$1.66M
in total scholarships received by The Academy students
Laurel Springs School
Accredited Online Private K-12 School
The Academy at Laurel Springs is a highly collaborative, more involved online private school experience for 6th to 12th graders. Weekly live Workshops, in-depth research projects, and so much more!
College Success
The Academy Class of 2024
175+
different colleges and universities accepted our Academy students
30%
of graduates who applied to college will attend U.S. institutions with selectivity rates below 25%
The Academy Advantage
College prepExclusive opportunitiesStudent supportPersonalized programmingWorld language programs
College preparation
The Academy features Laurel Springs’ premier online curriculum. Choose from 230+ college-prep courses and more than 60 AP® and Honors courses. Academy students can also take advantage of our Dual Enrollment program starting in the 9th grade! We make sure our students are prepared for college and the coursework that comes with it.
Exclusive opportunities
At the Academy, students can take part in live Workshops and peer mentorship. Online learning features like these are designed to boost connection and involvement!
More reasons to love The Academy
- Symposium course where students research, project and present on topics they find interesting
- Yearly Seminar, a course that helps students plan for and reach postgraduate goals
- 35+ courses offering live weekly Workshop (real-time sessions with students and teachers)
- Advanced Academy-specific courses, plus virtual simulations and labs
- 1:1 guidance from a college counselor starting in 6th grade
- Peer mentorship
- Exclusive clubs, hangouts, and competition programs
Support for online students
Full-time Laurel Springs students have access to 24-7 academic support through Tutor.com. Tutor.com provides live tutoring by highly-trained tutors for all K-12 grade levels and subject areas. Students can access this resource from their portal and courses. Drop in for on-demand help or schedule time with a tutor whenever you need it!
Personalized online education
Academy students choose courses and research projects that align with their interests and passions. All courses are mastery-based and include self-paced and live learning, which means students can work at their own speed and move onto new concepts when they feel ready.
Academy teachers
Academy teachers are trained to meet the needs of each unique student. They are also experts in the online learning environment. All of them hold advanced degrees and provide students personalized feedback. There is no shortage of 1:1 attention and support!
College counseling
Our college counselors work with each student to help them plan for life after graduation. Because they take on smaller caseloads in The Academy, they are able to provide even more strategic, personalized support. This guidance starts as early as 6th grade!
World language programs
Strengthen your speaking and cultural understanding with The Academy’s world language courses. Choose from American Sign Language (ASL), Mandarin or French. We have German, Latin, and Spanish, too! Laurel Springs hosts international trips so students have the chance to experience new cultures up close.
“The Academy at Laurel Springs helped me achieve my dreams. What I would look back at, when I’m a senator, is how my teachers always pushed me to go the extra mile. That’s what Laurel Springs helped me with—going the extra mile and doing the hard work.”
Elijah Dourado – The Academy, Class of 2022
Carnegie Mellon University
“Drew is thriving at Laurel Springs. The teachers and staff are amazing. They are so appreciative of Drew’s perspectives and takes on things. We really feel like The Academy approaches the whole child, all their interests, and pushes Drew in the areas where he needs it most.”
Lauren Riehle, Parent of Drew Riehle, The Academy Class of 2030
“The responsibility and accountability as a Laurel Springs School student prepare you for dealing with situations on your own. Though we do collaborate with peers, you are in control of your future, the classes you want to take, and clubs you join. Your academic journey is in your own hands.”
Olivia Manson, The Academy, Class of 2024
United States Military Academy West Point
Academy FAQs
Attend a Virtual Open House and hear from our Head of School along with other faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Register now for our next Virtual Open House!Simply fill out an application. An admissions coordinator will reach out shortly. Or, give us a call at 866-890-6429.
View Admissions ProcessThe Academy at Laurel Springs meets the academic and social-emotional needs of students who are highly intellectual, curious, and driven by a passion for learning. Our advanced curriculum allows learners to dive deep into subjects they excel in and learn and master subjects at their own pace. The Academy is also for students who are looking for a connected experience with teachers and fellow students, or who are looking for more extensive counseling services.
The Academy offers the full roster of grade 6-12 courses in the Laurel Springs catalog, plus additional advanced courses for middle school and additional opportunities for dual-enrollment courses in high school. The Academy also offers live weekly virtual Workshops for over 70 of our courses. Please click here for a list of our course offerings.
Yes. We offer NCAA-approved courses for all Laurel Springs students.
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