Frequently Asked Questions

Getting started

Who is Ideal Homeschool for?

Ideal Homeschool is built for homeschool families across the country who want clearer planning, practical support, and a calmer school year. We also work with co-ops, microschools, and organizations through our Partnership Program and Business Support consulting.

How do I get started?

You can join free Starter directly through the Rewritten community. If you are considering Family or Elite, answer a short questionnaire and schedule a 30-minute virtual Success Call with Sarah to review your goals. Join free Starter or schedule a free Success Call.

Can I enroll directly online?

Yes — Starter is free and can be joined directly. Family and Elite begin with a free Success Call so Sarah can confirm fit before sending enrollment next steps.

How do payments work?

Starter is free. Family and Elite payment begins only after a Success Call. Scholarship paths differ by program: Step Up families reserve funds in the marketplace (EMA), while AAA families pay Ideal Homeschool and submit our invoice through AAA. See Scholarships, our Step Up guide, and our AAA guide.

What happens on the Homeschool Success Call?

Sarah reviews your questionnaire answers, asks follow-up questions about your children, learning environment, and goals, walks through program options, and helps you decide next steps. There is no pressure to enroll on the call — the goal is clarity.

Programs

What is the difference between Starter, Family, and Elite?

Starter (free) gives Rewritten Skool access, Ideal Education courses, and weekly group conversation — great for connection and resources without full planning support. Family adds individualized planning, monthly check-ins, portfolio guidance, and year-round support through end-of-year evaluations. Elite includes everything in Family plus weekly check-ins, premium electives, exclusive retreats, and the highest level of support. Compare all programs.

Is Starter a free trial?

No. Starter is free — there is no trial period, payment, or credit card required. Family and Elite begin with a free Success Call.

Can I switch programs later?

Yes. Families often start in Starter and move to Family when they want deeper planning support, or upgrade to Elite for higher-touch guidance. Talk with Sarah during a check-in or Success Call to discuss the right time to change.

Homeschool support

Do you provide the actual curriculum?

Ideal Homeschool helps you choose and plan curriculum — we do not ship a single boxed curriculum to every family. The goal is to match each student with materials that fit their learning style, goals, and your family rhythm rather than forcing one standard path.

Can you help with portfolios, transcripts, and end-of-year evaluations?

Yes. Portfolio planning, progress documentation, transcript guidance, end-of-year assessments, and evaluation preparation are core parts of the Family and Elite programs. Starter members receive courses and group support but not individualized portfolio or evaluation planning.

Do you support students with exceptional learning needs?

Yes. Sarah has experience advocating for students through Exceptional Student Education and provides ESE assessment review, individualized planning, and ongoing support in the Family and Elite programs. Elite includes premium exceptional student support.

What is the IDEAL framework?

IDEAL stands for Integration, Differentiation, Essential Life Skills, Authentic Application, and Learning. It is the backbone of every program — art integrated into core subjects, individualized planning, real-world application, life skills, and end-of-year documentation. Learn more about our approach.

Florida families

Is Ideal Homeschool only for Florida families?

No. Families across the country can enroll in Starter, Family, and Elite. Sarah is a Florida Certified Professional Educator and understands Florida homeschool requirements well, but the programs are designed to support homeschool families wherever they are.

Do you accept scholarships?

Yes. We work with Florida Step Up For Students (PEP & UA) as an approved Choice Navigator Provider, and with families who have an active AAA Scholarship Foundation award. Read our scholarships hub, Step Up guide, and AAA guide, then schedule a free Success Call and tell Sarah which scholarship you plan to use.

Organizations & leaders

What is the Partnership Program?

Partnership is free for homeschool co-ops, microschools, and similar organizations. Your member families can join free Starter, your organization is listed in our partners directory, and a flat $100 referral credit is built in when a member family upgrades to Family or Elite. Learn about Partnership.

What is Business Support consulting?

Business Support is paid virtual consulting for leaders running homeschool programs, hybrid academies, learning pods, and education ventures. Sarah provides ongoing guidance on curriculum, operations, parent communication, and program development. Plans start at $1,200/mo. Explore Business Support.

Referrals & policies

How does the referral program work?

Approved referrers earn a flat $100 credit when a referred family enrolls in Family or Elite and completes their first paid month. Referred families receive $100 off their first month. Apply to the referral program for full details.

What is your refund policy?

Because Ideal Homeschool provides consulting, planning, and digital resources, payments are generally non-refundable once services or program access have been delivered. Starter is free. See our full Refund Policy for details.

How do I contact Ideal Homeschool?