Yearn to Learn

Frequently Asked Question

General

  • 1- Would you tell me more about your school?

    Flexi Academy is a full-time school approved by Ontario Ministry of Education - BSID No. 886312, Canada, and registered in Florida Department of Education, USA, License No. 8266. Students can enroll and obtain official certificates and transcripts endorsed by those official relevant authorities in the USA or Canada. The school has a section that operates entirely online with the latest educational technologies and on an advanced educational platform that has been specifically designed to serve Flexi’s ideas and goals for education in the twenty-first century. Students can choose either the Canadian or American education system to study as they wish.

  • 2- What is Flexi Academy contact information?

    To view the school address and telephone numbers, click here.

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  • 3- How does it work in Flexi Academy?

    A student can register for the school at any time and work at his or her own pace. Each course contains instructional content that covers all the American/Canadian Learning Standards and American/Canadian curriculum expectations. All Flexi Academy Staff are experienced and qualified in their respective fields. Assignments and quizzes appear throughout the course content.

    Students submit their answers and written assignments online. There are interactive activities and multimedia elements throughout the content to engage students, provide opportunities to practice understanding, and differentiate instruction according to Varied Learning Styles. The assignments are submitted via students’ accounts on our portal. Any tests or quizzes will be timed and completed online. Once the course is finished, Flexi Academy will email official copies of the final report card to the students and guardians. This can also be sent to a student’s home address upon request, and at the cost of students.

    Students proceed through their courses as quickly or as slowly as they can. There are schedules and due dates to follow, but they are not obligatory. Students decide when to hand in their assignments but must comply with deadlines once the student opens the assignment on the system. Students also can determine when to take their tests to meet personal deadlines they might have. Attendance to study at the portal is tracked, as well as One-on-One Classes stated by Artificial Intelligence at Flexi Learning Management System. Students have up to 12 months to complete their courses and have the option to pay for course extensions. The course outline indicates that the course will take at least 110 hours and highlights the breakdown of each unit. Please keep in mind that the 110 hours reflect the number of hours a student may spend on the lessons and does not include additional time students may take tocomplete assignments or prepare for tests or examinations. At Flexi Academy, we recognize that students learn at different paces, and therefore, our teachers do not track the amount of time students spend online working on their courses. The rate of progress through the course is based on the students’ completion of the lessons and assessments.

  • 4- What are study modes at Flexi Academy?

    Flexi Academy has two study modes:

    1. Full-time Synchronous Mode, which includes:

    • Digital books
    • Interactive resources
    • Live classes with teachers
    • Assessment and grade reports
    • Official Certificates
    • Technical support
    • Academic follow-up
    • Registration in Florida Department of Education OR Ontario Ministry of Education

    2. Homeschooling Asynchronous Mode, which includes:

    • Digital books
    • Interactive resources
    • No live classes with teachers
    • No grade reports
    • No official Certificates
    • Technical support
    • No academic follow-up
    • No registration in Florida Department of Education OR Ontario Ministry of Education
  • 5- Where will students be registered?

    Upon enrollment, all students are going to be registered with the Ministry of Education in Ontario, or in Flexi Academy, which is registered in Florida Department of Education, USA. Students will receive certificates and reports upon transfer from one grade to the next. They also receive Progress Reports and certificates identifying their nomination to the next grades until Grade 8. From grade 9 to grade 12, students must choose either to complete the Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or the American High School Diploma (AHSD). This provides international students with the same privileges as students living in Ontario – Canada, or Florida - USA.

  • 6- Can students complete their studies after Flexi Academy?

    In general, Flexi Academy is officially licensed by ministries of education in Canada and USA. However, each school or university has admission requirements that may vary according to official instructions in each country. Flexi Academy Administration studies these requirements and fulfills them for all students. We provide attestation for credentials issued by flexi Academy from relevant official authorities in USA/Canada.

Academics

  • 7- What are the Courses; and how will students get Credits?

    Full Time Grade 1-8 Students must register for six subjects:

    1. FOUR Core Courses:
      • English Language Arts
      • Science
      • Mathematics
      • Social Studies
    2. One Foreign Language:
      • Arabic
      • French
      • Mandarin
    3. One Elective Subject:
      • Coding
      • STEM Connect
      • Visual and Performing Arts
      • Islamic Studies
      • Qur'an
      • Moral Education

    Full Time Grade 9 – 12 Students must abide by the plan in question 9

  • 8- Can I apply to a university or another school using Flexi certificates?

    This is the most important question that should be asked when you join any private school at the secondary level, as you must ensure that the school is licensed and allows students to enroll in universities upon graduation. As for Flexi Academy, it is licensed and accredited as follows:

    • Ontario Ministry of Education, Canada; License (BSID) No. 886312. Click here to view Ontario license and download the file.
    • Florida Department of Education, USA; License (Code) No. 8266. Click here to view Florida License. Click Jackson District, and download the file.
  • 9- How long does it take me to study a course?

    Students proceed through their courses as quickly or as slowly as they can. Students can determine when to take their tests to meet personal deadlines they might have. Students have up to 12 months to complete their courses and have the option to pay for course extensions. The course outline indicates that the course will take at least 110 hours and highlights the breakdown of each unit. Please keep in mind that the 110 hours reflect the number of hours a student may spend on the lessons and does not include additional time students may take to complete assignments or prepare for tests or examinations.

  • 10- Will these courses count towards my high school diploma?

    Yes

  • 11- What are the Programs you offer for Highschool?

    In Grades 1-8, student studies a balanced curriculum, which is aligned/curated with both American and Canadian learning standards, with the student retaining the right to enroll in either of them according to his/her desire.

    For grades 9 to 12, student must determine precisely which system to study, as per the following entails:

    Upon entering Grade 9, students can select one path for high school, either American HighSchool or Canadian High School:

    • To obtain American High School Diploma (AHSD), students must study 24 Credit Hours through Grades 9 to 12. Studying for 4 years is not mandatory, if at least 24 Credit Hours will be performed successfully.
    • For Canadian (Ontario) Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), students must pursue 30 Credits, 18 mandatory and 12 electives, from Grade 9 through Grade 12, in addition to performing 40 hours community involvement, and passing the OSSLT, or alternatively taking the OSSLC course. In Ontario Secondary School, we offer the following plan: Click here to view the plan.
    • In American High School, we offer the following plans: Grade 9 Grade 10 Grade 11 Grade 12
  • 12- Can I take a single course at Flexi Academy?

    Yes, you can select "Off the Shelf" upon registration to select the course you would like to take. The course will be available for 360 days, and will cost you 250 USD.

  • 13- How Does Teaching and Learning Work at Flexi Online Academy?

    Studying takes two stages:

    A) Live Classes:

    1. Be at any time from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm student local time. This means live classes will be anytime between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm.
    2. Students take ONE Group Class weekly for every subject in a fixed schedule. Students take other live sessions as individually needed.
    3. Students may attend 2 or 3 classes, or more or less daily, between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm, and the rest of the time students are not required to attend.
    4. Live classes schedule changes when sessions are added to the student and appear on the student calendar one day after individual classes are added.

    B) Self-Study:

    This section is performed by students at any time they choose and whenever is convenient for them.

  • 14- Do I have to wait until assignment is graded before I move forward in the course?

    No. You can continue working through your lessons at your own pace; however, we recommend waiting for your teacher’s feedback before submitting more assignments so that you can use the feedback to improve on future coursework.

  • 15- How do I communicate with my teachers?

    You will communicate with your teacher primarily through the live classes you attend with the teachers as per the class schedule, which is generated according to the weekly assessment report. You can also communicate with teachers via messaging within the learning environment. However, other modes of communication such as telephone or video conferencing can be arranged upon request and at the teacher’s discretion. FLEXI ACADEMY requests that teachers log in daily to respond to emails and address inquiries.

Registration

  • 16- When can I enroll in a course at Flexi Academy?

    Flexi Academy has ongoing enrollment, which means students may register on any day of the year. Typically, students will be able to begin courses within 48 hours of registration. Registrations that occur on holidays will be enrolled on the next day.

  • 17- How can I register?

    To register/enroll your child in Flexi Academy, kindly follow as identified below:

    1. Create your Free Parent Account by clicking this link.
    2. Add "child/children" to your account by clicking (Add Child).
    3. Upload documents and fill in the application.
    4. Once approved, you can enroll your child by clicking (Enroll). This will take you to the payment gate to select your convenient payment plan.
    5. You will receive the receipt at your registered email.
    6. Student Affairs will contact you once payment is successful to welcome you and inform login credentials.

    Required Documents:

    1. Last Academic Certificate
    2. ID/Passport Copy
    3. Birth Certificate
    4. Recent Photo
  • 18- What happens after I register?

    Once the registration process is complete, students will receive an initial email confirming their registration and payment. A second email will be sent with the student’s username and a password link. Typically, this email is received within 24 hours.

Licensing and Accreditation

  • Where is Flexi Academy registered?

    Flexi Academy is a full-time school approved by Ontario Ministry of Education - BSID No. 886312, Canada, and Florida Department of Education, USA, License No. 8266. Students can enroll and obtain official certificates and transcripts endorsed by those officialrelevant authorities in the USA or Canada.

    Ontario Ministry of Education, Canada; License (BSID) No. 886312 - Click here to view Ontario license, and download the file.

    Florida Department of Education, USA; License (Registration Code) No. 8266 - Click here to view Florida Registration. Click Jackson District, and download the file.

    Accreditation:

    Flexi Academy is accredited internationally by ARRAY Global and Middle States Association - MSA. ARRAY and MSA accreditations ensure quality education and excellent outcomes according to the highest international standards. Flexi Academy Students can get their credentials endorsed by those accrediting associations upon request.

Tuition Fees, Scholarships, and Bursaries

  • 20- What are the Tuition Fees?

    1) Full-time Students:

    We adopt a cost-effective model to provide education and learning to students by instructors and staff relevant to the region and time zones of the students; hence, the cost varies from one region to another, always guaranteeing the most convenient and most competitive offerings. For the fees relevant to your region, please create a free parent account by clicking here, and add your child’s information including the country of residence to see the tuition fees relevant to your country.

    2) Homeschoolers: 250 USD/Yearly

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  • 21- When is payment of the tuition fees due?

    We offer different payment plans as per the parent’s choice. Fees can be paid yearly, bi-yearly, quarterly, or even monthly. Please register to our platform and create your free parent account to check your favorite payment plan.

  • 22- Can I pay all the tuition fees for a full year in advance?

    Yes.

  • 23- Does the tuition fee include cost of examinations?

    Yes.

  • 24- Do you offer any academic scholarships?

    Prospective pupils demonstrating outstanding potential may be considered for a scholarship. Up to incoming year, based on their application form and their relative performance against their cohort during the admissions process. To apply for a scholarship, click here.

  • 25- Do you offer bursaries?

    We offer 5 full bursaries every year, and students can keep the same advantages if student’s performance, circumstances, or admission conditions remain the same. Our bursaries are worth 100% of tuition fees. To apply for a bursary, click here.

  • 26- What is Flexi Academy refunding policy?

    All our teaching staff are dedicated to ensuring that you have an enjoyable, and academically successful, time at Flexi Academy. However, if you do decide that you want to change to a different school, then you must give one term’s notice. Please see our refunding policy. Please note that by registering to Flexi Academy, it means that you agree to this policy.

  • 27- What are other additional costs?

    Flexi Academy has no additional costs, except for a 110 USD registration fee, paid once in a lifetime. For the vast majority of our students, the tuition fee for their course is the only fee they pay to get enrolled in Flexi Academy. Additional fees may apply in the following circumstances:

    • Course Transfers:
    • A student has the option to transfer from one course to another at any time within the 12-month completion deadline. If a student requests a transfer, an administrative fee will be required as the preliminary work will have to be repeated by our staff. It is important to note that if a student transfers into a new course, the 12-month deadline will not refresh. The student will be required to complete the new course within the original 12-month deadline, based upon the enrolment date of the original course. Transfers will not be available to a student who has completed more than three assessments. The decision of the FLEXI ACADEMY Registrar is final in all cases involving refund requests and course transfers.

    • Course Extensions:
    • Students will have the opportunity to extend a course if they are unable to complete the course within the 12-month time limit. The extension options are listed below:

      • 1 additional month: $50
      • 2 additional months: $75
      • 3 additional months: $100
      • 4 additional months: $125
      • 5 additional months: $150
      • 6 additional months: $175

      The maximum length of extension allowed for any course is 6 months total. Students must pay for the extension on or before the date of expiration. Fees apply to the number of months being purchased at the time of transaction and are not calculated in combination with any extensions previously purchased by the student. For example, if a student purchases one month for $50 and requires an additional one-month extension, the same fee ($50) will apply, with no fee reductions. Students will be removed from theircourses on the next business day following the expiration date. Once removed, the course cannot be reactivated.