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Power Homeschool (Acellus)

Self-paced video courses in every subject, PreK–12, graded automatically.

Updated September 2026 · 8 sources

GradesPreK–12
ApproachOnline video, mastery
Who teachesThe program does the teaching
Parent prepVery low
Screen timeOnline
Video lessonsIncluded: video lessons for every lesson
FaithNo religious content
CostPrice covers all subjects: $99 a month per student (about $1,188 over 12 months; $79 a month with a scholarship) for up to 6 courses at once in any subject. Math isn't sold separately (source)
PlacementPlacement exams after you enroll
Placement happens inside the program.

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What parents say

Busy families like that kids can work through video lessons on their own while parents track progress from a dashboard, and some parents say the math teaching is solid. Common complaints are that kids get stuck on math with little live help, rigor and video quality are uneven, and customer support is weak. Reviewers also mention a 2020 controversy over offensive lesson content and a steep price increase in 2025.

Parents love

  • Hands-off for parents
  • Every subject on one subscription
  • Alternate explanation videos

Common complaints

  • Kids get stuck with little help
  • Uneven rigor, dated videos
  • Big 2025 price increase

Who it fits

Best for

  • Pictures and diagrams. Video lessons with alternate explanations
  • Online. Runs online
  • Video lessons a big plus. Video lessons for every lesson
  • Video lessons nice to have. Video lessons for every lesson
  • Minimal: solo work. Built to run without a parent teaching
  • Rusty. Lessons teach the concepts for you
  • Anxious about it. The program does the teaching
  • Master one topic, then move on. Must pass each step to move on

Less suited for

  • Mostly offline. Screen-based
  • Plenty: I teach it. Little role for a parent who loves to teach

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Questions parents ask

Is Power Homeschool spiral or mastery?

Power Homeschool is described as online video, mastery. It's mastery-based: each topic is taught in depth before moving on.

What grades does Power Homeschool cover?

Power Homeschool covers grades PreK–12.

How much does Power Homeschool cost?

Price covers all subjects: $99 a month per student (about $1,188 over 12 months; $79 a month with a scholarship) for up to 6 courses at once in any subject. Math isn't sold separately. Prices were checked on publisher or retailer pages in September 2026; check current prices before buying.

Is Power Homeschool Christian or secular?

Power Homeschool is secular: it has no religious content.

Is Power Homeschool online?

Online. The program does the teaching.

Does Power Homeschool have a placement test?

Yes, it's built in. Placement exams after you enroll. Placement happens inside the program.

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