Do the Bates family from TLC homeschool?

Yes, the Bates family from TLC homeschooled their children. The Bates family follows a conservative form of Christianity, and they believe that homeschooling is the best way to educate their children according to their values. The Bates family runs their own homeschooling program called the Institute in Basic Life Principles, which is accredited by the South Carolina Association of Independent Home Schools.