The Inspired Learner difference
Customized learning that inspires, equips and connects.
A school community for teens who want academic support and a flexible schedule
Meet Brightspire Virtual School: a Cognia-accredited private school for grades 6–12, proudly brought to you by the Time4Learning family.
Middle school experience
High school experience
Why Brightspire?
Brightspire offers a unique online experience for middle and high school students, emphasizing independence and empowerment. Its flexible curriculum encourages students to explore and collaborate without the constraints of traditional school schedule.
Guided by a mentor, every step
At Brightspire, you shape your own learning path. During live sessions with your mentor, you'll engage in goal-setting exercises, create a personalized learning plan, and receive ongoing support. This tailored approach ensures you have a clear vision of your future and the steps needed to achieve your goals.
Get college and career ready
Brightspire is accredited by Cognia, a premier high school accreditation in the USA. Our credits are typically accepted by traditional high schools, and recognized by most colleges. Additionally, Brightspire courses are NCAA approved, helping aspiring athletes meet college eligibility requirements.
From our students
FAQs
At Brightspire, we believe every student deserves an education that works for them. Our flexible, supportive learning environment is designed to meet a wide range of learning needs. While we are not a special education provider, many families with IEP students have found success at Brightspire thanks to our personalized approach, certified teachers, on-demand tutoring, and dedicated mentors.
We understand that each learner is unique. If your student has an IEP, we encourage you to speak with one of our enrollment advisors to see how we can support their individual educational journey.
Yes! At Brightspire, we offer year-round enrollment so your student can start when the time is right for your family. Whether you're transitioning from a traditional school mid-year or looking for a fresh start, our flexible scheduling allows students to begin their courses at any point during the year. With personalized pacing and continuous support, Brightspire makes it easy to learn on your schedule.
Brightspire offers a flexible, student-centered program designed to fit individual learning needs. Full-time students typically take up to six courses per year, but since the program is self-paced, students can move faster or slower depending on their goals and schedule.
Each course is designed to be completed in one academic year, though many students finish sooner. Whether you're enrolling full-time or part-time, Brightspire allows your student to work in a structured yet adaptable environment with the teacher and mentor guidance every step of the way.
Brightspire students graduate with a diploma and transcript recognized by accreditation standards. Unlike Time4Learning, where the parent serves as the teacher of record, Brightspire provides certified teachers, on‑demand tutors, and mentors who guide students, keep them on track, and help set meaningful goals. Classes remain asynchronous for flexibility, but students also benefit from a vibrant school community through monthly events. For many working parents, Brightspire offers the structure and support of a private school with the convenience of online learning—without the facilitation and planning demands of homeschool.
Investment
We realize that, for many families, this investment in your child's future is challenging. Flexible payment options and education savings accounts are all ways that families make a Brightspire education more accessible.
