Online Homeschool in California

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Homeschooling Alternatives Available to California Students

You want to give your child the best education possible. That’s our commitment, too. Personalized, tuition-free* online learning with K12 is a powerful option for homeschooling students in California. It’s designed to help nurture your child’s gifts and strengths. As a parent, you’ll be involved every step of the way and have the support and resources of your K12-powered school community.

Learn more about K12-powered schools programs.

How is online public school different from homeschooling in California?

While there are similarities, online public school has several key differences. A K12-powered online public school:

  • Is tuition-free*
  • Provides support and guidance from a school staff that includes school administrators, counselors, and Tennessee-licensed teachers
  • Removes the need for parents to shop for curriculum by using K12’s proven curriculum, developed by education professionals
  • Complies with mandatory state assessment requirements
  • Follows a traditional school calendar

How It Works

For a behind-the-scenes peek at a typical day of online learning at a K12-powered school, visit A Day in the Life. You’ll meet several families who are thriving with K12-powered, tuition-free online public schooling.

Accreditation—Your Assurance of K12’s Academic Excellence

K12 is a Cognia -accredited corporation meeting the highest standards of educational management. Cognia is dedicated to advancing excellence in education worldwide through accreditation, research, and professional services. Additionally, K12-powered schools are accredited by a wide variety of respected accreditation bodies.

Accreditation provides reciprocity of credits, courses, and grade-level placements between schools and universities around the world and validation of the equivalency of diplomas and certificates to other accredited schools and universities.

Online Homeschool in California

California Virtual Academies

Grades Pre-K-12

Engage, connect, and grow with CAVA’s innovative curriculum distinguished by its high standards, rigor, and adaptability.

  • Career and college prep, honors, and AP® courses help students get ahead.
  • Personalized progression lets students advance based on their readiness.  
  • In-person academic outings and events offer socialization opportunities.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesSpecial EducationCollege CreditEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

IQ Academy California-Los Angeles

Grades Pre-K-12

 Supportive teachers and our career-oriented education approach help students reach their potential and find success.

  • Students earn certifications in high-demand career fields for their future.
  • Career and college prep sets students on a path to success post-graduation.
  • Students earn college credits while in high school with dual enrollment.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoverySpecial EducationCollege CreditEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

Insight School of California

Grades 9-12

Empowering students with tailored academic experiences and helping at-promise students build a path to graduation and beyond.

  • Support services to help students earn their diploma.
  • One-to-one meeting with counselors to track grad and post-grad plans.
  • Support for English language learners.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumSpecial EducationEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

K12 Private Academy

Grades Pre-K-12

Personalized, private education with a supportive team of teachers and counselors.

  • Accelerate learning with dual enrollment, AP®, and NCAA-approved courses.
  • Career and college prep, including career courses starting in 6th grade.
  • Enroll full-time, part-time, or per course with year-round start dates.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

Marian University Preparatory School

Grades K-12

A Catholic education that prepares students to excel academically and spiritually. Access to Marian University programs.

  • Tuition assistance for 96% of families through Indiana Choice Scholarship.
  • Catholic education taught by licensed teachers with online experience.
  • Hybrid learning for 6–12th graders on Marian University’s vibrant campus.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumPart Time Enrollment

The Keystone School

Grades K-12

With more than 40 years of experience in self-paced distance learning, students reach their potential any time year-round.

  • Accelerate learning with 170+ self-paced courses.
  • Students earn college credits while in high school with dual enrollment.
  • Awarded 771 high school diplomas in 2022.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesPart Time Enrollment

The George Washington University Online High School

Grades 8-12

Premier, private college preparatory education affiliated with The George Washington University.

  • Students have one-to-one college counseling and preparation for the future.
  • The Journeys Symposium prepares students for life outside the classroom.
  • 100% of graduates are accepted to college, from Harvard to UC Berkeley.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumAP CoursesCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

Grand Canyon Private Academy

Grades Pre-K-12

Inclusive community, engaging curriculum, and tools to be global citizens.

  • Students graduate trilingual with our Early World Language Program.
  • Seminar-based instruction with a collaborative discussion-focused approach.
  • Graduate with an associate’s degree with our dual enrollment program.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesSpecial EducationCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

Gateway Virtual Academy

Grades 9-12

Serving Le Grand School District residents, students thrive with certified teachers in a supportive environment.

  • Personalized education tailored to students’ needs.
  • Parent support and local community programs.
  • Blended face-to-face and virtual instruction for Le Grand residents.

Palmdale School District

Grades K-8

Join a nurturing community of educators who support students’ growth from day one.

  • A vibrant community with fun events and clubs.
  • Supportive state-certified teachers and parent resources.
  • Live morning instruction, afternoon asynchronous and in-person learning.

Academies at Peak Prep

Grades Pre-K-12

Flexible, personalized learning and credentialed teachers help students thrive. Peak Prep is A-G-approved and NCAA-approved.

  • Students are set up for success with honors and AP® courses.
  • A-G, NCAA, and College Board approved curriculum.
  • Supportive community with clubs and live lessons.

Virtual Learning Academy, Whittier City School District

Grades Pre-K-8

Certified teachers, parent support, and high-tech learning environments keep students engaged.

  • State-certified teachers, parent support, and local community programs.
  • High-tech learning environments to engage students and enhance instruction.
  • Students receive iPads available for pickup at the district office.

California Virtual Academies

Grades Pre-K-12

Engage, connect, and grow with CAVA’s innovative curriculum distinguished by its high standards, rigor, and adaptability.

  • Career and college prep, honors, and AP® courses help students get ahead.
  • Personalized progression lets students advance based on their readiness.  
  • In-person academic outings and events offer socialization opportunities.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesSpecial EducationCollege CreditEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

IQ Academy California-Los Angeles

Grades Pre-K-12

 Supportive teachers and our career-oriented education approach help students reach their potential and find success.

  • Students earn certifications in high-demand career fields for their future.
  • Career and college prep sets students on a path to success post-graduation.
  • Students earn college credits while in high school with dual enrollment.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoverySpecial EducationCollege CreditEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

Insight School of California

Grades 9-12

Empowering students with tailored academic experiences and helping at-promise students build a path to graduation and beyond.

  • Support services to help students earn their diploma.
  • One-to-one meeting with counselors to track grad and post-grad plans.
  • Support for English language learners.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumSpecial EducationEnglish Language Learner Program/ESL

Gateway Virtual Academy

Grades 9-12

Serving Le Grand School District residents, students thrive with certified teachers in a supportive environment.

  • Personalized education tailored to students’ needs.
  • Parent support and local community programs.
  • Blended face-to-face and virtual instruction for Le Grand residents.

Palmdale School District

Grades K-8

Join a nurturing community of educators who support students’ growth from day one.

  • A vibrant community with fun events and clubs.
  • Supportive state-certified teachers and parent resources.
  • Live morning instruction, afternoon asynchronous and in-person learning.

Academies at Peak Prep

Grades Pre-K-12

Flexible, personalized learning and credentialed teachers help students thrive. Peak Prep is A-G-approved and NCAA-approved.

  • Students are set up for success with honors and AP® courses.
  • A-G, NCAA, and College Board approved curriculum.
  • Supportive community with clubs and live lessons.

Virtual Learning Academy, Whittier City School District

Grades Pre-K-8

Certified teachers, parent support, and high-tech learning environments keep students engaged.

  • State-certified teachers, parent support, and local community programs.
  • High-tech learning environments to engage students and enhance instruction.
  • Students receive iPads available for pickup at the district office.

K12 Private Academy

Grades Pre-K-12

Personalized, private education with a supportive team of teachers and counselors.

  • Accelerate learning with dual enrollment, AP®, and NCAA-approved courses.
  • Career and college prep, including career courses starting in 6th grade.
  • Enroll full-time, part-time, or per course with year-round start dates.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

Marian University Preparatory School

Grades K-12

A Catholic education that prepares students to excel academically and spiritually. Access to Marian University programs.

  • Tuition assistance for 96% of families through Indiana Choice Scholarship.
  • Catholic education taught by licensed teachers with online experience.
  • Hybrid learning for 6–12th graders on Marian University’s vibrant campus.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumPart Time Enrollment

The Keystone School

Grades K-12

With more than 40 years of experience in self-paced distance learning, students reach their potential any time year-round.

  • Accelerate learning with 170+ self-paced courses.
  • Students earn college credits while in high school with dual enrollment.
  • Awarded 771 high school diplomas in 2022.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesPart Time Enrollment

The George Washington University Online High School

Grades 8-12

Premier, private college preparatory education affiliated with The George Washington University.

  • Students have one-to-one college counseling and preparation for the future.
  • The Journeys Symposium prepares students for life outside the classroom.
  • 100% of graduates are accepted to college, from Harvard to UC Berkeley.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumAP CoursesCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

Grand Canyon Private Academy

Grades Pre-K-12

Inclusive community, engaging curriculum, and tools to be global citizens.

  • Students graduate trilingual with our Early World Language Program.
  • Seminar-based instruction with a collaborative discussion-focused approach.
  • Graduate with an associate’s degree with our dual enrollment program.
Certified teachersAward-winning curriculumCredit RecoveryAP CoursesSpecial EducationCollege CreditPart Time Enrollment

*Families do not pay tuition for a student to attend an online public school. Common household items and office supplies like printer ink and paper are not provided. Our enrollment consultants can help address your technological and computer questions and needs.