K12.com (Stride)
Online Public School. In Your Home. Tuition-Free.
Overview
K12, a service of Stride, Inc., is a leading provider of online education. They partner with public schools in many states to offer tuition-free, full-time online schooling for K-12 students. The program includes a comprehensive, state-aligned curriculum, materials, and instruction from state-certified teachers. In addition to the public school option, K12 also offers tuition-based private online schools and individual courses for purchase.
✨ Key Features
- Tuition-free online public school options
- Accredited K-12 curriculum
- Instruction from state-certified teachers
- Combination of online and offline materials
- Career and college prep programs (Stride Career Prep)
- Private school options available
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Tuition-free public school model
- Strong focus on career readiness with Stride Career Prep
- Offers both public and private online school options
Unique Value: Provides a complete, teacher-led, public school education in a flexible at-home environment, at no cost to families.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Tuition-free online public school
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Families who want to direct their child's education and choose their own curriculum
- Students who prefer a completely self-paced, asynchronous learning model
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike homeschool curriculum providers, K12.com offers a full school experience with live teachers, accountability, and state compliance handled by the school.
💻 Platforms
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Online public school options are tuition-free.
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