Impact of Home Environment on Education

Education is the process of development, which consist of the passage of the human being from infancy to maturity and the process whereby he adapts himself gradually in various ways to his physical, social & home environment. Home environment is the most crucial input in the field of education. Home environment refers to the conditions where we live. The old saying “The most important work you do takes place within the walls of your home”. Children and young adults learn a large portion of their knowledge at home. Some homes have many activities that stimulate children thinking as well as computer, books and puzzles. Parents have the greatest influence on the achievement of young people through supporting their learning in the home rather than supporting activities in school. Parents are a child's first educator. A child's family and home environment has a strong impact on the language and educational achievement. This impact is stronger during the child's early years but continues throughout their school years. This paper attempts to explore about home environment and reveals that healthy home environment makes learning more interesting, satisfying and effective.