How The Forest School Online Works
At The Forest School Online, learners from around the world join daily live Zoom sessions in small, mixed-age Studios. Mornings focus on reading, writing, and math, while afternoons are dedicated to real-world skills like collaboration, critical thinking, apprenticeships, and life skills development.
Guides (our term for teachers) facilitate engaging discussions and hands-on projects, while learners collaborate, receive real-time feedback, and connect with mentors—including peers, Guides, and industry experts. Each Studio (our term for classroom) is learner-driven, with students setting their own expectations and holding each other accountable.
For traveling families, we offer Studios in two time zones—Eastern (U.S.) and Indochina (Asia-Oceania)—so learners can join the one that fits their schedule best.
Explore our Studios below to find the right fit for your family!
Americas-Europe Time Zone
MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDIO
(5th-8th grade)
Our Middle School Studio is a supportive space where learners build independence, teamwork, confidence, and a growth mindset. They explore their interests through hands-on projects, real-world apprenticeships, and diverse learning experiences. By the time they transition to high school, they’re ready for more problem-solving, goal setting, and self-directed learning.
This Studio follows Eastern Time (USA) and welcomes learners from North America, South America, Europe, and Africa.
Americas-Europe Time Zone
HIGH SCHOOL STUDIO
(9th-12th grade)
Our High School Studio empowers learners to shape their own future—whether that’s college, a career, the military, entrepreneurship, internships, or a gap year. They design their own courses, build portfolios showcasing their skills, and gain real-world experience through apprenticeships. This is a time for refining talents, overcoming challenges, and striving for excellence. Graduates leave prepared to make an impact with their unique passions and goals.
This Studio follows Eastern Time (USA) and welcomes learners from North America, South America, Europe, and Africa.
Australasia-Asia Time Zone
MIDDLE-HIGH STUDIO
(5th-9th grade)
This Studio follows the same engaging, learner-driven approach as our Americas-Europe Studios but is designed for learners in Asia, Australia, and the Pacific/Oceania region (including Hawaii). It’s also a great option for students in the Western Hemisphere who travel frequently or prefer an evening schedule.
This Studio operates in Indochina Time (UTC+07:00) and welcomes learners based in or traveling to Asia and the Pacific.