FAQs about Legacy Online School in the UAE

Yes. Legacy holds WASC accreditation (Western Association of Schools and Colleges) and College Board Level I status, school code 000114. WASC accredits the school itself, and Legacy is not KHDA-licensed. Verify directly at acswasc.org.

Yes, when issued by an accredited school. Legacy’s diploma follows completion of a WASC-accredited program and has been used by graduates for college admissions, employment, and military enlistment – a real diploma, not a certificate substitute.

No. Your diploma and transcript will show “Legacy School,” not “Legacy Online School,” and they won’t mention “online” or “distance learning” anywhere.

Legacy was founded in 2023 and now serves more than 1,200 students across 30+ countries. It’s WASC-accredited and holds College Board Level I status – both verifiable directly through acswasc.org and the College Board.

Yes, every enrolled student receives official transcripts and report cards on request, useful for visa registration, transfers, or university applications.

Many do. Our graduates have been accepted to schools including Penn State, NYU, Boston University, George Washington University, and Northeastern, among others. Acceptance always depends on the individual university’s own decision, not a guarantee we can make.

Recognition depends on the receiving school, not on us – in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, individual institutions decide whether they accept Western-accredited qualifications. Legacy is accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges), a nationally recognized US accrediting body. For any international transfer, confirm acceptance directly with the receiving school beforehand rather than assuming.

No. Legacy is not KHDA-licensed or UAE Ministry of Education-approved. We’re a US-accredited international online school serving expat families in the UAE. Enrolling with us doesn’t replace obligations under UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 39/2022 on compulsory education; families are responsible for verifying compliance.

This depends on the receiving school’s own admissions and transfer policies, which we don’t control. Our official transcripts document coursework and grades to support that application, but acceptance is the receiving school’s decision.

Attestation or equivalency requirements vary by school in the UAE – some ask for Western-accredited diplomas to be attested, others don’t. Confirm directly with the receiving school. Legacy provides documentation to support this either way: Certificate of Completion, Enrollment Verification, official transcripts, and, for graduates, a US high school diploma. We’re happy to supply anything additional your transfer needs.

Subject sequencing and terminology differ from British and CBSE systems. Our placement process, or transcript review for high schoolers, is designed to place your child at the right level.

That’s the core reason expat families choose us. Classes run online wherever you’re based, so a move doesn’t mean changing schools mid-year. Just confirm your new country’s compulsory education rules apply to your situation.

An American K-12 curriculum delivered through FlexPoint Education Cloud (developed by FLVS), covering core academic subjects plus 19 AP courses for college-level credit.

Our full-time Live Group program runs 15–25 hours of live instruction per week, with the exact number depending on your child’s grade level – Elementary, Middle School, and High School each follow a different weekly schedule. Self-Paced students aren’t tied to a fixed weekly hour count, since they work within semester deadlines instead.

No. Legacy delivers an American curriculum in English and doesn’t require Arabic or teach Islamic studies as a subject. World history and related topics are presented in an academically neutral way.

No. English is the only required language at Legacy, since it’s the language of instruction and students need it to follow their teachers from day one. For students who need extra support, we offer English courses alongside the regular curriculum to help them adjust. Spanish is available, but strictly as an elective for students who want to take it. For more information visit our online high school page.

Science labs run virtually through Buzz, our learning platform, for a safe and consistent experience across locations. Students get digital lab instructions, tools, and materials to complete interactive experiments online, building the same grade-level science concepts a physical lab would cover – no shipped kits or lab space required. For more information visit our online high school page.

Yes. 19 AP courses are available to full-time students, along with academic counseling for college applications. AP courses can’t be taken as standalone add-ons; they’re part of a full enrollment.

Yes. Our Elementary program starts at Kindergarten. Younger students typically benefit most from Live Group’s structure and real-time teacher interaction rather than fully independent Self-Paced study. For more information visit our online elementary school page.

Younger students in Live Group attend shorter, age-appropriate live sessions rather than a full adult-length school day, paired with offline and hands-on activities built into the elementary curriculum. It isn’t structured as all-day screen time by design – Self-Paced can be split up further for even more control over daily screen exposure. For more information visit our online elementary school page.

Live Group means scheduled classes with a teacher and classmates, capped at 15 students. Self-Paced has no fixed timetable. One-on-One is fully individual, private lessons on a custom schedule. All three lead to the same diploma.

It depends on your child’s personality and your family’s schedule – Live Group suits students who want structure and classmates, Self-Paced suits independent learners or families managing time zones or travel, and One-on-One suits students needing individual pacing. Admissions can help you decide.

Live Group classes are taught live, not pre-recorded, in 60-minute sessions. Self-Paced students learn from recorded video lessons instead, with a teacher grading work and giving feedback rather than teaching in real time.

Yes. Part-time Group Learning covers 3 credits a year, about half the course load of full-time, and works well alongside a current school for select subjects. AP courses require full enrollment, though.

Live Group sessions are recorded, so a missed class isn’t lost – your child can catch up on the recording. Regular attendance is still tracked and matters for engagement, but one absence won’t derail progress.

Yes, mainly through Self-Paced learning, which lets students move at their own speed, or our Accelerated diploma track (18 credits instead of 24). How much time that saves depends on the student’s specific transcript.

Gulf-region classes run on Gulf Standard Time (GST). Core subjects are typically scheduled between 9:00 AM and 12:45 PM, with electives and clubs in the early afternoon, Monday through Friday. Exact start times shift slightly by grade level and specific course – admissions confirms your child’s schedule once they’re placed.

Yes. Legacy runs a dedicated Live Group schedule timed to Gulf Standard Time for Gulf-region students, so a daytime option exists beyond Self-Paced.

The academic year runs 36–42 weeks with a fixed holiday schedule, with exact start and end dates set annually. Check our current academic calendar with admissions for this year’s specific dates.

This depends heavily on your plan. Live Group follows scheduled class blocks like a traditional school day, while Self-Paced is organized around deadlines rather than fixed hours. Ask admissions for a sample schedule at your child’s grade level.

Pricing follows the same structure globally: it depends on the learning plan and grade, plus a one-time enrollment fee of $299 for the first child ($199 per sibling). We don’t quote one flat figure because plans price differently. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Tuition covers instruction, access to Buzz, grading, and feedback. AP course materials are billed separately, typically $20–$55 per course, and extra tutoring beyond scheduled sessions is $25/hour. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Yes, one-time: $299 for the first child, $199 per sibling. It’s non-refundable. Tuition is separate – withdraw within 7 calendar days of enrolling and tuition is refunded in full. Full terms are in your enrollment agreement. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Yes. Monthly, semester, and annual payment options are all available, with annual payment typically working out cheaper and protecting you from a mid-year price increase. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Yes, on the enrollment fee – it drops to $199 for each sibling after the first child. We don’t have a separate published multi-child tuition discount beyond that to confirm here. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Our current scholarship partnerships are built around specific US state programs (ESA and voucher programs), which don’t apply to UAE-based families. We don’t have a confirmed UAE-specific financial aid program to point you to right now – ask admissions if that’s changed. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Withdraw within 7 calendar days of enrolling for a full tuition refund; the enrollment fee stays non-refundable. Beyond that window, refund terms follow your signed enrollment agreement – read that section carefully before paying.

There’s no strict pass/fail test, but a working level matters since all instruction is in English. As a general guide, Elementary students should be close to B1–B2 (CEFR), while Middle and High School students should be closer to B2–C1. Admissions can assess your child’s readiness and recommend English support if needed.

This needs an honest, individual conversation with admissions, since all instruction is in English. We won’t tell you it will definitely work without knowing your child’s current level.

Yes. Legacy offers dedicated ESL courses at Beginner and Intermediate levels, covering reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and academic communication skills – built specifically for non-native English speakers, not just general tutoring. This runs alongside our regular Learning Support Specialist assistance for any other academic needs.

For Kindergarten through 8th grade without existing transcripts, yes – a placement test confirms the right level. High schoolers are placed using transcripts, not a test.

Yes. Our admissions lead, Farouq, and our Learning Support Specialist, Farah, are both available to support Arabic-speaking families directly – from answering enrollment questions to walking you through documents and placement. Just let admissions know when you reach out, and they’ll connect you with Arabic-language support.

Enrollment happens online through our admissions process – you submit documents, choose a learning plan, and get a placement based on transcripts or a placement test if needed.

Typically proof of age and previous transcripts or report cards for grades 9–12; K–8 students without transcripts can take a placement test instead. Exact requirements are confirmed by admissions based on your child’s grade.

Yes – enrollment is open year-round, including mid-year, and most students start within about a week of submitting the required documents.

Based on your child’s most recent transcript or report card for grades 9–12, or a placement test for K–8 students without transcripts.

Not automatically – a placement test (K–8) or transcript review (high school) will confirm the right starting point, and Self-Paced study or our summer program can help close specific gaps. Tell admissions the details for a realistic plan.

Yes – book a free trial class through our website before enrolling or paying anything.

Yes, we run periodic open houses and webinars for prospective families – check our website or ask admissions for the next scheduled date.

We don’t claim to be the only option. Legacy offers WASC accreditation, live daily teachers, 19 AP courses, and a diploma that travels with your family if you relocate again. Compare us against your specific priorities.

Physical international schools in the UAE commonly run into the tens of thousands of dollars a year; our tuition is a fraction of that, though the exact comparison depends on the specific school and your child’s grade. For more information visit our tuition and fees page.

Qualified teachers lead every Live Group class, capped at 15 students to keep a manageable teacher-to-student ratio. One-on-One students get an individual teacher instead.

Through Buzz, our learning platform, where you can track grades, attendance, and progress in real time, plus two counseling touchpoints a year for academic planning.

Yes – dedicated live groups led by certified special education teachers, with weekly individual teacher time and accommodated assignments. One limit worth knowing upfront: our program currently requires students to communicate verbally, so we don’t support non-verbal students.

It’s a valid concern – Live Group includes real-time interaction with classmates and teachers, and we offer virtual clubs for extracurricular connection, but it is a different social experience than a physical school hallway, not identical to it.

No – a qualified teacher runs instruction in Live Group and One-on-One plans. In Self-Paced, your child works independently through recorded lessons with a teacher grading and giving feedback, not you.

Students complete assessments during communicated testing windows, under an academic integrity policy covering cheating, plagiarism, and unauthorized AI use, with detection tools available to teachers. The school monitors and records platform activity, including live and recorded sessions, and requires a webcam and microphone. We don’t use proctoring tools that collect biometric identifiers, and give notice and get consent before using any monitoring tool.

A computer, laptop, or tablet with a reliable internet connection – Windows 10/11 or a recent macOS version works best. A webcam and microphone are recommended for live classes, since we have a camera-on policy. Please note that we don’t provide a device.

Everything is digital – no physical textbooks are used at any grade level. Courses run through FlexPoint Education Cloud (developed by FLVS), and AP or specialty courses may require separately purchased digital textbooks, e-books, or access codes on top of standard tuition. /our-curriculum

Yes – Legacy serves expat families across the UAE and more broadly across 30+ countries. Location doesn’t change your learning plan options.