West River Academy

Every pin on this map represents a family who chose a path of freedom, trust and natural learning. It takes courage to go against the grain and we are so honored to walk alongside each of you. 🩵

This worldwide community of families believe in choosing an educational style that aligns with their values, their rhythm and their child’s unique way of learning.

When a family enrolls, they can join our monthly Social Hour, where we get to hear first-hand about the incredible, creative, completely UNIQUE lifestyles our students are living.

Every story reminds us why we do what we do.
Thank you for allowing us to be part of your child’s growing and thriving life. 🌻✨

Two of our West River Academy team members recently visited one of our amazing WRA Groups that practices our "Natural Learning" approach. We're so inspired by families who follow their intuition and discover what truly helps their children thrive. 💫 Read more on our blog!

WRA Groups: Casa Aiken: Learning Without Limits in Argentina – West River Academy WRA Groups: Casa Aiken: Learning Without Limits in Argentina Posted on October 30, 2025November 4, 2025 by Monica Oliveros WRA Groups: Casa Aiken: Learning Without Limits in Argentina Posted on October 30, 2025 A Natural Learning Approach At West River Academy, we love seeing learning happen in all....

Learn about one of our incredible affiliates in Latin America. We love seeing students around the world thrive through the philosophy of student-led learning. 🌎✨

WRA Groups: Escuela Tai in Salta, Argentina – West River Academy WRA Groups: Escuela Tai in Salta, Argentina Posted on May 29, 2025June 2, 2025 by Rachel Nishikawa WRA Groups: Escuela Tai in Salta, Argentina Posted on May 29, 2025 Last month, our Group Manager, Karen Abe, traveled to Argentina to meet our WRA Team there and visit one of our affiliated groups that...

Learn About West River Academy Groups – West River Academy Learn About West River Academy Groups Posted on October 31, 2024November 1, 2024 by Rachel Nishikawa Learn About West River Academy Groups Posted on October 31, 2024 At West River Academy, our mission is to nurture the unique paths of self-led learners around the world. Founded on an unschooling app...

Students, apply for a scholarship to join this program by August 15! 🌟 If you love music and are desiring more community, this may be a great option for you.

Discover Tuneagers: A Songwriting Club for Teens - West River Academy Discover Tuneagers: A Songwriting Club for Teens Posted on July 24, 2024July 25, 2024 by Monica Oliveros Discover Tuneagers: A Songwriting Club for Teens Posted on July 24, 2024 Navigating the teenage years can be challenging, and finding a constructive outlet for creativity is essential. That’s w...

Congratulations to our Class of 2024! 🥳
So far, we have had over 325 students in our Graduation Program this year, representing 22 countries. Of these students, 48 chose to participate in our Virtual Graduation Ceremony today!

It was an honor to see all of their families, share about each graduate and celebrate together. 🎉

Class of 2024 Virtual Graduation Ceremony - May 17, 2024 Join us in congratulating our graduates!

High school graduation season is in full swing! 💖

We love learning about the lives of each of our graduating students. This month we featured a lifelong WRA student, Anastasia, on our Blog. Enjoy ✨

Meet Lifelong Student of WRA, Anastasia Tegheni - West River Academy Meet Lifelong Student of WRA, Anastasia Tegheni Posted on February 28, 2024February 28, 2024 by Monica Oliveros Meet Lifelong Student of WRA, Anastasia Tegheni Posted on February 28, 2024 “We had the freedom of expressing ourselves through art, poetry, science, music and, mostly, just being in nat...

Learn about one of our international groups and understand why we find so much fulfillment in helping others discover Natural Learning! 🩵

WRA Groups: Meet Los Castaños from El Salvador - West River Academy WRA Groups: Meet Los Castaños from El Salvador Posted on November 29, 2023February 22, 2024 by Monica Oliveros WRA Groups: Meet Los Castaños from El Salvador Posted on November 29, 2023 We’d like to introduce you to one of our 102 groups world-wide in West River Academy. Los Castaños is a group...

Alexandra Kons has interviewed leaders in the homeschooling world, such as Daniel Prince and Pat Farenga, and now, Peggy Webb! Each episode on this podcast is fascinating. Tune in to this one to hear Peggy's story. 🌟

Alexandra Kons: Interview on Wild Life - The Unschooling Podcast - West River Academy Listen to a fascinating interview Alexandra Kons made with Peggy on her Podcast. If you are new at unschooling, you need to hear this