Many homeschoolers have found that involvement with a homeschool cooperative enhances their homeschooling experience. Some children thrive with the small group experience, so enrolling them in some group activities and classes will nurture that need. Keeping classes and activities small enables families to reap the benefits of the classroom setting with none of the drawbacks. Volunteers can serve as helpers and aides, keeping the ratio of student to adult low, as recommended by educational research. This article discusses some tips for starting a homeschool cooperative.

Includes tips and ideas for starting a formal co-operative learning environment for the special situation of overseas living.

A discussion of the advantages and potential problems of participating and running a co-op. Written from the perspective of a UK homeschooling parent.

Robin Bray shares the story of innovation and creativity in approaching homeschooling burn out, and how these creative ideas led to the creation of a co-op.

A forum for communication for organized or established co-op's and individuals interested in organizing a Montessori Homeschool Co-op. Established Co-op's can share ideas and those interested in creating a co-op can get valuable advice and information.

Appalachian Regional Cooperative is an inclusive group of homeschoolers in Maryland, Virginia, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Lighthouse Learning Co-Op meets at Hillside Christian Church in Reinholds, PA. It is a parent cooperative, providing classes and other activities to member children.

The Bucks County Educational Resource Center was founded in the winter of 2001 in order to serve the local homeschooling community. They provide academic and social opportunities to area families through classes and other activities, including support group meetings, informational seminars, and curriculum sales. They operate out of Faith Reformed Church in Levittown, PA.

Many homeschoolers have found that involvement with a homeschool cooperative enhances their homeschooling experience. Some children thrive with the small group experience, so enrolling them in some group activities and classes will nurture that need. Keeping classes and activities small enables families to reap the benefits of the classroom setting with none of the drawbacks. Volunteers can serve as helpers and aides, keeping the ratio of student to adult low, as recommended by educational research. This article discusses some tips for starting a homeschool cooperative.

Includes tips and ideas for starting a formal co-operative learning environment for the special situation of overseas living.

A discussion of the advantages and potential problems of participating and running a co-op. Written from the perspective of a UK homeschooling parent.

Robin Bray shares the story of innovation and creativity in approaching homeschooling burn out, and how these creative ideas led to the creation of a co-op.

A forum for communication for organized or established co-op's and individuals interested in organizing a Montessori Homeschool Co-op. Established Co-op's can share ideas and those interested in creating a co-op can get valuable advice and information.