10 Ways to Support your Child’s Learning at Home …even when they attend Public School or Home School

10 practical ways to support your child’s learning at home through creating a structured, engaging, and growth-oriented environment that encourages curiosity, reading, real-world application, and hands-on learning.

We have friends who ask all the time for ways to help their child at home with various skills they should be developing in math, reading, writing and more. They are asking for ideas to enhance their child’s education at home.  

No matter what you can turn to this source and find enrichment ideas for your child to learn and grow with you at home.

Ways to Support your Child’s Learning at Home

Learning happens everywhere and all the time, not just at school. Parents need to help support their child’s development at home and this After School Party provides just that source.  

Our After School Hosts bring you amazing ideas each week for ways to support your child’s education.  We’ll feature ideas about reading, math, science, social studies, arts, fine motor, and gross motor development.

We like to think of this as enrichment. Here are some of the benefits of after school activities. It’s like bringing home the teacher with you and showing you all the little things you can do to make your child more successful with learning.  

Here are 10 ways to support your child’s learning at home, whether they attend public school or are homeschooled:

1. Create a Learning-Friendly Environment

Set up a quiet, organized, and dedicated space for your child to do homework or study. A well-lit, distraction-free area can boost focus and productivity.

Here are a few more tips for homework success.

2. Establish a Routine

Having a consistent daily schedule helps children manage their time effectively. Include time for homework, play, and rest to create balance.

Here’s some tips for setting up a routine for your child. Plus one for your morning routine.

3. Encourage Reading

Make reading a habit by offering a variety of books, magazines, or digital reading resources. Read with your younger children or discuss what older ones are reading to enhance comprehension and critical thinking.

Here are some additional tips for encouraging reading at home, including how to create a reading space.

4. Be Curious and Ask Questions

Engage with your child about what they’re learning at school. Ask open-ended questions that spark curiosity and encourage deeper thinking.

5. Use Real-World Examples

Relate school subjects to real-life situations. For example, cooking together can be an excellent way to practice math, while grocery shopping can enhance budgeting and financial skills.

6. Limit Screen Time

While technology can be a valuable learning tool, it’s important to set boundaries. Limit non-educational screen time to ensure your child stays focused on learning.

Here’s some ways we find to do screen free activities at home after school.

7. Foster a Growth Mindset

Encourage your child to see challenges as opportunities for growth. Praise effort rather than talent, teaching them that perseverance leads to success.

8. Stay Connected with Teachers

Maintain communication with your child’s teachers, whether they attend public school or are homeschooled. Regular check-ins will keep you informed about their progress and how you can support them further.

Be sure to attend Open House. Each year write a classroom placement letter to your child’s principal, if they accept one. Don’t be afraid to request a change in your child’s classroom placement if you don’t feel it’s a good fit.

9. Promote Organizational Skills

Teach your child how to organize their materials, manage their time, and prioritize tasks. Use tools like planners, checklists, or digital apps to help them stay on track.

Here’s how to set up a learning station at home.

10. Incorporate Hands-On Learning

Encourage projects that require building, experimenting, or creating, such as science experiments, crafts, or model building. These activities can reinforce concepts learned in school in a more engaging way.

Here’s our suggestions for how to make a STEM Lab at Home and how to Build an Inventor’s Box.

By integrating these strategies into your daily life, you’ll foster a supportive home learning environment and help your child succeed academically.

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