About us
We’re a fully accredited, college-preparatory school for K–12 students. We provide transformative, holistic education in an online community.
A warm welcome from our Head of School
Welcome to LifePlus Online Academy!
In this global era of movement through travel and technology, the work of the international classroom at LifePlus Online Academy aims to build the kind of future world we want to live in together. Because school is a place of transformation—and we believe that each student is both in a process and exemplary.
School can be a place for students to develop knowledge and personal skills, applying them in purposeful ways. LifePlus schools recognize this and the importance of cultivating a digital learning mindset to prepare students for the future of work and citizenship. Beyond academics, we focus on how values and character impact all areas of life—as we step into more of who we are to become.
Our framework of nine values shows how students learn, love and lead – as they connect with meaningful causes, becoming thoughtful and responsible citizens. Each student develops creativity and leadership skills as they connect learning to their changing life.
I invite you to explore our website. Come see what could be your place with LifePlus Online Academy—and join us.
Warmly,
Dr Erika Carlson
Head of School
Our qualities
Community
Learning happens best in a community where we try out an idea, practice and get feedback. As the idea grows, we also grow: more able and confident. We bring our international community of staff, students and their families together through class activities, games, weekly live sessions and virtual discussions, quarterly cultural and academic exhibitions, and parent workshops.
Service
Everyone deserves respect; and the more we learn, the better we should be able to honor and care for ourselves and others. We always put our students first, meeting their needs and, in turn, modelling how to serve other people well—whatever our differences. Our courses help students make connections between what they learning and how to meet needs in their local community, whilst collaborative working teaches students how to interact with other people in a healthy way.
Transformation
There’s more to learning than gaining knowledge. Learning stretches who we are, challenges us, and offers us a fuller life. Studying alongside different people from different cultures isn’t always easy, but it’s an essential part of growing both mind and character. Our teachers strike a careful balance between supporting our students and pushing them academically, whilst our school timetable is designed to provide students with regular moments for reflection.
Impact
Learning gives us the knowledge and skills to get out of our comfort zone—and to change our communities for good. Our courses develop leadership qualities in our students through critical and creative thinking, revealing the connection between ‘learning’ and ‘doing’. Regular class and school celebrations honor our students for their achievements and the positive impact they’re having on their classmates, families and communities.
A brief history
Start of something special
Our first international school launched in Tianjin, China in 1986. We grew into a family of six international schools in China, one in the United Arab Emirates, and several bilingual schools.
Online partnerships
We launched online Chinese language and culture classes online in 2019 as part of our commitment to provide greater access to an international-school education across the world. Chinese families working abroad could connect with their language and cultural heritage through online learning.
World shift
In response to the global pandemic, we expanded online offerings to our consortium of schools in China and the United Arab Emirates. Families scattered around the world but remained connected to one another through a shift to online educational services.
Growing impact
A team assembled to develop an accredited online school able to share educational services with more families globally. Today we are delighted to deliver a scalable diploma program while focusing on each student’s individual needs.
In this section
Why learn online?
For centuries, the traditional classroom stayed largely the same. Then the internet changed the world of education. So what are the benefits of online learning?
Our values
There’s more to learning than gaining knowledge. To bring transformation from the inside out, we stay true to our values and invite students, families and communities to do the same.
Our staff
Succeed with the support of people whose focus is you. Our online educators are highly trained, hold a deep understanding of culture and stay committed to your continued growth.
Your next step
Meet a teacher
Get a sense of our global community for yourself.
Get involved
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Apply now
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Recognized for excellence
LifePlus Online Academy is accredited by Cognia, the largest education improvement organization in the world—demonstrating our commitment to learners, teachers, leaders and communities.