Learn anything, anywhere.

Turn your passions into school credit.

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A Global Online Middle and High School

Where students find joy in learning through freedom and discovery

our mission:

each person who enters our school will find a calling that will change the world.

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Key Features

Flexible, Self-Directed Learning – Design your own studies around your interests, career goals, and real-world experiences.
Earn School Credit for Anything – Travel, passion projects, creative pursuits, internships, and side hustles all count.
Structured Socratic Discussions – Engage in thought-provoking, live discussions with peers to sharpen critical thinking.
Personalized Mentorship & Support – Regular 1-on-1 check-ins to set goals, get feedback, and stay accountable.
Mastery-Based Credentialing – Earn micro-credentials and build a mastery transcript that showcases your skills.
Global Learning Community – Connect with students worldwide, collaborate, and share your work.
Whole-School Gatherings – Announcements, student-led discussions, and opportunities to present your work.
Pathways to College, Careers, and Entrepreneurship – Receive guidance tailored to your next steps, whether it’s university, starting a business, or entering the workforce.
Supreme Flexibility for Families – Learn anywhere, anytime, at a pace that fits your life and travels.

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An affordable world-class education

The Forest School Online is approved for Education Savings Account (ESA) funds for families residing in Alabama, Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Utah, and West Virginia. These funds allow eligible families to use public funds for tuition. The amount of funding and specific requirements vary by state. Please reach out to us if you would like more information about using ESA funds to enroll with us.

For families in other states and countries, we offer a needs-based Flexible Tuition program. Eligible families pay a reduced rate on their annual tuition based on the family’s total income and determined using a sliding scale.

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forest online Parent, 5 star review on Niche.com

“The Forest School Online has been a wonderful educational opportunity for my son. The school is learner-led, and this approach has taught my son so much about the important life skills of time management, being accountable, and being a self-starter. The leaders and staff are friendly, approachable, dedicated, and diverse. The learners log in from all over the world, which gives my son a glimpse into the daily lives of people very far from our little farming town. I highly recommend this school.”