What Is an Online Private Homeschool?

K12 offers accredited online private school programs for grades K–12, available to families nationwide. Private school options are tuition-based and provide structured curriculum, certified teacher support, and flexible scheduling — a strong fit for families who want a full school experience outside the public school system.

What Are the Online Alternatives to Private Homeschool?

Families considering private homeschool have several online alternatives: full-time online private schools, where certified teachers handle instruction with an accredited curriculum; part-time enrollment or individual courses to supplement a homeschool program; and tuition-free online public schools, available in most states. The right fit depends on how much teaching parents want to lead themselves versus hand to a school.

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Is an Online Alternative to Private Homeschool Right for Your Child?

An online alternative to private homeschool can be right for your child if you want personalized learning with more structure and teacher support than homeschooling alone provides. At K12, we understand that families have different requirements when deciding what works for their child’s education. If your K–12 student needs a little more flexibility, a tuition-based, online alternative to private homeschool programs can be a great option. K12-powered private school students benefit from:

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Fully-accredited programs

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Full- and part-time options

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Courses with or without state-certified teacher support

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Multiple start dates

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Worldwide availability*

What Online Private Homeschool Options Does K12 Offer?

K12 offers a range of high-quality, tuition-based online private schools* to help meet the needs of diverse learners.

K12 Private Academy

Families around the world seeking a high-quality, well-rounded education for their students choose K12 Private Academy as their alternative to private homeschool. This tuition-based virtual academy offers an engaging, interactive curriculum for students in grades PK–12, led by a team of teachers, counselors, and advisors who can provide specialized instruction. K12 Private Academy students can enroll full-time or for individual courses available for purchase, with year-round start dates to accommodate your family’s needs.

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The Keystone School

For independent learners that desire flexibility, The Keystone School is a great option. Students can choose from over 170 self-paced courses—with teacher support when needed—for full- or part-time enrollment. The Keystone School offers multiple course levels from credit recovery to AP®, plus a diploma-granting Adult Learning Program for students ages 19 and older.

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The George Washington University Online High School

Motivated students in grades 8–12 seeking college prep experience opt for this tuition-based online academy, developed in partnership with The George Washington University. Students benefit from small class sizes with a high level of personal attention from instructors and college counselors, with full-time and individual AP® course enrollment options for fall- and spring-term start dates. The George Washington University Online High School also offers a unique leadership training program and learning opportunities beyond the classroom.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Online private school through K12 provides a structured, fully-accredited curriculum led by certified teachers, whereas traditional homeschooling typically relies on parents to select and deliver all instruction independently. K12-powered private schools offer the flexibility of home learning with the rigor, teacher support, and accreditation of a formal private school education.

Yes. K12 offers both full-time and part-time enrollment options across its private school programs. Students can enroll in individual courses or a full course load, depending on their needs—making it an ideal supplement to homeschooling or an alternative for families who need a flexible academic schedule.

K12-powered private school programs are available to students throughout the United States and in many countries worldwide. Options like K12 Private Academy and The Keystone School accept international students, offering year-round start dates and self-paced formats that accommodate families in different time zones and regions.

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If private online homeschool sounds like the right fit for your student, a K12-powered tuition-based program is a great option. Click below to get the process started by creating a Parent Portal account or logging in to your existing account.

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*K12 is under a territorial non-compete obligation with another company that precludes us from enrolling students or shipping materials to students in the countries listed below while that company has territorial exclusivity. You can learn more about options in your area at icademymiddleeast.com.

Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates

In addition, at this time, the United States has an embargo on the provision of certain products and services in the countries listed below that encompasses those provided by K12. As such, K12 is prohibited from entering into transactions with residents or resident companies.

Western Balkans, Belarus, Central Africa, Cuba, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, Libya, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, Ukraine, Venezuela, Yemen, Zimbabwe