Thank goodness the kids go back to school tomorrow!!!!

I have teaching qualifications but I would only ever consider homeschooling if:
1. We lived in a remote area and couldnt get to a decent school
2. My child was being bullied to a point that they didnt want to go to school and their school work and self esteem was suffering or
3. If I had a child with a disability because the "special school" here is absolutely atrocious
Luckily for me none of those apply.

From what I understand, homeschooling in Australia is quite regulated and materials are supplied (at a cost). You can even do languages and music lessons and a qualified teacher will phone up the student. It would never be my first choice though but I respect other peoples right to choose what suits their child the best -and their family.

American homeschooling looks like a complete disaster area from what I've seen.