Laurel Springs’ virtual school is the top choice for K-12 students who want to learn at their own pace and do more of what they love most
Is online school easy?
No, online learning is not easy! Our college-prep online curriculum is designed to challenge each K-12 learner. We also have advanced Honors courses, AP® courses, and the AP Capstone Diploma™ Program.When do online students take classes?
Laurel Springs' students have access to their coursework 24/7, so they can work at their own pace and from anywhere in the world.How do online students make friends?
Students might work independently most days, but they are part of a community that extends across the world! We have field trips, meet-ups, in-person prom and graduation, and 30+ clubs and activities to join!Do online students have access to teachers?
Our teachers develop 1:1 relationships with each student. They offer office hours and constructive feedback to be sure each learner is supported. Students also work 1:1 with an advisor and counselor throughout the year.
Premier online college-prep curriculum
We are accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia. Our courses are designed to challenge, engage, and inspire K-12 students!
Online courses we offer:
- 300+ UC a-g Approved
- 230+ College-prep
- 85+ World Language
- 65+ NCAA-approved
- 35+ Honors
- 20+ AP®
We also have:
- Part-time online learning for K-12
- Dual enrollment through Baylor and Syracuse
- Summer Programs
- Gap Year Program
The Academy at Laurel Springs
Those who want more collaboration and immersion will love The Academy. It offers everything our online Middle School and High School programs do, and even more!
This hybrid program for 6th to 12th graders includes weekly live Workshops and extra clubs and activities (including competitions). It also features a Symposium course focused on research and project development, and dual enrollment starting in 9th grade.
Lastly, students start working with a college counselor as soon as they enroll at The Academy. This gives them a head start in preparing for their future college and career path.
The self-paced online school you can do from anywhere
What if you could access your courses 24/7 and from any time zone? This is what flexible school looks like at Laurel Springs! We are a great option for K-12 military families and international students.
At our online school students can:
- Learn at their own speed and move on to new material when they are ready
- Study from anywhere and in any setting they want
- Continue school while traveling, competing, or performing
- Ditch the social pressures and distractions found in regular classrooms
- Have more time for hobbies and things they love outside of school
They also get 20 personal days each year to take a break from classes, tests, and deadlines!
Personalized, 1:1 attention and support for each child
Teachers at Laurel Springs take the time to build relationships with each student and their family. They give meaningful feedback on assignments and make sure each student feels valued.
Our full-time students also work 1:1 with an Academic Advisor and Counselor. Advisors help with scheduling and pacing, goal setting, and using our Learning Management System. They also help student-athletes who want to compete in college or professionally. Our Counselors provide guidance on life and study skills, getting ready for college, applying to college, and personal well-being. Every student graduates from Laurel Springs feeling confident and ready for their next life chapter!
Online School with the Best Student Life
Our community expands across every state in the U.S. and over 100 countries! This sets us apart from other online private schools. We give students so many chances to make friends and get involved.
Here’s what this looks like:
- 30+ virtual clubs and hangouts
- More than 10 in-person field trips and meet-ups each year
- On-site prom and graduation at our Year-End Celebration
- Honor Societies
- Student Government and a Student Ambassador Program
- Model United Nations
- Travel learning
- World Language Conversation Cafes
- Coffee Houses, where performers can show off their talents online
...and a lot more. You can engage with the global community as much as you'd like at Laurel Springs. There is something for everyone to enjoy here!
Exceptional student outcomes for the Class of 2022
513
unique colleges and universities accepted our students
80%
of students were offered admission to their first-choice school
$128k
is the average scholarship amount awarded per student
42%
of Academy graduates were admitted to US institutions with acceptance rates below 25%
Where are they now?
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| Arizona State University | Lehigh University |
University of California-Riverside |
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| Babson College | Loyola Marymount University | University of California-San Diego | |
| Barnard College | Massachusetts Institute of Technology | University of California-Santa Barbara |
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| Berklee College of Music | New York University |
University of California-Santa Cruz |
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| Boston College | Northeastern University |
University of Chicago |
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| Boston University | Northwestern University |
University of Colorado Boulder | |
| Brown University | Oberlin College |
University of Connecticut |
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| Cal Poly | Pennsylvania State University |
University of Denver |
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| California Institute of the Arts | Pepperdine University |
University of Edinburgh |
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| Carnegie Mellon University |
Princeton University | University of Florida | |
| Chapman University | Purdue University |
University of Georgia | |
| Colby College | Rice University |
University of Maryland |
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| Colgate University | Rutgers University |
University of Massachusetts-Amherst |
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| College of Charleston | San Diego State University |
University of Miami | |
| Cornell University | Scripps College |
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | |
| Dickinson College | Southern Methodist University |
University of Richmond | |
| Duke University | Stanford University |
University of Rochester |
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| Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University | Swarthmore College | University of St Andrews |
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| Emory University | Syracuse University | University of South Carolina |
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| Florida State University | Texas A&M University | University of Tennessee |
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| Fordham University | The George Washington University | University of Tennessee-Knoxville |
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| Franklin and Marshall College | Tufts University | University of Texas at Austin | |
| George Mason University | Tulane University of Louisiana | University of Toronto | |
| Georgetown University | United States Military Academy Preparatory School | Vanderbilt University | |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | United States Naval Academy | University of Virginia | |
| Grinnell College | Universita Bocconi | Vanderbilt University |
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| Harvard University | Tufts University | Virginia Tech |
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| Hillsdale College | University of British Columbia | Wake Forest University |
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| Indiana University-Bloomington | University of California-Berkeley | Wellesley College | |
| Johns Hopkins University | University of California-Davis | Wesleyan University | |
| King's College London | University of California-Irvine | William & Mary | |
| University of California-Los Angeles | |||
An online school experience designed by you, for you
Online Private School FAQs
Are online schools accredited?
While not all online schools are accredited, Laurel Springs meets the highest standards of academic excellence for an online private school and is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and Cognia.Are private schools online free?
Only public online K-12 schools are free. Private online schools like Laurel Springs School require tuition. At Laurel Springs, full-time tuition is bundled for ease. And, we offer discounts for siblings, payments in full, and loyalty. We encourage you to consider what this investment means for your child and their future.How do online schools work?
It depends on the school. Some online schools teach courses live, but our K-12 online private school is self-paced and mastery-based, allowing students to complete coursework at any time or place of their choosing.How do you start online schooling?
Some online schools have set enrollment dates in the fall. However, at Laurel Springs, your student can start school on almost any date throughout the school year thanks to our rolling admissions.Are online private schools easier than traditional schools?
Laurel Springs' curriculum is just as rigorous, if not more, than traditional schools and online homeschooling programs. We offer a variety of elective, college-prep, AP, Honors, NCAA-approved, and UC a-g approved courses. We also offer a selective academic program, The Academy, for driven and gifted students. Explore our Lower School, Middle School, and Upper School to learn more.What is the difference between a private school and a charter school?
Charter schools are public schools that are independent of their respective school districts. This means that charter schools are publicly funded, but operate autonomously to meet state and federal guidelines.
What is the difference between private and independent schools?
According to the National Association of Independent Schools, “independent schools are non-profit private schools that are independent in philosophy: each is driven by a unique mission.” Independent schools are governed by a board of trustees and do not receive public funding, but they are accredited by the state. Not all private schools are independent. For example, a Catholic school run by a single church is private but not independent because it is run by a single entity.
How do I enroll my student in a private school?
To enroll your child in private elementary, middle, or high school at Laurel Springs, contact an Admissions Counselor or fill out an application.
What are the benefits of a private school?
Oftentimes, private school teachers and counselors have smaller caseloads to provide students with individualized attention and support that aids overall academic achievement. Additionally, private schools offer more academic, tutoring, and extracurricular activities for students to shine and thrive.
What are the benefits of a private school?
The average cost of K-12 private schools in the United States is $12,250. To view how Laurel Springs private school tuition compares, visit our tuition page.
Source: “Average Cost of Private School” EducationData.org, accessed Dec. 27, 2021.
Is the cost of private school worth it?
Private schooling is an investment with many benefits. With enriching academics, highly-qualified teachers and counselors, and a variety of available resources, students are given the tools to learn and to prepare for success in their college, career, and life goals.
What is the difference between private and boarding schools?
To put it simply, students in boarding schools live on campus, but private school students live at home.
What is the difference between private school and public school?
Public schools are dependent on local, state, and federal funds. Private institutions, however, are funded by students’ tuition to provide them with more academic resources and opportunities alongside an enriching curriculum.