Parent Guide
How much does online homeschooling cost in 2026?
Short answer: an accredited online Cambridge homeschool typically costs between $1,000 and $10,000 a year, depending on the stage — a fraction of the $15,000–$35,000 a year that most physical international schools charge. Here's the honest breakdown of what you actually pay for.
Typical annual fees by stage
| Stage | Ages | Annual fees (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary (Years 1–6) | 5–11 | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Lower Secondary (Years 7–9) | 11–14 | $2,000 – $6,000 |
| IGCSE (Years 10–11) | 14–16 | $3,000 – $8,000 |
| A-Levels (Years 12–13) | 16–18 | $4,000 – $10,000 |
Ranges reflect published fees at accredited Cambridge online schools worldwide in 2026. Brainybay sits comfortably in the lower half of every range — see the exact 2026/27 numbers on our Tuition & Fees page.
What's usually included
- • All live, teacher-led classes
- • Access to the learning platform and lesson recordings
- • Digital textbooks and course materials
- • Homework marking, reports and parent–teacher meetings
- • Pastoral support and academic advice
Extra costs to plan for
- • Cambridge / Edexcel exam entry fees — paid directly to the exam centre in the year the student sits IGCSE or A-Levels.
- • A laptop and reliable internet — most families already have these.
- • Optional extras — 1:1 tutoring, specialist SEN support, or additional subjects beyond the core package.
Ways to reduce cost
- • Pay annually rather than per term (many schools discount 5–10%).
- • Enrol siblings together — Brainybay offers a sibling discount.
- • Apply for need-based support during enrolment.
See Brainybay's exact 2026/27 fees
Every price by year group, sibling discount, and payment options — all published, no hidden costs.