A school designed for independent thinkers

We help students find their own path

Modern teens and parents face an unprecedented landscape of challenges. The pressure to succeed, the shifting dynamics of the future job market, and the general difficulty of making ends meet can make navigating traditional education feel more stressful than inspiring. For many families, the one-size-fits-all model of schooling adds to this burden rather than alleviating it, leaving students disengaged and parents searching for alternatives that actually fit their lives.

Yet, we live in a time of incredible possibility. The prevalence of instantly accessible information, increased global communication, and the rapid development of artificial intelligence present opportunities that were unimaginable just a decade ago. We believe that by embracing these tools instead of restricting them, we can help students not just survive the modern world, but thrive in it—learning to leverage technology, think critically, and communicate powerfully in ways that redefine what it means to be educated.

Things We're Passionate About

Inquiry-Based Learning

We believe that true understanding doesn't come from memorizing answers, but from asking the right questions. Our curriculum is designed to spark curiosity, encouraging students to dive deep into subjects that matter to them. By guiding them through the process of inquiry, we help them develop the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate complex information and arrive at their own informed conclusions.

Video-Driven Communication Platforms

In a world that increasingly relies on remote collaboration and digital media, being able to articulate ideas on camera is an essential literacy. We harness the power of video-driven communication not just to deliver content, but to allow students to express themselves, practice presenting, and engage with their peers and instructors authentically, bridging the gap between asynchronous learning and personal connection.

Using AI as a Learning Tool

Rather than fearing artificial intelligence, we actively teach our students how to partner with it. We view AI as the ultimate collaborative tool—one that can summarize vast amounts of research, help brainstorm ideas, and provide instant feedback. By learning to structure queries, evaluate AI-generated responses critically, and refine the output with human judgment and voice, our students prepare to lead in an AI-integrated future.

A Modern Approach to Education

We believe that a private school education shouldn't break the bank. Our unique, pay-as-you-go model unbundles the traditional costs of education, allowing you to pay around $50 a month for a standard-paced course. Start for free, and only pay for the assessments and teacher support you need.

Explore For Free

Dive into any course with zero commitment. Embracing an open-source philosophy, our learning materials are freely available to everyone.

  • Access all course content and exam tasks any time.
  • Try out 3 days of any course completely risk-free.
  • Experience our learning style before you pay a cent.

We believe you should know exactly what you're getting into. There are no paywalls hiding our curriculum. Browse freely, try our methods, and see if our asynchronous approach clicks with your student's learning style.

Free Always open

1. App Access & Registration

Ready to start officially? Your registration fee unlocks all interactive educational applications used to facilitate your chosen course.

  • Try out course apps up to the end of the first unit (approx. 4 weeks).
  • Sequentially complete up to 3 OSSD credits per year.
  • Take as long as you want by extending your registration.

Registration gets you "in the building." It provides access to our proprietary simulators, AI-driven learning tools, and the digital infrastructure that makes asynchronous learning possible. You are officially an Async Academy student.

$50 Annual

2. Assessment Credits

Pay-as-you-go as you complete each unit. An Assessment Credit guarantees that an Ontario Certified Teacher (OCT) will review your work and provide detailed feedback.

  • Required to submit assignments for each unit.
  • Your first credit adds you to our Ministry of Education enrolment register.
  • Most courses consist of 4 units plus an exam (5 credits total).

This is where the magic of feedback happens. You only pay for a teacher's time when you actually need it. Submit a unit's worth of work, and receive highly personalized, actionable feedback from an expert educator to help you grow.

$50 Per unit/exam

3. Teacher Time (Optional)

Need some extra help? You can purchase Teacher Time credits whenever you need to talk to an educator.

  • Book a 30-minute 1-on-1 video conference with an OCT teacher.
  • Review complex concepts or ask specific questions.
  • Discounted bundles are available for multiple sessions.

Not everyone needs 1-on-1 support, so we don't build it into the base cost. But when you hit a wall or just want a deeper discussion about a topic, our teachers are available to jump on a call and help you through it.

$50 Per 30-min session
Class # of Units Exam Teacher Time Total Cost
after registration
History 4 1 Optional From $250
English 6-7 1 Optional From $350-400
Phys Ed 4 1 Optional From $250
Music 4 1 Optional From $250