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Online School for Richmond Families | Forest Trail Academy
If your child is a dedicated AAU basketball or lacrosse player putting in hours at the Diamond District or traveling across Virginia for tournaments, you already know how hard it is to keep up with a rigid school schedule. Or maybe you’re a Henrico or Chesterfield County parent whose gifted student has simply outpaced what the local zoned school can offer. Either way, Forest Trail Academy gives your family a fully accredited, self-paced K-12 education that bends around your life — not the other way around.
Why Richmond Families Choose Forest Trail Academy
Richmond is not a typical city, and Richmond families don’t have typical needs. As the state capital, it draws government professionals, VCU Health clinicians working rotating shifts, and Federal Reserve Bank employees whose schedules rarely follow the school calendar. The arts and tech corridor stretching through Scott’s Addition and The Fan has also pulled in a wave of entrepreneurs and creatives who want the same kind of flexibility in their children’s education that they’ve built into their own work lives. At Forest Trail Academy, your child studies on a schedule that fits your household — not the bell schedule of a building you’d have to drive across town to reach.
Families from Henrico and Chesterfield County consistently find their way to FTA for two big reasons: gifted learners who need to move faster than a traditional classroom allows, and student athletes competing at a high level in AAU basketball and lacrosse who simply cannot sacrifice training time for a commute. When your eighth-grader is training five days a week and traveling for tournaments on weekends, FTA lets them knock out coursework at 6am before the gym or late in the evening after practice — and never fall behind. Your child’s education keeps moving whether they’re in Richmond, in a gym in Virginia Beach, or on the road.
What You Get with FTA
- Cognia Accreditation: Your FTA diploma is recognized by VCU, University of Richmond, VCU Health, Virginia Union and all US public and private universities.
- No Fixed Class Times: Study at 6am before training, after your shift, on weekends — whatever fits your Richmond 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 Richmond
- Call or Submit an Inquiry: Reach our admissions team at 800-890-6269 — they know the Richmond area and can answer local questions.
- Submit Previous Transcripts: FTA evaluates credits from any Richmond-area school.
- Start Learning: Coursework begins within days. No waiting.
Questions About Online School in Richmond?
Q: Is FTA’s diploma recognized by Virginia universities?
A: Yes — our Cognia-accredited diploma is accepted by VCU, University of Richmond, VCU Health, Virginia Union, all Virginia public universities, and 1,000+ colleges nationwide.
Q: Can we start mid-year from Richmond?
A: Yes — open enrollment means you can start any week.
Q: How does online proctoring work for Richmond students?
A: Fully remote, webcam-based. No testing center needed anywhere in Richmond.
Part of the Virginia FTA Community
Richmond families are part of Forest Trail Academy’s broader Virginia community. Learn more about FTA for Virginia 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.
