Planning Our Charlotte Mason Homeschool for 2025
Ambleside Online Tailored to a South African, Afrikaans Family
Happy New Year, friends! As we welcome 2025, I’m thrilled to share how I’m planning our homeschool year. Adapting the Charlotte Mason method to our unique South African context has been a rewarding challenge, one I’ve navigated with a blend of creativity and reliance on trusted resources.
If you’re curious about how to customise a classical education for your family, especially if you’re homeschooling in South Africa, this post is for you. 💛
How We’re Planning 2025
Our homeschool approach begins with the timeless framework of Ambleside Online, a curriculum rich in classical content. But as an Afrikaans-speaking family, I’ve made thoughtful substitutions to ensure our learning remains culturally relevant while staying true to Charlotte Mason’s principles.
Here are the steps I’ve taken to craft our plan for the year:
Blending Curricula: While Ambleside Online forms the backbone of our curriculum, I also draw from other resources to enrich our experience.
Tailoring for Culture: I’ve leaned heavily on South African-specific substitutions to create lessons that resonate with our family’s identity.
Staying Aligned with CM Principles: The heart of this method is nurturing the whole child, and I’ve developed a planning system to ensure our days reflect that priority.
Watch the full video for an in-depth look: YouTube Video
Resources That Make It Possible
Here’s a curated list of resources mentioned in the video to support your own journey:
Homeschool Portfolio Pages: Etsy
Ambleside Online Forum - South African Substitutions: Forum Link
The Good and The Beautiful Maths: Website
My Afrikaanse Avontuur: Website
Charlotte Mason Inspired Copywork Book: Etsy
And so many more! For the complete list, refer to the video description.
Your Turn: Get Inspired
Whether you’re just starting out or are a seasoned homeschooler, I hope this inspires you to explore how you can adapt classical education to fit your family’s unique needs.
Let’s continue this conversation! Share your planning tips in the comments below or join me on Instagram: @hannekebarlowshumblepursuit
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I realised my own to-do list could be a helpful tool for others. Feel free to access my Canva template I use to plan our term in bullet point form. Please delete and edit it however you need.
Thank you for joining me!
