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Online School for Atlanta Families | Forest Trail Academy
If you’re raising a kid in Atlanta, you already know the city moves fast — and the school system doesn’t always keep up. Whether your child is spending mornings at Tyler Perry Studios, your family just relocated for a role at Delta or Coca-Cola, or you’re simply tired of the I-285 commute chaos eating into family time, there’s a better way to handle K-12. Forest Trail Academy gives Atlanta families an accredited, fully online option that bends around your life — not the other way around.
Why Atlanta Families Choose Forest Trail Academy
Atlanta is one of the most dynamic cities for working families in the country — and that creates real scheduling conflicts. The city’s film and TV industry is massive. Tyler Perry Studios on the former Fort McPherson site employs thousands of locals, and Netflix, Amazon, and Disney all run major production facilities here. If your child is pursuing acting or performing arts — whether they’re auditioning in Midtown, on set in Fayetteville, or training at a studio in Smyrna — a rigid school bell schedule simply doesn’t work. FTA lets your child keep up with coursework between takes, on travel days, and during production hiatus. Their education doesn’t pause just because the industry doesn’t.
Beyond entertainment, Atlanta’s corporate landscape adds another layer of complexity for families. Relocations happen constantly when your household is tied to the headquarters of Coca-Cola, Delta, Home Depot, CNN, or NCR Voyix. Buckhead and Sandy Springs families often find themselves mid-year with a child who needs to transfer schools — and the credit transfer process at traditional schools is a headache. FTA accepts transcripts from any Atlanta-area school, from Marist to Woodward Academy to Riverwood International Charter, and your child picks up right where they left off. No semester gaps, no repeated coursework, no wasted progress.
What You Get with FTA
- Cognia Accreditation: Your FTA diploma is recognized by Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State, Spelman, Morehouse and all US public and private universities.
- No Fixed Class Times: Study at 6am before training, after your shift, on weekends — whatever fits your Atlanta lifestyle.
- Open Enrollment: Start any week of the year. No waiting for September or next semester.
- One School Through Every Change: PCS moves, relocations, and family changes don’t disrupt your child’s education at FTA.
How to Get Started from Atlanta
- Call or Submit an Inquiry: Reach our admissions team at 800-890-6269 — they know the Atlanta area and can answer local questions.
- Submit Previous Transcripts: FTA evaluates credits from any Atlanta-area school.
- Start Learning: Coursework begins within days. No waiting.
Questions About Online School in Atlanta?
Q: Is FTA’s diploma recognized by Georgia universities?
A: Yes — our Cognia-accredited diploma is accepted by Emory, Georgia Tech, Georgia State, Spelman, Morehouse, all Georgia public universities, and 1,000+ colleges nationwide.
Q: Can we start mid-year from Atlanta?
A: Yes — open enrollment means you can start any week.
Q: How does online proctoring work for Atlanta students?
A: Fully remote, webcam-based. No testing center needed anywhere in Atlanta.
Part of the Georgia FTA Community
Atlanta families are part of Forest Trail Academy’s broader Georgia community. Learn more about FTA for Georgia students here →
Forest Trail Academy | 2101 Vista Parkway, Suite 226, West Palm Beach, FL 33411 | 800-890-6269 | Florida DOE School Code 3970
FTA Programs Available to You
Forest Trail Academy offers the complete K-12 curriculum to students in your area. All programs are 100% online, self-paced, and open for enrollment year-round.
Elementary School (Kindergarten-Grade 5)
Accredited elementary curriculum covering reading, math, science, and social studies. Students progress at their own pace with certified teacher support.
Middle School (Grades 6-8)
FTA middle school prepares students for high school with rigorous core subjects and academic counseling on a flexible schedule.
High School (Grades 9-12)
Our Cognia-accredited high school diploma program includes all graduation requirements plus AP courses and college-prep guidance. Recognized by 1,000+ universities worldwide.
Homeschool Programs
FTA homeschool support gives families the academic structure, certified teachers, and official transcripts that colleges require.
Tuition and Enrollment
Tuition from $255.75/month. Open enrollment year-round. Contact admissions to start today.
