Home, private, and formal education in Malaysia: which option do you prefer?

Home Schooling, Private Schooling and Formal Schooling. Home education, often known as home schooling, is an alternative educational approach in which parents teach their children at home rather than sending them to formal school (Ray, 2000). Many parents decide to homeschool their children for various reasons, such as adapting to the children’s pace of learning and needs. The setting is chosen by parents, and it depends on the suitability for learning purposes. For parents who have chosen to homeschool, this is a huge commitment to monitor their children’s progress. Importantly, it requires persistent efforts from the parents to make sure that their children can develop the necessary skills which are not offered in the formal school. It is therefore advisable to have a thorough understanding of children’s needs before opting to homeschooling. The existing factors should be taken into consideration, such as the adaptation of the new lifestyle, cost, commitment, and strategic planning for the future.