• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Welcome! Advertise/PR Freebie FAQ Tools and Resources

The Brilliant Homeschool

Homeschooling, Family, and more!

  • Home
  • Homeschool
    • Getting Started
    • Homeschool Tips & Advice
    • Preschool
    • Elementary
    • Kids Crafts
  • Curriculum
    • 9-Week Preschool Curriculum
    • 9-Month Preschool Curriculum
    • Kindergarten Curriculum
    • First Grade Curriculum
    • Second Grade Curriculum
    • Third Grade Curriculum
    • Fourth Grade Curriculum
    • Fifth Grade Curriculum
    • Sixth Grade Curriculum
  • Alphabet
  • Reading
  • Books For Kids
  • Printables
  • Our Shop
Home » Homeschool

8 Homeschool Tips to Stay on Schedule

Created On: March 7, 2017  |  Updated: May 19, 2022  |  

Looking for some great homeschool tips to stay on schedule? Do you ever feel like the days just run together? When you homeschool it’s easy to let life get in the way and for everything to fall off schedule.

Schedules are everything when you have kids. They help your kids know what’s next and how to process their day. For some reason, kids crave a schedule and as adults, we can give them what they need!  If you’re interested in staying on a schedule, then you need to check out these tips. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience. This means I may receive a small commission if you purchase anything through these links.  Click here to read my full disclosure policy.

8 HOMESCHOOL TIPS TO STAY ON SCHEDULE

8 Homeschool Tips to Stay on Schedule

Setting up your homeschool curriculum doesn’t have to be hard…anything is possible if you can set and follow a homeschooling schedule.

Get up at the same time each day

One of the luxuries of homeschooling is not having any sort of schedule to adhere to. However, this can be a bad thing. Getting up at different times each day can be an issue, which is why you should try and get your kids to wake up at the same time every day in order to remain on schedule.

Write down the schedule

When it comes to trying to stay on schedule, write down your schedule. I use the Happy Planner because it’s such an affordable planner and has plenty of room to write in. You can even get a dry erase board to help you write down what is going to be happening next. By writing down a schedule, the kids will be more prepared as well because they know what to expect next.

female writing in a notebook

Hold your family accountable

When it comes to being on a schedule, hold everyone accountable. This may sound weird, but when everyone does what they are supposed to be doing, you can easily reward everyone. For example, everyone did what they were supposed to and stayed on schedule, ice cream sounds like a great reward for everyone. Of course, you get to pick the reward.

Time yourself

This is one that we do around here a lot and that is timing our work. Instead of taking two hours to do one task, we have found that timing ourselves is actually a better solution. You can use the timer on your phone or even use a kitchen timer.

hand holding a stopwatch

Stay on task

Another great way to stay on schedule is to stay on task. It can be hard to manage a schedule when your family cannot stay on task. Challenge your kids to stay on task as well. We’ve had a lot of success with this kid timer! Give them some sort of incentive for staying on task and getting their work done.

Rest when you can

Keep in mind that a schedule is one thing, but everyone needs days where they don’t have a schedule. Allow your kids to “rest” a few days a week. Give them time off from schoolwork and just let them relax. This will reset them and allow them to be ready for when the new week approaches. Learning is hard on kids, just like work is hard on adults. Show a little compassion and grace.

mom and daughter sitting on the couch smiling

Keep rules in place

Kids that have rules and boundaries are much likely to stay on schedule. Adults like to have those boundaries and so do kids.

Focus on one thing at a time

Another way to stay on schedule as a homeschooler is to focus on one thing at a time. Don’t get too caught up in doing too many things. Focus on one task at a time to help make staying on schedule a lot easier.

Staying on schedule as a homeschooler is not always easy, it can be downright hard. Using these tips, you can ensure your family at least has some sort of schedule in place. Schedules make families feel secure and confident.

Homeschooling Questions and Answers

Sometimes, there are questions about homeschooling that you might have. These might help!

How can I make homeschooling more fun?

Setting a schedule and sticking to it is one great way that you can make homeschooling a lot more fun. Your kids will notice that you’re in a better mode and more excited to follow your curriculum schedule and that will trickle down to them as well.

How do I motivate my child to be homeschooled?

If you’re noticing a bit of resistance from your child, sit down and talk to them about your homeschooling expectations. They might have feelings of resentment or be scared that can be cleared up quickly with a simple conversation. Talk to them about all the fun things that you’re going to be learning throughout the homeschooling year so that they know what to expect as well.

You might also like:

  • Relax! It’s homeschool!
  • 3 Easy steps to encourage independent learning
  • How to motivate children to learn

Related Categories:
Homeschool Homeschool Tips & Advice

Previous
Lorax Craft
Next
Managing housework as a busy homeschooler

Primary Sidebar

Welcome, I'm Jenny!

My goal is to walk alongside you in your homeschooling journey and offer you the support and guidance you need. As a busy work at home mom and homeschooling mom I understand the struggles that homeschooling can present. I create fun, easy to use, stress-free curriculum that will have you (and your kids) jumping for joy!

More About Me

Free Homeschool Guide!

This guide will teach you:
* How to withdraw your children from public school
* Find a supportive community
* Homeschool support systems
* Homeschool routines
* And more!

Get Your Free Guide!

Looking For Something?

 

 

The Brilliant Homeschool

Navigate

Shop Products Homeschool Curriculum Alphabet Reading Book Lists Free Printables

Get Your Free Homeschooling Guide!

Learn how to find your support system, setup routines and much more!

Get Your Guide!
©2023, The Brilliant Homeschool. All Rights Reserved. Advertrise/PR Disclosure and Privacy Policy
Design by Pixel Me Designs