Our distributed learning program is publicly funded by Powell River Board of Education (School Disctrict 47) and offers a teacher-led, flexible and family-centred program for students in Kindergarten to Grade 12.
Difference between Homeschooling and Distributed Learning
When our kids are not in “regular” brick and mortar schools, most of us consider ourselves “homeschoolers” since our children are not in school every day.
But it is important to be clear about Ministry of Education definitions around the difference between “Distributed Learning” and “Homeschooling”.
Distributed Learning
- – you closely follow the BC Curriculum
- – you follow a teacher-led learning plan
- – you submit work to a B.C. Certified teacher on a regular basis
- – you conference with your teacher regularly throughout the year
- – three formal reports are given, including a year end report card
- – you are considered “enrolled” by your DL school
Homeschooling
- – the student’s educational plan is created, delivered, and supervised by parents
- – the program does not need to meet provincial standards
- – there are no reporting requirements
- – students do not receive a BC Dogwood graduation certificate
- – you are considered “registered” by your school
IDLC exists to nurture the unique and diverse spirit of each child, to see and appreciate every child for who they are, to support students to learn and grow in a creative, mindful environment, to support the attachment between parents and their children, and to nurture healthy relationships, strong attachments and vital connections between all members of our learning community (parents, children and teachers).
