Business Details
33 Years
experience
Accredited Online Homeschool Programs
West River Academy was founded in 1993 with a mission to empower families through educational freedom. Our approach transforms life experiences into academic credits, offering an accredited alternative to traditional schooling. With over 30 years of experience, we serve families in more than 50 countries, providing personalized support for homeschooling and unschooling journeys. Our team, led by founder Peggy Webb, specializes in creating flexible learning pathways that align with each family's unique needs. We prioritize student autonomy while ensuring rigorous academic standards through customized transcripts and college preparatory guidance.Accredited by the National Association for the Legal Support of Alternative Schools, our programs have enabled thousands of students to achieve success in higher education and beyond. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in our Teen Mentorship Program and international recognition by universities worldwide. We maintain transparency through clear enrollment processes, affordable fee structures, and comprehensive support resources. Our track record demonstrates that self-directed learning can produce exceptional academic outcomes while preserving students' natural curiosity and passion for discovery.
Services
Online Homeschooling
High School Graduation
Transcript Services
Teen Mentorship
International Support
College Preparation
Unschooling Guidance
Curriculum Customization
Diploma Programs
Academic Advising
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of experience in homeschooling support since 1993
- Customized learning plans aligned with student interests and goals
- Accredited diplomas accepted by universities worldwide
- Personalized transcript creation from life experiences
- Multilingual support for international families
Associations and certifications
- National Association for the Legal Support of Alternative Schools (NALSAS)
What people say
Changed my life
Academic freedom
Supportive staff
Successful college admissions
Personalized approach
Services
Online Homeschooling
Our online homeschooling program provides accredited K-12 education through personalized learning plans. Students progress at their own pace while receiving expert guidance. We specialize in converting real-world experiences into academic credits that meet international standards.
High School Graduation
Our accredited high school diploma program requires four years of documented learning experiences. Students create personalized transcripts through our graduation project, which combines written narratives with academic evaluations to demonstrate mastery of required subjects.
Teen Mentorship
This personalized mentorship program helps teens develop academic focus and life skills. Certified mentors guide students through goal setting, emotional intelligence development, and college/career preparation using customized learning strategies.
Transcript Services
We help students convert unschooling experiences into official transcripts. Our experts work with families to document learning through portfolios, narratives, and competency assessments that meet university admission requirements.
International Support
Our international program includes language-specific support and document legalization services. We assist families with Apostille processing and country-specific educational requirements while maintaining our flexible learning philosophy.
People
Peggy Webb
Founder and Director
Peggy Webb founded West River Academy in 1993 after successfully homeschooling her three daughters. With teaching experience in Japan and the US, she pioneered the academy's unschooling approach that has helped over 10,000 families worldwide.
Karen Webb
Assistant Director
Karen Webb, Peggy's eldest daughter, graduated from West River Academy in 2002. After earning her degree in Technical Management, she returned to help develop the academy's college preparatory programs and mentorship initiatives.
Stacey Webb
Administrative Director
Stacey Webb joined the academy in 2017 after managing international student programs. Her experience with alternative education systems informs her work supporting families through the academy's enrollment and documentation processes.
Rachel Webb
Creative Director
Rachel Webb, the youngest academy director, brings her global perspective from studying in multiple countries. She leads curriculum innovation efforts and international outreach programs while maintaining the academy's founding educational philosophy.
Questions
What is unschooling education?
Unschooling follows student-led learning through life experiences. We help document these experiences as academic credits through personalized transcripts that meet international standards.
How do you convert life experiences into credits?
Our advisors work with families to document learning through portfolios, narratives, and competency assessments that demonstrate mastery of required subjects in a natural learning environment.
Is your diploma accredited?
Yes, we're accredited by NALSAS and recognized by universities worldwide. Our diplomas can be legalized with Apostilles for international acceptance.
Do you offer college preparation?
Our Teen Mentorship Program includes college application guidance. Over 90% of our graduates gain admission to their first-choice universities.
How does international enrollment work?
We offer two enrollment periods matching Northern and Southern Hemisphere academic years. Our team provides language-specific support and document legalization services for global families.
What support services are available?
We provide monthly newsletters, Q&A sessions, social hours in multiple languages, and personalized academic advising throughout your educational journey.
