Three families in our Waldorf homeschool co-op are struggling because one family keeps pushing academics earlier than the philosophy supports, and the rest of us don't know how to address it without breaking apart our group. We all need this community, but the tension around developmental timing is making every gathering stressful, and our kids are starting to notice.
More people experience this than they realize.
A learning community discovers that shared commitment to an educational approach doesn't guarantee alignment on its implementation, creating group dynamics that threaten the very collaboration they depend on.
“Where Are You with Alternative education — Montessori Waldorf unschooling?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.