How does Outschool vet its teachers?

Teachers undergo background checks and an application review before being approved to teach.

What ages does Outschool serve?

Classes are designed for learners roughly ages 3 to 18.

Are Outschool classes live or recorded?

Classes are live and interactive, typically in small groups, not pre-recorded video.

Can I try a single Outschool class before committing to a series?

Yes, most classes can be booked as single sessions before committing to a multi-week series.

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Outschool

Live, small-group online classes for kids ages 3-18, on almost any subject

Outschool is the best option for parents seeking live, interactive classes for kids beyond what school offers — from coding to creative writing to languages.

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Overall score

out of 10

Price

Pay-per-class, typically $10-45 per class

Free plan

Courses

150,000+ live classes

Languages

Primarily English, some classes in other languages

Certificates

Offline access

Course Catalog78%

With 150,000+ classes, Outschool covers everything from core academics to coding, art, languages, and niche hobby topics for ages 3-18.

Teaching Quality80%

Teachers are vetted and background-checked, and live small-group formats keep kids more engaged than passive video lessons — quality still varies by individual teacher.

Platform UX84%

The parent dashboard makes it easy to browse by age and subject, track a child's schedule, and read teacher reviews.

Pros

✓Live, small-group classes keep kids genuinely engaged

✓Enormous variety, from academics to hobbies and languages

✓Teachers are vetted and background-checked

✓Flexible scheduling across time zones

Cons

–No free plan — every class is paid per session

–Quality varies by individual teacher

–Costs add up quickly for weekly recurring classes

What’s included

Live small-group video classes

One-time and multi-week class options

Vetted, background-checked teachers

Parent dashboard and progress notes

Flexible scheduling

Sibling and multi-class discounts

Pricing

Classes are pay-per-session, typically $10-45 depending on length and teacher — costs add up for weekly recurring classes but single sessions are easy to trial.

Certificates

Outschool doesn't offer certificates — it's built for enrichment and skill-building rather than formal credentialing.

Mobile App

A mobile app supports browsing and joining classes, with the live video sessions running smoothly.

Popular courses on Outschool

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Coding with Scratch: Build Your Own Game

Live beginner coding class for kids using Scratch.

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Spanish for Kids: Conversational Basics

Small-group live Spanish lessons for young learners.

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Creative Writing Workshop for Tweens

Live workshop building storytelling and writing skills.

Reviewed by

Sofia Nakamura · Lead EdTech Analyst

Frequently asked questions

No, all classes are paid per session, typically $10-45.