Which Abeka Program Should I Choose?  

If you want to homeschool with Abeka, you’re probably trying to decide between Parent-Led and Abeka Academy. Maybe you’re new to learning at home, and you feel a bit overwhelmed as you weigh these options. Or you could be an experienced homeschool parent who is switching to Abeka. Whatever your stage of homeschooling, choosing between Parent-Led and Abeka Academy takes time. After all, you want to pick the option that helps your family succeed. 

Since so many families wonder which program to choose, we’ve put together this overview that explains what makes each option unique. You’ll notice that neither is a “better” way to homeschool. They’re simply built to support different teaching and learning preferences. Choose the program that matches your lifestyle, and give yourself grace in the decision-making process!  

Abeka Academy 

Abeka Academy is an online video homeschool program, each enrollment comes with 170 days of engaging video lessons, your child’s books, quizzes and tests, and a video school guide.

Is Abeka Academy Right for Me?  

Abeka Academy could be a great fit for you if you’d prefer to guide and encourage your child instead of teaching every subject.  

If you would like to save the steps of creating your own report cards and transcripts, accredited Academy will make homeschooling easier.

You Get Support from Experienced Teachers  

With Abeka Academy, your child gets easy-to-understand teaching from prerecorded video lessons. Each lesson is taught by a Master teacher through the lens of a biblical worldview. This means you won’t need to teach subjects you’re not comfortable with, and your child still gets a high-quality education.  

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You Get a Fully Accredited Program 

From K5 through 12, Abeka Academy is fully accredited. This means we’ll keep your student’s academic records, grade exams for you, and send you free report cards and transcripts. If your child graduates, they also can take part in the ceremony in Pensacola, Florida.  

Parent-Led Abeka 

Parent-Led Abeka lets you create your own homeschool plan by choosing from physical books, lesson plans, single subject video lessons, and other materials. 

Is Parent-Led Right for Me?  

Parent-Led might be a great fit for you if you want to teach your child yourself and choose materials. You’ll be in complete control of your child’s learning, and with Abeka parent kits and resources, you’ll have everything you need to teach with confidence. 

Wondering what Parent-Led looks like for other families? Read this success story.  

You’ll Teach Your Child Yourself  

With Parent-Led, you’ll have the opportunity to teach your child daily. You’ll answer questions, see them light up when they understand, and lead them toward success.  

This might sound like a lot, but you can do it! You won’t need to teach from scratch. To get support, you can buy lesson plans and teacher editions. These include suggestions for what to teach, step-by-step instructions for what to say, discussion questions, and other valuable resources.  

You’ll Choose Materials   

Parent-Led gives you maximum freedom to pick from textbooks, video lessons, lesson plans, and more. 

To make shopping easier, you could buy full-grade or single-subject child kits. These bundles include all your child needs for the entire year or subject. 

If you would like step-by-step instructions for teaching, you can choose from parent kits which include teacher’s editions, answer keys, lesson plans, and supplemental materials. 

What Do Abeka Academy and Parent-Led Have in Common?  

These options are built for different families, but they share what Abeka is known for: they’re both high-quality, biblically-based programs that give families flexibility. 

The Biblical Worldview 

All Abeka materials, from video lessons to physical textbooks, were created to reflect Christian values and truth from Scripture. These faith-based programs will help you teach your child good character while encouraging them to follow Jesus Christ.  

High-Quality Materials 

Abeka products are created with excellence. The textbooks are written by experienced teachers before being piloted at Pensacola Christian Academy where real teachers use them and provide suggestions for improvement. Following this process, the books are revised before finally being released to you.  

Proven Success  

Since 1972, millions of students have studied with Abeka and been prepared for success. Both parent-led and Abeka Academy are proven options that help students thrive while learning at home.  

But don’t take our word for it! Read our reviews to see what other families say about Abeka. 

Flexibility 

Abeka materials prioritize your freedom. Whether you’re using Abeka Academy’s pre-recorded lessons or teaching with Parent-Led, you can do schoolwork anytime and anywhere, allowing you to plan learning around your other responsibilities. 

Give Yourself Grace 

We hope this brief overview of Abeka’s programs gives you clarity!  

As a parent, picking a homeschool program can sometimes feel overwhelming. Remember, you’ve done your homework and considered your options, so choose with confidence the program you believe is the best match. Remember, there’s no right way to homeschool, just the way that best fits your family.  

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