This family has taken their 4-year-old on a global adventure, visiting 23 countries in the past year.

After having children, you won't be able to travel anymore. Carol Tan, 36, and Rakcent Wong, 35, were determined to prove the naysayers wrong.

Since the beginning of the year, the Singaporean family has been traveling with their 4-year-old child across 23 countries, taking a sabbatical from work to "worldschool" their child.

What is 'worldschooling'?

Simply put, 'worldschooling' refers to making the world once classroom.

Parents often opt for a "family gap year" to expose their children to diverse cultures and environments, fostering their curiosity through hands-on experiences.

Some families adopt a structured approach to education, enrolling their children in schools abroad or creating their own curriculum, while others prefer a more flexible approach.

How the journey began

In 2011, Tan and Wong met and soon discovered a shared love for traveling.

Before Atlas, our travel style was more adventurous and off the beaten path, as we explored unique destinations such as Iceland on a camper van, motorcycling across Southeast Asia, sleeping in the desert in Egypt, and exploring a safari in Sri Lanka.

After every trip, we always gain something, experiencing growth and transformation on both a personal and couple level, as Wong stated.

"We knew that traveling would be beneficial for him, especially in his formative years before he goes to primary school," Wong said.

"As a parent, I believe that enrolling my child in preschool from morning to night is a significant loss, as this is where they learn many of their firsts. Wong said, "As a father, I want to be there, I want to see his firsts.""

The best time for the couple to take a trip with their child would be when the child is between the ages of 4 and 6. At this age, the child will be mature enough to comprehend the world, but still too young to attend primary school, which is mandatory in Singapore.

Atlas and the world

In five years, Tan and Wong amassed enough funds through saving and investments to enable them to make a bold move.

"Although it is commonly believed that Singaporeans are wealthy, Tan stated that this is not entirely accurate. Wong added that their financial stability is a result of diligent savings. The couple frequently pondered how much they could spend comfortably without experiencing hunger each month."

Tan and Wong commenced their work sabbaticals in January 2024, removed Atlas from school, and embarked on their first family vacation to Greece. They chose not to disclose their profession.

Atlas is taught by the family using three core principles while they explore a new destination almost every week.

1. Sparking curiosity
2. Encouraging problem solving
3. Socialization through immersion

"Wong stated that the foundation of learning should be built on curiosity, followed by the drive to discover the solution."

Wong emphasized that being social is just as crucial as learning, because even though you can know a lot alone, you can accomplish even more with others.

Atlas' curriculum revolves around play, with Tan and Wong providing numerous opportunities for their son to explore and learn from various environments.

Atlas frequently encounters children from diverse backgrounds and cultures while playing with them in Montenegro and local playgrounds.

Atlas is learning alongside Tan and Wong as they model behaviors such as the "spirit of learning" and conflict resolution while traveling.

The impact of 'worldschooling'

One of the significant changes the couple has observed in Atlas since the start of 2024 is that he has become more receptive to new experiences.

Initially, the child was a very picky eater, but now he enjoys a variety of foods. According to Wong, "I think he eats to survive, but now he's enjoying the food more than us."

Atlas is increasingly curious about the world and is learning to ask more specific questions.

"Tan initially inquired about the definition of a cable car, but now he seeks to understand the mechanics and energy production of the system."

"Wong stated that he possesses a drive to learn and that he actively seeks out more information rather than having it forced upon him."

Tan stated, "We believe the world is vast, and we won't have enough time if it's only one year, so why not extend it to two years?"

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