A Power Homeschool alternative
Power Homeschool gives parents Acellus video courses for every grade, PreK through 12. Each lesson starts with a short video taught by a teacher, then practice problems, and the system grades the work and keeps records for you. There are hundreds of courses, and each child can take up to 6 at a time. If your child learns well from a teacher on video, it is a flexible, well organized program. If your child needs a mistake explained the moment it happens, or $79 to $99 a month is a stretch, Gallop is worth a look.
The short version
| Power Homeschool | Gallop | |
|---|---|---|
| One child, monthly | $79 to $99 a month (their enrollment page, Oct 2026), up to 6 courses at a time | $34, all five subjects |
| More children | Enrolled per student | Family plan: $54/month for up to 4 children |
| Yearly | Monthly plan | $348 for one child, $552 for up to 4 |
| Grades | PreK-12 | K-12 |
| Subjects | Language arts, math, science, social studies, foreign language, career and technical, English learning, STEM and technology | Math, English language arts, science, social studies, Spanish |
| How lessons are taught | Short video lesson taught by a teacher, then practice problems | Short guided lesson read aloud by a natural voice, then questions |
| Placement | Courses are recommended by age, and parents can change them. Students start at the beginning of each course. | A placement check finds your child's real level in each subject, below or above grade |
| After a wrong answer | The child must master a concept before moving on. Extra help videos, help problems and a lesson manual are there when a child is stuck. | Gallop explains why that answer is wrong, specific to the mistake, and gives a second try. If a skill stays stuck, a Skill Drill re-teaches it. |
| Parent tools | Live monitor, score reports, weekly goals, automatic grading, attendance | Weekly parent report, parent dashboard, printable Records report |
| Diplomas and transcripts | No diploma. Transcripts can be requested. For an accredited school they point to Acellus Academy. | Gallop is curriculum, not an accredited school. No diplomas or transcripts. |
| Free trial | See their site | 7 days, no card needed |
What Power Homeschool does well
The lessons are taught by real teachers on video, one concept at a time. Grading and record keeping are automatic, and the live monitor flags a concept when your child is having trouble. Older students have a wide course list, including career and technical courses. You can pause or cancel anytime. For a child who likes a teacher on screen and works well alone, it does the job.
Where Gallop is different
- A placement check finds your child's real level in each subject. A child can be ahead in math and catching up in reading.
- Every skill opens with a short guided lesson, read aloud by a natural voice.
- When your child picks a wrong answer, Gallop explains why that answer is wrong, specific to the mistake, and gives a second try right away.
- If a skill stays stuck, a Skill Drill re-teaches it.
- Today's Plan sets a short daily session for each child.
- No ads, data is never sold, and children can't chat or type free text.
Cost, honestly
One child is $79 to $99 a month on Power Homeschool and $34 on Gallop. Gallop's family plan is $54 a month for up to 4 children. Power Homeschool includes more courses, electives and transcripts. Gallop covers five core subjects and is curriculum only.
Who should pick which
- Pick Power Homeschool if your child learns well from video teachers, you want a long list of electives, or you need transcripts.
- Pick Gallop if your child needs to be taught one skill at a time, with mistakes explained and stuck spots re-taught, and you want one price for up to 4 children.
- If you need an accredited diploma, look at an accredited school such as Acellus Academy. Gallop is curriculum, not a school.
FAQ
Is Gallop an accredited school like Acellus Academy?
No. Gallop is curriculum, not an accredited school, and it does not issue diplomas or transcripts. You get a weekly parent report, a parent dashboard and a printable Records report for your own homeschool records.
What happens when my child gets an answer wrong on Gallop?
Gallop explains why that answer is wrong, specific to the mistake, and gives your child a second try. If a skill stays stuck, a Skill Drill opens to re-teach it.
Can we switch from Power Homeschool in the middle of the year?
Yes. The placement check finds where your child really is in each subject, so you don't have to wait for a new school year. There's a School-Year Pass at $29 for each month left through June 30, and the 7-day free trial doesn't need a card.
Can I try it first?
Yes. Try 7 sample questions, or start the 7-day free trial. No card needed.
Sources (checked October 2026)
- Power Homeschool home page: https://www.powerhomeschool.org/
- Power Homeschool FAQ (tuition, placement by age, diplomas, transcripts): https://www.powerhomeschool.org/faq/
- Power Homeschool enrollment page (price, up to 6 courses): https://www.powerhomeschool.org/enroll/
- Power Homeschool student experience (video lessons, extra help): https://www.powerhomeschool.org/student-experience/
- Power Homeschool parent experience (live monitor, reports, goals): https://www.powerhomeschool.org/parent-experience/