Do homeschoolers lack social skills?

Do homeschoolers lack social skills?

Homeschooling generally has a positive impact on social skills. Yes, homeschooling will have an impact on her social skills — in a positive way! Homeschooled kids are not subjected to the peer pressure, violence, drugs, and other negative influences that are all too common in today's schools.

Why are homeschoolers socially awkward?

Many homeschooled children have large social networks and active social calendars. These homeschooled children crave a greater degree of social interaction, and for some their opportunities for social interaction are so limited that they develop social phobias or experience extreme social awkwardness.

Are Homeschoolers more successful?

Research suggests homeschooled children tend to do better on standardized tests, stick around longer in college, and do better once they're enrolled. A 2009 study showed that the proportion of homeschoolers who graduated from college was about 67%, while among public school students it was 59%.

Do homeschoolers have friends?

Homeschooled kids make friends the same way every other kid does. They love homeschoolers because they come in small, well-behaved groups with parent supervision. Most areas also have homeschoolers associations where kids can meet up and interact.