Our story
Polux Homeschooling is a micro-school founded in [year] by a teacher with many years of experience in the traditional system.
Paul stepped away from rigid institutional structures to build an engaging, active learning environment where children look forward to learning every morning. [Why he left the traditional system, in Paul's words]
Photo: Paul with a student
Meet Paul
- Experience: X years of teaching
- Taught at: [schools, countries, grades]
- Education: [degrees and certifications]
- Languages: [languages]
- Academic work: [link]
A letter from the teacher
Dear families,
[A personal half-page letter from Paul to parents.]
Paul
Our philosophy
Standing out in today's world takes far more than memorising facts. Curious minds need to learn how to solve problems using critical thinking and […].
Hands-on projects, big questions, chess, Latin and philosophy, with no regular homework.
Polux and a traditional school
| Polux | Traditional school | |
|---|---|---|
| Group size | 5, max. 6 | Large classes |
| Homework | No regular homework | Almost daily |
| Exams | None: daily work and reports | Regular exams |
| Materials | All provided | Books and supply lists |
| Last Friday of the month | Classes | Usually off |
| Language | 100% English | Spanish or partly English |
Why “Polux”?
[The story behind the name.]