Year 8 Homeschool Curriculum Program
Price range: $440.00 through $780.00 inc. GST
Course Overview
Year 8 continues to build on your child’s growing independence with a curriculum that deepens understanding and broadens perspective.
Aligned with the Australian, NSW, and WA curriculum, our course offers a literature-rich, integrated program that encourages critical thinking, narration, personal reflection, and academic growth. With structured lessons, living books, and opportunities for creative and independent work, students are supported as they transition into more mature and meaningful learning.
8A Summary (Term 1 & 2)
Semester A Overview
Semester A of Year 8 opens with a strong and balanced program of literature, history, science, and geography—designed to challenge students while nurturing curiosity and confidence.
English
In English, students explore Australian literature and film, beginning with a study of Storm Boy. They learn how to compare written stories with visual texts, practise essay writing, build vocabulary, and refine grammar and punctuation. Lessons include dictation, narration, and explicit instruction in writing multi-paragraph compositions. Poetry appreciation and picture study are also woven into the term.
History
History takes students through the early Middle Ages, covering the rise of the Byzantine Empire, the spread of Christianity and Islam, Viking expansion, and the development of medieval Europe. Students record narrations and timelines in their Book of Centuries and engage with living books, video content, and guided discussions.
Geography
In Geography, students explore global interconnections in trade, transport, and environmental change. A case study on the electric car introduces themes of innovation, and sustainability.
8B Summary (Term 3 & 4)
Semester B Overview
Semester B deepens the learning experience with continued work in English, the late Middle Ages and Reformation, chemistry and earth sciences, and civic responsibility.
English
In English, students begin the term by exploring humour and comedy through creative writing and editing exercises that help develop their personal style and voice. Later in the year, they study drama and performance, with the option to focus on either Pygmalion or Henry V. Grammar usage, spelling through dictation, and the construction of multi-paragraph essays continue throughout the term, supporting strong communication skills and thoughtful expression.
History
History covers the cultural and political shifts of the Renaissance and Reformation, exploring the rise of humanism, religious reform, and scientific advancement. Students also begin a focused study of East Asian history, tracing the development of Japan, Korea, and Mongolia. Timelines and narrations continue in the Book of Centuries, supported by visual and literary resources.
Science
Science introduces energy, thermodynamics, and chemistry. Students study energy transfer, the periodic table, atomic structure, and the lives of key scientific figures. Geography complements these lessons with an investigation of earth processes, including plate tectonics, landforms, and natural forces that shape the planet.
Civics
Civics and Citizenship lessons focus on the structure of Australian law and government, the origins of our legal system, and the responsibilities of living in a diverse and democratic society. These ideas are discussed through contemporary and historical contexts.
Art, Music & Health
Art, music, health, and physical education continue as part of a balanced, holistic learning experience. With opportunities for narration, writing, performance, and reflection, Semester B offers both academic depth and creative engagement.
Sample Resources
Digital Only
Per Semester (6 months)- Access to all course materials digitally through our learning platform (many provided as printable PDFs).
Printed Books
& Digital | Per Semester (6 months)- Includes everything in the digital program, plus key course materials professionally printed and shipped to you.
Year 8A
$440
(Digital Only)
Two Terms (6 months)
Year 8B
$440
(Digital Only)
Two Terms (6 months)
Year 8A
$495
(Digital & Printed Books)
Two Terms (6 months)
Year 8B
$495
(Digital & Printed Books)
Two Terms (6 months)
Full Year
$780
(Digital Only)
Four Terms (12 months)
Program Features
Bonus Features At No Extra Charge
Quarterly reports
Australian curriculum
Scope & sequence aligned to the new Australian, WA & NSW Curriculum
Reusable programs
Parent education
Parent education courses to help home educators teach well
Customised plans
Customisable education plans to use for exemptions or registrations
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2 Terms / 6 months
$440
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$780
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2 Terms / 6 months
$495
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Printed Books
Our Year 8 course is available as a print-on-demand book pack, featuring the key resources for the course. Both the 8A and 8B course include 8 printed books each (16 total) so students can enjoy working through beautiful, tangible materials.
Books are printed to order and usually arrive within about two weeks. While you wait, you can begin straight away using the digital versions included in the course.
Flat rate shipping for book packs within Australia only.
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Style of Lessons
Course Delivery
Printed Version: If you choose the printed version of the program, key materials will be printed and shipped to you, however you will still have digital access to all material which is located on the My Homeschool Learning Platform (Moodle).
What's Needed
Our Philosophy
Registration & Reporting
- An Education Plan offered in a format that you can individualise for your child;
- A Scope and Sequence showing how My Homeschool reflects Australian registration requirements across each state and territory;
- End of Term Report templates;
- A printable week-by-week planner with plenty of space to make notes specific to your child; and
- An online Weekly Planner, complete with links to all the online resources required.
We also provide you with access to our State Rego and Planning Course which guides you through your homeschool application when using our courses. We give you a shortcut to help you get straight into giving your child a delightful and robust education without spending days and days researching and tweaking unsuitable content.
Parent Support & Education
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Additional Costs
A separate maths curriculum will need to be purchased, as mathematics is not included in My Homeschool courses from year 3 onwards. Many families choose to use programs such as Maths Online, for which we are able to provide a 50% discount. Each semester also includes a small number of additional novels and non-fiction titles. A few options are provided from our living book lists, allowing families to choose what is most accessible for them. Some of these texts are available online for free, while others may need to be purchased. Families should also allow for general printing and stationery costs.
