling gives everyone flexibility and doesn't

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Caravan World

Caravan World5 min read
Introducing The Supertourer St5: Patriot Campers' Biggest Trailer Yet
Patriot Campers has been an iconic brand in Australia’s camper trailer industry for years, first launching back in 2013 with the X1 — which promptly won our sister-brand Camper Australia’s Camper Trailer of the Year competition that year. The brand h
Caravan World8 min read
Two Bedroom apartment
Lotus Caravans was formed in 2004 and, coincidentally, I entered the caravan industry not long after. Lotus Caravans stuck in my mind as one of the pioneers in developing offroad-oriented vans. I suspect many newer players to the game found inspirati
Caravan World7 min read
Are We There Yet?
Full disclosure up front — my son was an excellent traveller. From a very young age we dragged him all over the country on caravanning adventures and as long as he had snacks and something to keep him entertained, we didn’t hear boo from him. Sometim

Related Books & Audiobooks