‘Roam schooling’ is a hot new take on nomadic homeschooling, and it's gaining traction. There are approximately 400,000 Americans who have ditched traditional life for a life on the road in a skoolie.
The goal of roam schooling is to enrich children's lives through practical and hands-on learning while giving them the chance to travel and be with their families. With skoolies being so accessible and liveable, it’s an attractive (and cost-effective) way of doing life. Skoolies can be designed with fully functioning kitchens, heating and air-conditioning units, and plush furnishings, making it just as cozy as what you and your kids are used to at home.
So, how do you transform every day into a field trip?
Skoolie Roam Schooling Tips
Make A Schedule & Stick To It
A benefit of traditional school is the strict routine, and it’s important to continue this with skoolie homeschooling as kids need consistency. There should be organized learning objectives every day, and a chance to get outside. The schedule can look different for every family! Some families like to do school 1-2 days a week with 8 hours of learning, while others prefer to do morning education, from 9-11 AM, 4 or 5 days a week.
Many children enjoy the roam schooling life as it allows them to work through each lesson plan at their own pace. This encourages creativity and fosters confidence. If, as parents/caregivers, you don't feel confident in teaching your children yourselves, there are online schooling programs you can have your kids follow instead.
Practical Learning
Arguably the best part of living in a skoolie is the opportunity for practical learning! Based on interests and location, you can go hiking, explore a national park, try surfing lessons, or visit a museum, aquarium, or gallery that aligns with a topic your child is learning.
Build a Skoolie That Supports Homeschooling
A Phoenix Skool Bus skoolie is a converted school bus that gets transformed into a completely liveable and functional RV/tiny home.
When you work with us, we offer the ability to completely personalize your new home however you please. This starts with completely customizable floor plans, where we can ensure there is sufficient sleeping space for everyone in the family and practical space for efficient learning time! We love to get creative and use every bit of space to ensure it's the skoolie of your dreams. You can also pick your favorite colors and furniture.
It doesn’t matter where you live while your skoolies are being worked on, as we can happily collaborate via email, Facetime, phone calls, or if you are nearby, face-to-face. For any support you need for the build, our expert team will be there to help and answer any questions.
Ready to Roam School?!
Homeschooling in a skoolie offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance for children to learn their academic skills while building practical and personal skills and interests. Children get to explore the world every day with their families by their side; it makes education the ultimate adventure!
To get started on your homeschooling skoolie, contact us today!