Middle School Homeschool Schedule: How Our Flexible Routine Actually Works
No one really prepared me for this season of motherhood. I didn’t become a mom in the traditional way. We started our parenting journey through fostering, which led to the adoption of our daughter — who’s now in seventh grade. So I became a mom to an almost six-year-old first. Nothing about our story has followed the usual path, and honestly, neither has our middle school homeschool schedule.
She’s the reason we started homeschooling in the first place.
She just doesn’t fit the traditional public school mold — and while I’m so grateful for that, it also means I’m constantly fighting to figure out what works best for us.
Sharing our homeschool routine feels tricky because it changes all the time. But maybe that’s exactly what makes it worth sharing — because that’s the beauty of homeschooling.
We get to adjust. We get to grow.
And we get to build something that works for the unique kids God has entrusted to us.
So here’s a peek inside what our middle school homeschool schedule looks like right now — knowing full well it’ll probably change again next month.
Our Flexible Middle School Homeschool Schedule
Even though every day looks a little different, we try to stick to a loose routine that helps keep us on track without the pressure of the clock.
Here’s what a typical day looks like for us:
7:30–8:00 AM: Slow Start
Wake up, breakfast, read quietly in her room, then shower and get ready for the day.
We don’t rush mornings anymore — I’ve found it helps everyone start the day calmer and more focused. I also know some people do school in your pjs… honestly, my five-year-old does a lot. But for her ADHD brain that thrives on routine and struggles with transitions, starting the day by getting ready for the day has solved so many transition issues when it’s time to go to extracurriculars!
9:30–10:00 AM: Bible Time
We start with her LIFEPAC Bible workbook and set a 30-minute timer. We love Lifepac for student-led options, and she loves learning the Bible stories and I love the reading comprehension aspect as well.
This time-based approach keeps her from feeling overwhelmed and helps us stay on schedule.
👉 If you’re looking for a faith-based homeschool curriculum, you can explore LIFEPAC Bible Workbooks.
10:30 AM–12:00 PM: Core Subjects on Acellus
We use Acellus for most of our core subjects — it’s been such a great fit for middle school because she can work independently while still getting solid instruction, and it is super engaging and small chunks for information so she is retaining a lot more.
This gives me a little breathing room for my own work or to check in with the younger kids. We honestly weren’t sure how I was going to juggle running a business and homeschooling two while adding a third this year, and this has been such a game-changer. If acellus isn’t in your budget, a lot of people love time4learning.com and Mia Academy as well!
12:00ish PM: Lunch Break
A break for lunch with family and sometimes a read aloud or playing with baby Sis.
12:30ish–2:00 PM: Finish Core Work
She usually wraps up the rest of her Acellus subjects by early afternoon.
2:00 PM and Beyond: Creative Time & Activities
After core work, she’s free to explore creative stations, read, or get ready for theater practice or afternoon playtime.
This part of the day is where she thrives — it’s still learning, just in a different way.
Making Adjustments When Things Don’t Work in Our Homeschool Routine
This month, we realized a few things weren’t working well — especially with spelling and writing.
So, we’re adding some direct instruction for spelling and copywork in the mornings before starting Acellus.
Nothing complicated — just consistent practice to fill in those gaps.
That’s the beauty of homeschool: if something isn’t working, we don’t have to keep forcing it. We can pivot, simplify, and focus on what’s truly helping our kids grow.
How We Keep Our Middle School Homeschool Schedule Simple
The truth is, middle school homeschool doesn’t have to look like a strict schedule or a full day of lessons.
It’s about balance — structure, but with enough space for creativity.
Consistency, but with grace for the days that don’t go as planned.
If you’re feeling stuck trying to find the “perfect” homeschool routine — give yourself permission to start simple.
💛 If you need a place to organize your days and track what’s working (and what’s not), my Simplified Homeschool Planner helps you do exactly that — without the overwhelm.
📘 And if you’re just getting started or want to see what you really need to begin homeschooling, download my free Homeschool Starter Checklist.
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