Online Homeschool in Tennessee
Tennessee Online Schools are an Alternative to Homeschooling
Enrolling in a tuition-free* K12-powered online public school is a powerful option. Just like homeschooling, online public school is a family affair. As a parent, you’ll be involved every step of the way. And you’ll have the built-in support and resources of a school community—all while giving your child an education that’s designed to help nurture their unique gifts and strengths.
Learn more about K12-powered online school.
How is online public school different from homeschooling in Tennessee?
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
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.
Schools Available for Tennessee Students
Grades K-9
Reach your full potential with personalized learning and caring, licensed teachers dedicated to supporting your individual needs.
- Succeed with flexible, individualized instruction designed for your individual needs.
- Accelerate your learning with our advanced learner program.
- Get a jump-start on your future with career exploration and focused electives for grades 7–9.
Grades K-12
Tuition-free online school dedicated to inspiring and empowering Tennessee students through personalized, at-home learning.
- Licensed teachers
- Low teacher-to-student ratio for the attention learners deserve
- FLEX programming for qualified students to work more independently
- Career and college prep starting in 6th grade
- Career-focused courses in high-demand fields: Business Management & Administration, Health Science
- Personalized career coaching
- Extracurriculars, career clubs, and other social activities
- Preparation for industry-recognized certification exams
- Backing of a 20-year leader in online education
Grades K-12
Achieve a quality, personalized, private education through our engaging, interactive K12 curriculum and a dedicated, supportive team of teachers and advisors. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Accelerate your learning with dual enrollment, early college, AP®, and NCAA-approved courses.
- Jump-start your future with career and college prep, including career-focused electives beginning in 6th grade.
- Learn at your pace with year-round start dates enrolling full-time, part-time, and individual courses.
Grades K-12
Achieve academic excellence while developing your Christian character and finding your life's purpose in a faith-based, supportive environment. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Integrate a Christian worldview into your life—the classroom and beyond—through our Servant Learner framework.
- Develop your character and grow in your faith through in-person activities at faith centers in select cities.
- Participate in weekly faith groups and chapel services to connect with other students who share your beliefs.
Grades K-10
A Catholic-inspired private school in partnership with Marian University, MU Prep offers high-quality academics and flexible, personalized learning.
- Education rooted in Catholic-inspired faith and framed by Franciscan values.
- Individualized support plans designed around strengths and needs.
- Licensed teachers with online experience and a faith-based perspective.
Grades K-12
Are you an independent learner seeking a highly flexible education? With more than 40 years of experience in self-paced distance learning, reach your potential any time, year-round. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Accelerate your learning with 170+ self-paced courses with multiple levels, including honors and AP®.
- Earn college credits while still in high school with dual enrollment.
- Assure your future—we awarded 771 high school diplomas in 2022, with 99.4% of students reporting college acceptance.
Grades 8-12
Are you a highly motivated learner? Earn a premier, private college preparatory education online and get the tools to excel at top-tier universities. Affiliated with The George Washington University.
- Jump-start your future with one-to-one college counseling and unique dual enrollment opportunities.
- Prepare for life outside the classroom with our Journeys symposium.
- Unlock your future—100% of graduates are accepted to college, from Harvard to UC Berkeley.
Grades K-11
Reach your full potential with an inclusive, engaging curriculum and the tools and guidance to be a successful global citizen. Tuition-free private school for Arizona students through the Empowerment Scholarship.
- Graduate trilingual with our Early World Language Program.
- Get access to seminar-based instruction with a collaborative, discussion-focused approach
- Graduate with your associate's degree with our dual enrollment program.
You can purchase K12 courses to supplement your homeschool curriculum or help your student catch up, get ahead, or explore an interest. These flexible courses are available with part-time and full-time options and with convenient year-round start dates.
*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.