Questioner①：
A third-year junior high school girl who is considering going to a correspondence high school.

Questioner②：
Second-year high school boy who is currently attending a full-time school,
but is considering transferring to a correspondence high school.

Questioner③：
A parent who wants her child to go to a correspondence high school,
but is uneasy because she doesn't know much about it.

Part 1: Feel closer to the teacher

I'm very shy, and I'm worried if I can get along well with my correspondence high school teacher...

Many of the teachers I have worked with are good listeners and I was able to talk to them easily!

Supplement:
The teacher will also make a plan together, so you can take credits with confidence.
Graduation rate: 94% (varies by school)

Part 2: Time is flexible

I heard that correspondence high schools give you more free time than full-time high schools. , I worry that my child will become sloppy.

In the beginning, I wasn't used to it so I stayed at home a lot, but now due to the influence of my friends and teachers around me, I can start new.

What kind of people are there in a correspondence high school?

There are many people who use their time effectively, such as those who work part-time, those who participate in volunteer activities, and those who are passionate about what they have been doing for a long time!

Supplement:
Attendance at full-time high school : 5 days a week
Attendance at correspondence high school : 0-3 days a week

Since there are fewer things to do (going to school, assignments, etc.), you can have more time and mental space.
There are people who start part-time jobs and volunteers, and I think they will be exposed to new stimuli.

・People who have a clear idea of ​​what they want to do in the future and want to focus their time on that
・People who want to find what they want to do in the future by challenging various things (student life, social life)
・People who have days when they can't leave the house
・Who don't have time to go to school

recommended for the above people.

Part 3: You can study in a style that suits you

I want to go on to college, but can I still aim for college at a correspondence high school?

Correspondence high schools only teach the basics...
However, because it gives you more time to concentrate on your studies, many people go on to college or vocational school!

I wonder if I can work on my studies by myself...

I was also very worried, so I also went to a support school.

Supplement: A support school is a cram school-like facility that supports the study and living aspects of students attending a correspondence high school. → Details about support schools in the next section!

・People who want to focus on exam subjects and favorite subjects and work on their studies
・Those who are aiming to go on to university

recommended for the above people.

Disadvantages of attending a correspondence high school

Part 1: You have to decide the subject and time to study by yourself

Will I be able to graduate properly from a correspondence high school?

You can graduate with the minimum number of credits in the elective credits, so if you don't have a strong desire, some people will spend their days lazily.
However, if you make a proper plan and study, you can graduate!

Supplement:
Self-study is the basis of learning at correspondence high schools. Instead of going to school every day and taking classes, you have to make your own plans and move forward with your studies. Therefore, self-planning and self-directed learning is required. However, at the beginning of the school year, teachers often make plans together, so you can earn credits with peace of mind. Correspondence high school graduation rate = a little less than 90% (varies by school)

　Reference:https://www.n-gaku.jp/sch/what-school/merit-demerit/

Part 2: Many schools are small, making it difficult to hold large events

An event that is the real thrill of high school life. After all, I can't do it in a correspondence high school, right?

Some schools have events. Why don't you use it as a criterion for choosing a school?

Supplement:
Many correspondence high schools have campuses all over the country. For this reason, there are many small events held on one campus, and large events held jointly with other campuses. In addition, the degree of freedom is high, so you can fully enjoy the event.

Part 3: Public awareness is low and it is easy to be misunderstood

Correspondence high school doesn't have a good image, so it seems difficult to attend...

As far as I've lived, I've never had a hard time, but I think there are some prejudices, so I want to change the image on this site!

Supplement:
Although the frequency of attending school is low, if you complete the required number of credits, you can obtain the same high school diploma as a full-time high school. Also, you can go on to university and get a job without any problems, so please think about your lifestyle and make a decision.

Reference:https://www.nasumachikyoui.jp/about/embarrassing.html

About support schools

[Role of support schools]

As I mentioned earlier, the role of support schools is to eliminate the following concerns in high school life at correspondence high schools.

・Worried about staying motivated.
・I want to go there, but I think I'll be studying just to graduate.
・Still in the minority
・Anxiety about not having anyone to talk to about high school life

[Difference between support school and correspondence high school]

Support schools are not defined as [high school] in the School Education Act, and cannot acquire a high school graduation qualification.
It's just a place to learn to support the graduation of the correspondence high school.

However, in general, support schools are affiliated with correspondence high schools, and when enrolling in a support school, students are also enrolled in the affiliated correspondence high schools at the same time. I can do it. In other words, in order to lead a meaningful student life, you can choose to prioritize the system of a support school and graduate from a partner high school in order to obtain a high school diploma.

Even if you choose to attend this support school after listening to the explanation, it is generally not a hindrance to obtaining a high school diploma. It seems that many students who are currently using support schools choose this option. In other words,

Choosing to go to a correspondence high school → "I'm worried, so I'm looking for a support school"

instead of the above example

Find a support school → Enroll in a partner correspondence high school to obtain a graduation qualification

The example above is common.

Many students who use the support school spend much more time at the support school than they did at the correspondence high school they enrolled in.

"Even if you enroll in a support school, it is meaningless because you cannot obtain a high school diploma." Although it is sometimes misunderstood, it is a system that allows you to acquire a high school graduation qualification by enrolling in a correspondence high school at the same time.
The role of a support school is to provide individual support for time management, motivation maintenance, mental care, etc., which are difficult to cover with correspondence high schools alone.
In addition, students can commute to the support school campus, where events such as club activities and school excursions are held, which greatly contributes to building human relationships and sociality.
The number of students per campus is not that large, but for a group that operates support schools nationwide, the total number of enrolled students is quite large (approximately 10,000 for Try Shiki High School), and remote It is also possible to conduct classes and events across campuses using conference software.