Gather ’Round Online Academy

Homeschool support your way.

Choose the level of support that fits your family—from Live and On-Demand teaching, to grading and report cards through Independent Enrollment, to a supportive homeschool community.

Live Teaching
On-Demand Teaching
Grading & Report Cards
Community & Support

Choose the support that fits your family

Compare teaching, grading, reports, and community across the three Academy support options.
Support option Teaching Included Grading Included Reports Community
Live / On-Demand Included Add-on With grading Class/community varies
Independent Enrollment Not included Included Included Included
Teaching + Enrollment Included Included Included Included

Live / On-Demand

Teaching Included
Included
Grading Included
Add-on
Reports
With grading
Community
Class/community varies

Independent Enrollment

Teaching Included
Not included
Grading Included
Included
Reports
Included
Community
Included

Teaching + Enrollment

Teaching Included
Included
Grading Included
Included
Reports
Included
Community
Included

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Teaching

Live + On-Demand

For families who want help teaching the material.

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Grading + Academic Support

Independent Enrollment

For families who want to remain the primary teacher but want grading, report cards, and teacher support.

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Teaching + Academic Support

Teaching + Enrollment

For families who want teaching along with grading, report cards, and academic support.

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Academy Insider

All Live + On-Demand Classes + Community

A monthly subscription for families who want access to all Live and On-Demand classes—including Modular Math and Ready to Read—along with the parent hub, monthly summits, and student hub.

Grading, report cards, and academic support are separate. These are not included in Academy Insider. For those services, explore Independent Enrollment.

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What families are saying

Families use Gather ’Round Academy in different ways, but the result is the same: more motivation, more support, and a homeschool rhythm that works.

We were struggling to stay motivated with schoolwork. The kiddos were losing steam and craving some social interaction. The Gather ’Round Online Academy has been an answer to prayer.

Julie Martin

It makes it so much easier to dive into a unit, stay on track, and feel accountable. Such a helpful companion to our Gather ’Round studies.

Amy Roach

The challenges are so fun and educational. They are great hands-on learning activities, and I learn right alongside my kids.

Homeschool Mom

It provides a safe introduction to online interaction while still keeping everything encouraging and appropriate.

Amy Roach

A different way to homeschool

Gather ’Round’s Academy is designed to support the way real families actually learn at home. Instead of trying to recreate a traditional classroom, it gives you structure, motivation, and connection while still leaving you in control.

That means less pressure to do school like everyone else and more freedom to build a rhythm that works for your family, your students, and your season.

Children watching Rebecca teach through Gather ’Round Academy

Multi-age friendly

Students can learn together through the same unit while still working at their own level.

Built around real life

Live classes, replays, and flexible support make it easier to keep going when life doesn’t follow a perfect schedule.

Support without more pressure

You can add the structure, feedback, and accountability you need without handing over the heart of your homeschool.

Designed to grow with your family

From early learners to high school students, you can choose the level of support that fits now and adjust as your needs change.

Additional Learning Options

Need support in another area?

If you are looking for help beyond the main academy options, we also offer focused support for families working through math or early reading at home.

Gather Round Math
Math Support

Looking for self-paced math?

An affordable, on-demand math option with short videos and optional grading options for additional support.

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Gather Round Ready to Read
Early Reading

Need early reading support?

Find a gentle, step-by-step reading option that helps early learners build confidence while giving parents clear support and structure.

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Browse Academy Courses

See live classes, schedules, and on-demand course offerings.

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Explore Academy Insider

Access all Live + On-Demand classes and community. Grading and academic support are separate.

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Explore Independent Enrollment

Build your year with flexibility, grading, and full academic support.

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Have more questions?

Contact support and we'd love to help you figure out how to get started.

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Frequently asked questions

A few quick answers to help you choose the academy path that fits your family best.

You can do either. Students can join live at 10am EST or 2pm EST, or use the replays if that fits your schedule better.

The Academy is designed for Kindergarten through high school, with multi-age learning built into each unit so families can learn together.

Yes. Courses use Gather ’Round units, which can be purchased in print or digital format depending on what works best for your family.

Yes. Grading can be added later whether you begin with a course, or Independent Enrollment.

No problem. All classes include replay access for 10 weeks, so you can stay on track even if you miss a session.

If you want live teaching, start with a course. If you want full flexibility with grading and a structured year, Independent Enrollment is the best fit.