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Elea High Online School

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Portsmouth, Hampshire
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Elea High Online School
Elea High Online School

Highlights

  • Small classes, personalised education
  • UK qualified, experienced teachers, many of whom are also examiners
  • Strong academic results

Overview

Elea High Online School is a fully online British secondary school for students aged 11–18, renowned for its warm, welcoming and supportive learning environment. Every student is known and valued as an individual within our thriving global school community.

Through structured live lessons and small class sizes (maximum class size 12), we provide personalised academic and pastoral support leading to internationally recognised (Pearson and Cambridge) IGCSE and A Level qualifications.

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Type of school
Online School
British Curriculum
Age range
Gender

Co-Education

from 7,950 to 7,950 GBP

Foundation

Founded in 2022

Nationalities

17 different nationalities

Nr of students

60 students

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Academics

At Elea High Online School, our academic programme is carefully designed to combine intellectual challenge with personalised support, ensuring every student is both stretched and supported throughout their educational journey.
Our broad and ambitious Key Stage 3 curriculum lays the foundations for future academic success. Students develop subject depth, critical thinking skills, and independent learning habits that prepare them fully for the demands of examination courses. With class sizes limited to a maximum of twelve students, teachers are able to provide meaningful individual attention, ensuring each learner’s strengths are nurtured and any gaps are addressed early.
From Year 10, students begin their formal examination pathway by selecting from sixteen Pearson Edexcel IGCSE courses. Many of these subjects are offered in a modular format, allowing students to sit examinations at different points across the course rather than facing all assessments at the end of two years. This structure reduces examination pressure, supports knowledge retention, and enables students to build confidence progressively.
In Sixth Form, students choose from eleven A Level subjects, taught by specialist teachers with experience in preparing students for competitive university destinations. We strongly encourage students to undertake the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), an academically rigorous course that develops research, analytical, and independent study skills. The EPQ not only strengthens university applications but also prepares students for the intellectual expectations of higher education, allowing them to explore an area of genuine personal interest in depth.
Academic excellence at Elea High is supported by a structured and proactive pastoral framework. We understand that achievement is closely linked to wellbeing. Our dedicated Student Coaches provide individual academic mentoring, welfare support, and tailored guidance on careers and university pathways. Families benefit from regular communication and a joined-up approach to each student’s progress.
Elea High is committed to delivering more than qualifications. We provide a rigorous British education within a supportive online environment where students are known, challenged, and guided towards achieving their full academic potential.

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Curriculum

British Curriculum

Examinations

A Level, AS, Cambridge, IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel

Language of instruction

English

Foreign languages taught

French, Mandarin, Spanish

Accreditations

Pearson Edexcel Approved Centre

Tuition Fees for 2026

Learn more about Elea High Online School tuition fees for 2026, including general fee details and available scholarships.

Annual tuition fees

Annual tuition fees at Elea High Online School range from GBP 7,950 to GBP 7,950, depending on the student's grade level and program.

Scholarships

Elea High Online School offers a limited number of scholarships each academic year to recognise academic potential and commitment to excellence.
Scholarships are awarded based on performance in our entrance assessment, alongside a review of prior academic achievement. Each award is considered individually to ensure that support is aligned with a student’s demonstrated ability and readiness for our academic programme.
As scholarships are limited, early application is encouraged.

Online Learning Information

All lessons at Elea High Online School are delivered live by dedicated, UK-trained and experienced teachers who are committed not only to academic achievement, but also to the personal development of every student. Our teaching is fully interactive, ensuring students actively participate, ask questions, and engage in meaningful discussion rather than passively observing recorded content. To support flexibility and reinforce learning, all lessons are recorded and made available for revision. This also ensures continuity for students who may occasionally be unable to attend live sessions, while maintaining our high standards of quality assurance. Our online classrooms are dynamic and varied in approach, incorporating discussion, collaborative work, questioning, and structured activities designed to sustain engagement and deepen understanding. We recognise that successful online learning requires intentional design, and our lessons are carefully planned to maximise focus, interaction, and academic progress. All learning materials and resources are provided digitally, giving students seamless access to course content and enabling organised, independent study. Student progress is carefully monitored through regular formative and summative assessment. Families receive detailed written reports twice yearly, alongside ongoing communication from teachers and Student Coaches. This structured tracking ensures that every learner remains on a clear academic pathway and that any support required is identified promptly. At Elea High, online learning is not simply about convenience, it is about delivering a rigorous, engaging, and supportive educational experience that enables students to thrive from anywhere in the world.
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Time Zones Served

UTC-01 (Azores, Portugal), UTC-02 (South Georgia, UK), UTC+00 (London, UK), UTC+01 (Berlin, Germany), UTC+02 (Cairo, Egypt), UTC+03 (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia), UTC+04 (Dubai, UAE), UTC+05 (Karachi, Pakistan), UTC+05:30 (India, Delhi), UTC+06 (Dhaka, Bangladesh), UTC+07 (Bangkok, Thailand), UTC+08 (Beijing, China)

Online Learning Formats

Fully Online Schools, Synchronous (Live Classes)

Student Support

At Elea High Online School, student wellbeing is fundamental to academic success. We are a small, close-knit school community where every student is known as an individual and relationships matter. Students have access to dedicated Student Coaches and mentors who provide academic and pastoral guidance throughout the year. While support is personalised rather than formulaic, students are encouraged to connect regularly to discuss progress, goals, and wellbeing. Meetings can be arranged easily, and students are always able to request additional support whenever they need it. Our size allows us to remain responsive. Teachers and mentors communicate regularly with families, ensuring that concerns are identified early and addressed quickly. Support is tailored to the individual rather than delivered through a one-size-fits-all system. We also provide structured personal development through weekly PSHE lessons and whole-school assemblies. These sessions address topics such as resilience, study skills, digital responsibility, wellbeing, and preparation for future pathways. They help students feel connected to the wider school community while developing the skills needed to succeed beyond the classroom. For Sixth Form students, guidance extends to university and career preparation. We support students with subject choices, personal statements, application processes, and interview preparation, helping them take confident next steps toward higher education. At Elea High, support is personal, accessible, and responsive, ensuring that every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their potential.

Technology & Platform

Elea High Online School delivers its live teaching through Microsoft Teams for Education, providing a secure, professional, and structured virtual classroom environment. This platform enables real-time interaction, discussion, collaboration, and teacher feedback, ensuring lessons are dynamic and engaging rather than passive. All lesson materials, assignments, and learning resources are organised and accessed through Microsoft Teams Assignments and dedicated SharePoint folders, giving students a clear and consistent structure for independent study. Resources are centrally stored, enabling students to revisit materials easily and maintain organised digital workspaces. The Microsoft 365 Education environment ensures: Secure, school-managed accounts for all students, Controlled access to online classrooms, Recorded lessons for revision and continuity, Centralised communication between staff and students Our platform is intentionally chosen to combine reliability, security, and ease of use. Students benefit from a professional digital environment that mirrors modern university and workplace systems, helping them develop confidence in navigating structured online tools. At Elea High, technology supports learning, it does not replace teaching. Our focus remains on high-quality live instruction delivered within a secure and well-managed online framework.

Global Community & Networking

Although Elea High Online School is delivered virtually, our community is real, connected, and intentionally nurtured. We offer a range of after-school activities that provide students with opportunities to explore interests beyond the curriculum, develop new skills, and connect with peers in a relaxed setting. These activities help foster friendships across year groups and across countries, strengthening our international school community. A highlight of the school year is our annual residential experience, where students have the opportunity to meet in person, deepen friendships formed online, and participate in shared activities that build confidence, independence, and teamwork. For many students, this experience transforms online connections into lasting friendships. Within school life, we actively celebrate individual talents and achievements. Students are encouraged to share their interests, accomplishments, and personal milestones during weekly assemblies, creating a culture where success in all its forms is recognised and valued. At Elea High, we ensure that students feel connected, visible, and part of something meaningful, regardless of where they are in the world.

Things to know

Enrollment phase

Elea High Online School offers flexible enrolment, with students able to join at various points throughout the academic year, subject to availability. We understand that families may relocate, change schooling pathways, or seek an alternative educational environment at different stages of the year. Our admissions process is designed to ensure a smooth transition, with guidance provided to help students integrate confidently into their new classes and curriculum. Prospective families are encouraged to contact our admissions team to discuss availability, subject choices, and the most appropriate entry point for their child.

Minimum Enrollment Duration

This school requires a minimum enrollment of 3 months, ensuring students have adequate time to benefit from the curriculum and educational experience.

Student Community

Elea High Online School welcomes a vibrant community of 60 students representing 17 different nationalities.

Health & safety

Elea High Online School operates in accordance with UK safeguarding and child protection guidance, placing student safety and wellbeing at the centre of our school culture. As an online school, our safeguarding framework is specifically designed for a digital environment. Particular emphasis is placed on online conduct, digital responsibility, and the prevention of cyber-bullying. Clear expectations for behaviour are established from the outset, and our online classrooms are professionally managed to ensure a safe, respectful learning environment. We have a designated Safeguarding Lead who oversees all child protection matters and ensures that policies remain current and aligned with UK best practice. All staff, including teaching and pastoral teams, undertake regular safeguarding and wellbeing training to maintain high standards of awareness and responsiveness. Students also have access to pastoral support through our coaching and mentoring provision, providing an additional layer of oversight and wellbeing monitoring alongside daily teacher interaction. At Elea High, safeguarding is proactive, structured, and embedded into the daily life of the school, ensuring that students can learn with confidence in a secure and supportive online environment.

Uniform

Students are not required to wear school uniforms.

Student-teacher ratio

1:12

Religion

Non-denominational

Special needs

ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, Intellectual Giftedness
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Tuition fees for Elea High Online School range from 7950 to 7950 GBP per year depending on the student’s grade and chosen program.

Elea High Online School offers a limited number of scholarships each academic year to recognise academic potential and commitment to excellence.
Scholarships are awarded based on performance in our entrance assessment, alongside a review of prior academic achievement. Each award is considered individually to ensure that support is aligned with a student’s demonstrated ability and readiness for our academic programme.
As scholarships are limited, early application is encouraged.

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