Fall 2026 Enrollment Now Open
Learning Without Limits.
A different kind of virtual learning community.
Small-group enrichment courses and one-on-one tutoring for middle school learners — designed for families who believe education should be thoughtful, relational, and genuinely challenging.
Who We Are
Where every student
is known.
Independent Education Network was founded on a simple conviction: students learn best when they are known.
Most online learning environments are built around scale. IEN is built around relationships. Our classes are intentionally small, our teachers are subject specialists with the freedom to teach, and our students are encouraged to think, question, and engage — not simply complete assignments.
Led by degree-holding educators with backgrounds spanning special education, curriculum design, and instructional leadership — many of whom come from non-traditional education paths themselves — IEN brings together the rigor of independent school instruction with a real understanding of the families we serve.
This is not passive screen time. This is active, human-centered education.
Small, Intentional Groups
Every course is capped at 6–10 students. Teachers know their students' names, strengths, and where they need support — because real learning requires real attention.
Teachers With Freedom to Teach
IEN educators are subject specialists who design their own lessons and lead with creativity. No scripts, no standardized pacing. Just great teaching.
Flexible Virtual Learning
Classes meet live on Zoom once per week. High-quality enrichment without sacrificing the flexibility that makes homeschooling work.
A Small Community by Design
IEN is intentionally growing slowly. Families who join this summer won't get lost in a crowd. That's not a limitation — it's the point.
Teachers Who Understand Your World
Many IEN educators were homeschooled, taught in non-traditional settings, or come from backgrounds similar to the families they teach. Your student isn't being taught by an outsider guessing at your world.
"IEN exists because every student deserves a classroom where they're known, challenged, and free to grow. We're building that — one small group, one great teacher, one curious student at a time."
The IEN Mission
How It Works
Three steps to finding
your perfect fit.
Schedule a Conversation
Reach out and we'll set up a time to talk. You'll learn about our courses, meet the teachers, and get honest answers to your questions — no pressure, no pitch.
Enroll for Fall
Our 8-week fall session begins September 8th. Returning families from summer receive early access and a returning-family rate.
Fall 2026 Courses
Nine subjects.
One flexible community.
All courses meet live online once weekly for eight weeks. Click any course to learn more.
High School Tutoring — Available Fall 2026
One-on-one tutoring for high school students is now available in ELA, Mathematics, and ACT/SAT Preparation. With sufficient interest, select enrichment courses for high schoolers will follow in Fall 2026.
Who This Is For
Learning that meets your
family where you are.
Homeschool Families
Supplement your curriculum with expert-led courses in the subjects where your student needs depth, rigor, or community — without sacrificing homeschooling's flexibility.
Non-Traditional Learners
Whether your student struggles in traditional classrooms, learns differently, or simply thrives in smaller settings, IEN is designed for students who need something different to succeed.
Enrichment Seekers
For families who want more — deeper engagement in a subject your student loves, an intellectual challenge, or an introduction to something entirely new like French or Pattern Making.
Flexible by Design
However much support
you want.
IEN isn't all-or-nothing. Hand off one subject you're less comfortable teaching, enroll across several, or use us for full academic coverage in a subject area — you decide how much of the year is ours to carry.
Planning the year on your own? Ask us about our consulting services for homeschool planning and curriculum strategy — separate from course enrollment, available if you want it.
IEN was created for students who need more than standardized learning environments can offer.
After years working across education — including special education, instructional support, and community-centered learning — I saw how many students thrived when classes became smaller, more relational, and more intellectually flexible. I built IEN around teachers who understand these families firsthand — not consultants directing how you homeschool, but educators who genuinely get where you're coming from.
IEN was built to create that kind of space: a learning environment where students are known, challenged, supported, and genuinely excited to learn.
We are intentionally growing slowly and thoughtfully so that families never feel like just another enrollment number. The goal is not to build the largest online program. The goal is to build a meaningful one.
Listen to Ruth's Story
Hear the full conversation on the Homeschool Yo Kids podcast:
Tuition & Enrollment
Straightforward pricing.
No surprises.
* Washington State sales tax applies to live online courses per state law (effective October 2025). The rate is based on your location and typically adds $34–$43 for WA families. Families outside Washington are not charged sales tax. See the FAQ for more detail.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to learn more?
Let's talk.
Reach out and we'll schedule a conversation — meet the teachers, learn about our courses, and find the right fit for your student. No pressure, no commitment.