Nimble learning options for your family of thrivers.

As an accredited online private school, we create opportunities for families to find a harmonious balance that works for their individual needs. 

Our Why

We believe in personalized learning that expands students’ boundaries through diversified topics and a wide range of community perspectives. We empower students to be innovators themselves, now and in the future. 

Our How

School, reimagined.
Through interactive discourse, constructive instruction, and meaningful service and community partnerships, our Constellation of learners is expanding how students learn and providing much needed options to today’s families. 

Our Core Values

Compassion. Collaboration. Community. Courage.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • As defined by the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)  independent schools are:


    “Non-profit private schools that are independent in philosophy: each is driven by a unique mission. They are also independent in the way they are managed and financed: each is governed by an independent board of trustees and each is primarily supported through tuition payments and charitable contributions. They are accountable to their communities and are accredited by state-approved accrediting bodies.”

    To learn more about Constellation Learning Institute’s history of supporting independent schools, visit our site for CLI partner schools.

  • Constellation Learning Institute is an accredited online school by the Cognia Global Commission (previously AdvancEd), a 125 year old organization and  in addition now comprised of legacy agencies the North Central Association Commission on Accreditation and School Improvement, the Northwest Accreditation Commission, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement.

  • Constellation Learning Institute works with students and faculty to develop learning plans. In addition, learning with CLI is multimodal so students can access information in ways that best support their strengths. CLI also has an online learning resource center for students who have learning accommodations.

  • Constellation Learning Institute offers several different formats to better support students’ scheduling needs: Fixed Pace, Extended Core, Student Paced and Guided Study. Most students choose Fixed Pace courses which meet on Zoom two-three times a week, for 45 minutes to an hour. Elective courses meet once a week, for 45 minutes to an hour.

  • Yes. Constellation Learning Institute is able to accommodate time zones all over the world. In addition, student schedules are built through 1:1 meetings with your CLI advisor to take into account student scheduling needs (i.e. sports or performing arts practices).

  • Constellation Learning Institute is a responsive learning environment that takes into account families’ unique needs. At times, we recognize students may need to be reachable by phone for emergencies, however we encourage students to be phone-free during class time.

  • Yes. Full and part-time students will have a designated advisor who will provide support weekly. Students will meet 1:1 and in small groups with their advisor.

  • Assessment happens both in formative and summative ways. Students receive consistent feedback throughout the term on projects, tests and other demonstrations of learning. Students are also guided to develop metacognition and reflection on their own learning growth. CLI will also provide a percentage and letter grade with narrative faculty comments at midterm and end of semester.

  • Yes. Your student will receive their high school transcript if needed for transferring, along with their high school diploma (if full-time) upon graduating. 

  • Students have a mix of Zoom sessions with their faculty and classmates and independent focused study time. See our sample schedules for a better understanding of what a typical day might look like.  

  • Students have assignments, projects and work that is both collaborative and independent, in addition to zoom sessions. Students can anticipate spending 4-6 hours a week per course.

  • Yes, we have partnerships with both individual college counselors and several counseling organizations available to interested families to guide and support the college admissions process. We recommend students begin meeting with college counselors their sophomore year. 

  • Constellation Learning Institute  partners with local and national test prep organizations if students are interested in formalized standardized test preparation.

  • Yes, Constellation Learning Institute supports student-led interest groups/clubs, as well as partnerships in the student’s community to help have extracurricular opportunities.

  • Classes are 20 students maximum per section.

  • We encourage course requests and will often open or develop new courses to accommodate demand.

  • Constellation Learning Institute is rolling admissions online homeschool program. We will support your student joining courses any time in the year.

Have questions about our accredited online homeschool program? Let’s chat.

We know starting an online journey looks different for every family. We are ready to help customize a path for your family of thrivers.