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You don't have to be rich! You can homeschool on any budget, whether big or small. We've done it as a family of 5 living on less than $30,000 a year!

12 Ways to Homeschool on ANY Budget

“Isn’t that expensive?”  is typically the first question I get asked when I tell someone I homeschool 3 kids. This question usually follows a blank stare, which evolves into a funny look, and then a forced smile. But homeschooling doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, you can homeschool on ANY budget! It might just take a little more work.

Not only is the cost typically the first question, it’s also one of the most important things you need to consider when deciding whether or not to homeschool your own kids. I’m not going to lie and say that everyone can afford it. Not everyone can afford it but it is definitely doable for most families. You know what they say: “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.”  No matter your financial situation, it will probably require an adjustment to your budget.

Honestly, buying the curriculum isn’t that expensive. I could easily get away with spending $200 each on my kids’ school books for the year.

It’s the other stuff that is more expensive.

You know: the art classes, dance costumes, guitar lessons (you can check out some good options on MusicOomph.com) and other things that you do to “socialize” your kids. While some people may argue that their kids would do these activities anyways, many homeschoolers count these as a part of their homeschool hours. Luckily, there are hundreds of ways to stretch your dollar and get the most bang for your buck. I’ve rounded up just a few ways you can homeschool on any budget!

You don't have to be rich! You can homeschool on any budget, whether big or small. We've done it as a family of 5 living on less than $30,000 a year!