Two- and three-day-a-week Christian hybrid and university-model schools across Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, Scottsdale, Tucson, and the rest of the state. Compare schedules, ESA acceptance, and tuition - then claim or list your program.
We believe learning should be fun! We partner with homeschool families on their child’s learning journey by providing a safe online environment for kids to learn from Ms Darlene, a homeschooling mama who loves Jesus and has classroom teaching experience.
ESA accepted•Monday - Thursday for 1.5 hours•Online
Our mission is to enhance a family's homeschooling journey in a collaborative model, cultivating a child's cognition, creativity and character so they can identify their God-given purpose. We offer small ratios of students to teachers, not exceeding 9:1, and facilitate skill-based learning groups as opposed to traditional grade groups. Additionally, we host frequent field trips, nature adventures and special events.
ESA accepted•Tuesday and Wednesday, 8:30am-2:30pm•Hybrid School
Little Light Academy is a two-day microschool designed for students working at a 3rd–5th grade academic skill level, where learning is personalized, hands-on, and meaningful. Through small class sizes, project-based learning, and engaging instruction, students are encouraged to grow academically while building confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love of learning.
Led by a certified teacher with over 15 years of combined tutoring and classroom experience, Little Light Academy partners with homeschooling families to provide individualized instruction in math, reading, writing, science, social studies, and life skills. Our goal is to create a nurturing learning environment where every child is known, supported, and inspired to reach their full potential.
We offer both classes and Microschool options for students who want to explore creativity based on Christian principles.
Students explore painting ,drawing ,multiple media,sculpture,sewing,ceramic painting and other fantastic artisan crafts.
We teach students actual fine art skills but break steps down to simple instructions students in a fun and encouraging way.
Students are taught to work as a team,stay focused and do their best work.
Happy accidents are ways to grow and helps them build perseverance through encouragement .
We also offer an online option for students that need that flexibility.
ESA accepted•Mondays 9-12:30,Tues:9-1pm Wed 9-12:30•Hybrid
A hybrid homeschool blends part-time campus instruction with parent-led learning at home. Students attend one to three days a week for core subjects taught by trained teachers - often with a strong Christian worldview - then complete the rest of their work at home where a parent coaches and supervises. The model is also called a university-model school or two-day-a-week school.
Why Arizona families choose hybrids
Hybrids give families community, accountability, and trained instruction without a full five-day school commitment - and Arizona's universal ESA program can cover the full annual tuition at most approved hybrid programs.
A hybrid homeschool blends part-time in-person instruction at a campus with parent-led learning at home. Students typically attend one to three days a week for core subjects taught by trained teachers, then complete the rest of their work at home with a parent acting as coach. The model is also called a university-model school or two-day-a-week school.
Are Arizona hybrid programs covered by ESA?
Many are. Arizona's Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) can pay tuition at hybrid programs that are approved ClassWallet vendors. Most Christian hybrid academies in Phoenix, Mesa, Gilbert, and Scottsdale accept ESA, often covering the full annual cost. Confirm vendor status with each program before enrolling.
Do I still file a homeschool affidavit if my child attends a hybrid?
It depends on how you pay. If you direct your child's education and choose the curriculum, you file an Affidavit of Intent to Homeschool under A.R.S. 15-802. If you pay with ESA funds, your signed ESA contract replaces the affidavit - you do not file both.
Is a hybrid homeschool the same as a university-model school?
Largely yes. University-model school is the most common formal name for the two- or three-day hybrid approach. Both terms describe campuses that share teaching responsibility with parents across in-person and at-home days.
How much does a hybrid program cost in Arizona?
Two-day-a-week Christian hybrid academies typically run $5,000 to $7,000 per year, including curriculum and materials. Lighter one-day or drop-off enrichment programs cost less. Arizona's roughly $7,000-$8,000 annual ESA award often covers the full tuition for eligible families.
Hybrid vs co-op vs microschool - what's the difference?
A co-op meets one day a week, is usually parent-led, and parents stay onsite. A hybrid meets one to three days, teachers lead instruction, and parents finish at home. A microschool is a small full-week school (four or five days) with 5-25 students per class. Hybrids sit between co-ops and microschools in time commitment and parent involvement.
Homeschooling and ESA-funded education are not the same thing
Under Arizona law these are two distinct pathways with different rules. We label every listing with the pathway it primarily serves so you know what you're signing up for.
Homeschooling (ARS §15-802)
Parent files an Affidavit of Intent. No public funds. Parent picks any curriculum and keeps full control. Co-ops, tutors, and enrichment are paid out of pocket.
ESA-funded education
Family signs the ESA contract and the affidavit is withdrawn. Quarterly funds flow through ClassWallet, expenses must fit ADE's allowable list, and receipts are required. Legally not homeschooling.