British Columbia Home Educators' Association
BCHEA is a registered non-profit society dedicated to the protection of the family’s freedom to educate children at home with minimal government intervention.
New to Home Education?
If you are just starting to homeschool or are new to the province, please read our New to Home Education page to get started on the right foot.
Membership
Join the BCHEA and families throughout British Columbia to promote and protect our freedom to homeschool under Section 12 of the BC School Act!
WHO IS THE BCHEA
The BCHEA is here to help parents understand what homeschooling means in BC and to support families as they chart their homeschooling path. Under BC law, “homeschooling” is not the same as enrolling in one of the dozens of Online Learning programs overseen by the Ministry of Education.
Homeschooling in BC
In BC, homeschooling means opting out of the school system, whether temporarily or long term, and taking on responsibility for, and authority over, your child’s educational program. You are not required to follow the BC curriculum allowing you the flexibility and freedom to design a program personalized to your child’s needs, strengths and passions, without government involvement.
Community Building
Homeschooling is strengthed by community. By building networks of support, families offer their children an enriched environment where friendships flourish and resources are shared. Find a home learning support group in you area.
GUIDE To Homeschooling
The Homeschool Procedures and Guidelines Manual serves as a practical guide for home educators and other stakeholders, outlining rights, obligations, and procedures.