What Is Outschool?

Outschool is an online learning marketplace where independent teachers offer live, small-group video classes for kids ages 3–18. Classes are interactive and happen in real time, similar to a virtual enrichment class (they do offer some self paced pre-recorded videos as well.)

Subjects range widely, including:

• Foreign languages (Spanish, French, Mandarin, ASL)
• Math enrichment (including themed classes like Pokémon-based math)
• Science experiments and STEM classes
• Art, clay modeling, and creative electives
• Social clubs and interest-based groups
• Multi-week and semester-style academic courses

If you wanted to curate your lessons it could be a full homeschool curriculum. However, many homeschool families use it to supplement core subjects, try engaging electives, or outsource instruction in areas they either don’t have the desire or time to teach.

Our Experience Using Outschool in Our Homeschool

We’ve used Outschool consistently since 2020 with three children at different ages and stages. Most classes happen at our dining room table, and I often listen in while they participate. What I love most:

• Teachers who are genuinely enthusiastic about their subjects
• Small class sizes that encourage participation
• Strong student engagement
• Thoughtful formatting and clear lesson delivery

Across languages, math enrichment, science, and creative electives, the instructional quality has been consistently strong for our family.

How Outschool Works Now: Subscription Changes and Credit System

Subscription-Based Enrollment

Many classes now enroll on a subscription basis rather than offering a simple one-time purchase option. This means you subscribe and are billed on a recurring schedule unless you cancel. They do send out reminder emails the weekend prior to billing, this gives you a chance to cancel and avoid charges.

For families who want a consistent weekly class as part of their homeschool routine, this can create a predictable rhythm with no repetitious steps. For families whose schedules shift frequently, it may require a bit more planning or monitoring your email to make sure you cancel those classes ahead of time.

Credit-Based Payment System

Instead of paying directly in dollars for each class, families purchase credits and then use those credits to enroll. Budgeting requires a little more awareness since you’re not always seeing the direct dollar amount at checkout.

Is Outschool Worth It for Homeschool Families?

For our family,absolutely yes! The teaching quality and engagement have remained strong. The subject variety continues to make it one of the best platforms available to homeschoolers.

The enrollment and payment structure now requires a bit more attentiveness than it once did. If you’re comfortable monitoring subscriptions and credits, Outschool can still be a valuable part of a homeschool plan.

Outschool & Florida Step Up for Students Scholarship

For Florida families using the Step Up for Students scholarship, Outschool is an approved Florida homeschool scholarship direct-pay provider.

Credits can be purchased directly through the EMA (Education Market Assistant) portal and used on Outschool. Scholarship funds may only be used for Florida-approved classes.

Outschool’s website includes a toggle feature that allows families to filter and view only the classes approved for use with Florida scholarship funds, making it easier to stay within scholarship guidelines.