17+ live lessons per week. Classes capped at 6 students — every teacher knows every child by name. Personal curator, WASC accreditation, and a U.S. High School Diploma recognized by 800+ universities worldwide. Grades 1 through 12.
Not promises — mechanics. Here is exactly how the system works and why it produces different results.
Traditional schools run 15–25 students per class. SHKOLA caps every class at 6. The teacher opens individual Zoom breakout rooms — each student works at their own level and pace while the teacher rotates, giving personal time to every child. A "raise hand" button brings the teacher instantly, without waiting.
WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) is the same accrediting body that evaluates Stanford, UCLA, and top international schools. Our graduates receive a genuine U.S. High School Diploma — not an online certificate — recognized for university admissions across the United States and worldwide. Accreditation granted November 20, 2024.
Every candidate goes through a 3-stage selection process, followed by mandatory online pedagogy training. Only 15% make it through. 100+ certified teachers from 10+ countries — native English speakers and bilinguals. Teachers are held accountable for student outcomes, not just lesson delivery.
Every Full-Time student has a dedicated curator — not a helpdesk ticket, but a specific person who monitors attendance, sends weekly progress reports to parents, and contacts the student directly if they miss a lesson. If there is no response, the curator contacts the parents. Problems surface early, not at the end of the semester.
Classes start at 06:00 AM, 12:00 PM, or 12:00 AM Eastern Time (UTC-5) — three entry points that cover families across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. All lessons are recorded. If your child misses a live session, the recording is available immediately. No learning time is lost.
SHKOLA graduates have been accepted to Ivy League universities, King's College London (Russell Group), Stamford International University (Bangkok), and universities across the USA, Canada, and Europe. One graduate received $509,825 in scholarship offers. Ivan scored SAT 1437 and received an Ivy League invitation. 92% of our graduates gain university admission.
Students from 40+ countries study at SHKOLA. What they share is one thing: they need a quality American education that fits their life — not the other way around.
Every move means a new school, a new curriculum, a new language — and credits that may not transfer. SHKOLA gives your child one consistent American program that continues from the same point regardless of which country you move to next.
You want control over your child's education — but you also need a structured, accredited program with real teachers and a recognized diploma. Full-Time gives you both: WASC-accredited U.S. curriculum with the flexibility of home learning.
Training occupies mornings. Competitions take you abroad. Performances run on their own schedule. Three daily start times — 06:00 AM, 12:00 PM, and 12:00 AM Eastern — cover families across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Recorded lessons mean school works around your child's career, not against it.
Targeting U.S., UK, or European universities? AP courses (College Board school code 964748), SAT and IELTS preparation, and college application guidance are built into the Full-Time program from Grade 9. You do not need to source these separately.
In a class of 30, a child can fall behind for weeks without anyone noticing. With a maximum of 6 students per class, the teacher spots a gap within the same lesson — and the curator steps in before a small difficulty becomes a serious problem.
Your child finishes the material before everyone else and loses interest waiting. In small groups, teachers can move faster, assign harder problems, and introduce AP content to students who are ready — without holding back the rest of the class.
Not sure which format fits your child's situation? Our admissions team will walk through your specific circumstances and give you an honest recommendation — no pressure, no sales script.
Talk to an Advisor — FreeOne continuous program — from foundational skills in Grade 1 to college-level AP courses in Grade 12. Every stage builds on the previous one.
Phonics, comprehension, vocabulary, text analysis
Grammar, sentence structure, creative composition
Numbers, operations, geometry, measurement
Earth, life, and physical sciences — with hands-on experiments
Geography, world cultures, introductory history
Literature analysis, essay writing, research skills
Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Geometry
Introductory Biology, Earth Science, Physical Science
World History, US History, Civics
Our curriculum meets all Florida Department of Education requirements — the same standards that govern accredited American schools across all 50 states.
The teacher spots a gap within the same lesson — not next week. Targeted help arrives before a small difficulty turns into a lasting problem.
Advanced students get harder material immediately — they do not wait for the class to catch up. Accelerated pace is available on request at any grade level.
In a group of six, asking a question is normal — not an event. Mistakes become learning moments, not something to hide from 15+ classmates.
Maintaining a 6:1 teacher-to-student ratio requires 100+ certified teachers on staff. Most schools run 20–30 students per class to reduce costs. We run 6 because it is what actually works — our internal data shows a 60% drop in student engagement in groups that exceed this limit.
Students in small classes ask more questions, participate more actively, and feel more comfortable making mistakes — all of which accelerate learning.
Teachers in small groups can adapt pace, depth, and approach in real time — something impossible when managing 20+ students simultaneously.
Learning gaps compound over time. Catching them early — within days, not weeks — is what separates students who thrive from those who fall permanently behind.
Confidence grows when students feel safe to participate. A smaller audience means fewer barriers to speaking up, trying hard problems, and taking intellectual risks.
Every Full-Time student has one specific person responsible for their progress — not a helpdesk, not a rotating team. A curator who knows your child and acts before problems grow.
Weekly check-ins on academic performance, attendance, and assignment completion. If a student misses a lesson, the curator contacts the student first — then the parents. Problems surface early, not at semester end.
Weekly Progress Report sent to parents every week: percentage score, letter grade (A–F), completed assignments, and teacher feedback. Parents can also see the full picture in real time on the BUZZ learning platform — no waiting for a scheduled call.
Elective and AP course selection, SAT/IELTS preparation strategy, university application guidance, and long-term goal setting — the curator maps the path from current grade to admissions letter.
When a student struggles, the curator coordinates directly with teachers, adjusts the learning pace, and organizes additional support sessions. The family is never left to figure this out alone.
Weekly sessions with doctors, lawyers, engineers, and entrepreneurs — the real-world knowledge your child won't find in any textbook. Financial literacy, emotional intelligence, career paths, and life skills: everything a standard school curriculum leaves out.
Live conversations with practitioners from medicine, law, technology, arts, business, and engineering. Not abstract career advice — real professionals talking about real work.
Budgeting, saving, investing, taxes, credit cards, debt — the money skills most adults learn through painful mistakes. Your child will know this before they need it.
Self-awareness, empathy, communication, and healthy relationship building — not theoretical concepts but practical tools students can apply in school and beyond.
Time management, decision-making, problem-solving, leadership, and public speaking — skills that work in school now, and at every stage of life afterward.
Speaking clubs, math olympiads, science fairs, and creative workshops. Compete for real prizes, build your university portfolio, and connect with peers from 40+ countries.
Live English conversation with international classmates — not scripted exercises, but real discussions. Three age groups: Grades 1–4, 5–8, and 9–12.
Math olympiads, science fairs, essay contests — with real cash prizes. The competition league runs each fall–winter semester across three age divisions: Grades 1–4, 5–7, and 8–12.
Find your community among students from 40+ countries who share your interests — from coding to creative writing to art and design.
Every lesson has a personalized goal. Meet it — earn a bonus. Bonuses accumulate as a SHKOLA stipend and convert to real purchases on any marketplace, or a discount on tuition.
Every lesson comes with a personalized goal. Full compliance — 100% attendance, deadlines met, missed lessons rescheduled — earns $2 per week. Minor lapses earn $1. Accumulates across the full school year.
Bronze through Diamond — students earn points for active participation, meeting deadlines, attendance, and extracurricular involvement. Three age groups: Grades 1–4, 5–7, and 8–12. Prizes each season: 1st place $150 · 2nd $100 · 3rd $50.
Once the minimum threshold is reached, the accumulated stipend can be spent on any online marketplace — or applied as a direct discount on tuition. Virtual credits for real academic work, with real purchasing power.
17+ live lessons per week with certified teachers. Classes capped at 6 students — personal attention guaranteed at every session. All times shown in Eastern (ET, UTC-5) and adapt to your timezone.
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | Math Live Class 45 min | Language Arts Live Class 45 min | Math Live Class 45 min | Language Arts Live Class 45 min | Math Live Class 45 min |
| 11:00 AM | Science Live Class 40 min | Social Studies Live Class 40 min | Science Live Class 40 min | Social Studies Live Class 40 min | Speaking Club Activity 30 min |
| 12:00 PM | Self-Study | University Life Workshop 45 min | Self-Study | Elective Choice Class 30 min | Self-Study |
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | AlgebraLive Class50 min | LiteratureLive Class50 min | GeometryLive Class50 min | CompositionLive Class50 min | Pre-AlgebraLive Class50 min |
| 10:15 AM | Life ScienceLive Class45 min | World HistoryLive Class45 min | Earth ScienceLive Class45 min | CivicsLive Class45 min | Speaking ClubActivity40 min |
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM | CalculusLive Class55 min | AP LiteratureLive Class55 min | StatisticsLive Class55 min | AP EnglishLive Class55 min | GeometryLive Class55 min |
| 10:15 AM | AP BiologyLive Class50 min | US HistoryLive Class50 min | ChemistryLive Class50 min | GovernmentLive Class50 min | PhysicsLive Class50 min |
| 11:30 AM | Spanish IIILive Class45 min | University LifeWorkshop50 min | AP PsychologyLive Class55 min | SAT PrepTest Prep50 min | Comp SciLive Class45 min |
Ivan left Latvia for Brown University. Kuzma went from B1 English to King's College London. Maria received $509,825 in scholarship offers from 9 universities. Vyacheslav enrolled in Bangkok without entrance exams. Elizaveta studied two schools simultaneously and chose her terms.
"From Latvia to Ivy League"
I moved to Latvia and Russian-language state education was no longer an option. I found SHKOLA, tried a trial lesson, looked at the subjects, and realized the American diploma was recognized internationally. That was enough to decide.
"From B1 English to King's College London seminars"
At my first lesson I was sitting there trying to understand anything, speaking very slowly. Now I'm in London, near my university, talking calmly on the street, participating in seminars — listening to lectures and arguing with professors when I think they're wrong.
Spoke at UN Human Rights Conference · Vienna, September 2023
"9 universities · $509,825 in scholarship offers"
Since childhood I dreamed of studying in the US. In 9th grade I decided to do something about it. My mom found SHKOLA — an international diploma I could take anywhere. I applied to universities across the US and Europe, and the total scholarship offers came to $509,825 from 9 universities.
"Moved to Thailand in 12th grade — graduated on schedule"
We moved to Thailand and universities required 12 years of education. Vyacheslav had finished 11 grades in Russia. SHKOLA gave us a schedule that fit his sport, and even let us add extra hours to finish sooner. The university accepted the diploma without any additional exams — only an interview in English. — Tatiana, Vyacheslav's mother
"Two schools at once — her schedule, her choice"
I managed to combine both schools — SHKOLA on Wednesdays and Fridays, preparatory courses every day, and a private tutor. I built my own schedule and went through all the material I needed for the entrance exams at my Russian university. The flexibility made it possible.
Live lessons, independent practice, breaks, and free time — all done by 3 PM. Sample below is a 5th grader on the morning slot (10:00 AM ET start).
Live class with teacher + up to 5 classmates
45 minutesComplete math practice problems
30 minutesSnack, stretch, play
15 minutesLive class: Life cycles and ecosystems
40 minutesSelf-paced work on platform
45 minutesFamily time
45 minutesLive class: Reading comprehension
45 minutesArt project or music practice
30 minutesFree time for hobbies and family
17+ live lessons per week across all subjects. Each lesson is 40–45 minutes — focused, not exhausting.
Choose 06:00 AM, 12:00 PM, or 12:00 AM Eastern — once at enrollment, consistent for the year. All lessons recorded on BUZZ (our learning platform) if you miss one.
School finishes by 3 PM. Sports, hobbies, family time — the afternoon belongs to your child, not to homework.
20 questions parents ask before enrolling — with straight answers
Yes. SHKOLA is fully accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) — one of the six official U.S. regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. WASC accredits the same schools as Stanford, UCLA, and leading international institutions worldwide. Our accreditation was granted November 20, 2024 and is valid through June 30, 2027. It guarantees our curriculum meets rigorous U.S. academic standards and that our diploma is recognized for university admissions across the United States and internationally.
Yes. Our U.S. High School Diploma is recognized by colleges and universities throughout the United States and internationally — accepted by 800+ universities worldwide. Because SHKOLA is an online school, we recommend confirming acceptance policies directly with specific universities during the admissions process, as individual institutions may have varying requirements for online school diplomas.
Yes. Our graduates have been admitted to 800+ universities worldwide, including Ivy League institutions, King's College London (Russell Group), Western University Canada, University of Alberta, Drexel University, and Stamford International University (Bangkok). 92% of our students gain university acceptance, and 91% receive scholarships. One graduate received $509,825 in scholarship offers across multiple universities.
Yes. We offer a FREE 3-day trial period — not just a single demo lesson. Your child will complete an online diagnostic assessment, attend trial classes adapted to their level, and receive detailed written feedback from teachers on strengths, areas to develop, and recommended next steps. Parents see our individualized approach firsthand. No payment is required to start.
In most cases, you can start learning anytime throughout the year without waiting for group enrollment. We offer flexible start dates to accommodate your family's schedule.
You'll need: (1) Educational records (report card or academic transcript) and (2) ID/passport. Our admissions team will guide you through the simple enrollment process.
Since instruction is in English, students need English language proficiency. We assess language level during the trial period and can recommend preparatory English courses if needed.
Yes! We accept students from around the world. Basic English proficiency is required for comfortable communication with teachers and curators.
Students need: (1) Computer or laptop, (2) Stable internet connection, (3) Webcam and microphone. That's it—no additional purchases required.
No. All textbooks, workbooks, and learning materials are included in tuition and accessible through the BUZZ platform. No hidden costs.
It depends on your chosen format:
Yes, all classes are recorded and stored on BUZZ — our learning management platform. If your student misses a live group lesson, they can watch the recording at any time through their BUZZ account. No learning time is lost.
We maintain small classes with a maximum of 6 students per teacher. This ensures:
Yes. We offer accelerated formats for motivated students who want to complete their diploma faster.
Every student has a personal curator—a mentor who provides support, motivation, and monitors student wellbeing. Curators conduct non-academic meetings, track attendance, and ensure students feel comfortable. If a student is late or absent, the curator contacts them (and parents if needed).
Curators track student progress weekly and send parents a Weekly Progress Report containing: percentage score (0–100), letter grade (A–F), completed assignments, and teacher feedback. In addition, parents have direct access to their child's performance data at any time through BUZZ — our learning platform. You always know exactly how your child is doing, with no waiting for reports.
We minimize parent involvement. Parents don't need to help with homework, and curators ensure students attend class. Younger students may need help logging into the platform. If you choose self-study without a curator, parents provide oversight.
Yes. We offer flexible payment options, including monthly installments to make tuition more manageable.
No hidden fees or additional charges. You can optionally pay for extra subjects or AP courses if your student wants to study beyond the standard curriculum.
Yes. All enrollment is based on an official contract that outlines terms, services, and payment details.
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