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Monarch Online Homeschool Curriculum for Grades 3–12

Monarch is a parent-managed, faith-based online homeschool curriculum from Alpha Omega Publications (AOP). Students work through interactive lessons online while parents choose courses, build schedules, monitor progress, and review grades.

Published by Christian Homeschool Store. Product information checked against AOP on .

Monarch at a glance

Key facts from AOP's Monarch product guide
Grade levelsGrades 3–12, with course selection across grade levels.
Core subjectsBible, History & Geography, Language Arts, Math, and Science, plus electives.
Lesson formatPrimarily reading-based online lessons with multimedia and interactive activities.
Parent's roleChoose courses, schedule work, monitor progress, and complete grading that is not automatic.
Subscription choicesFull Access to the course catalog or a Single Course subscription; monthly and yearly options.
Free trial30 days of course and feature access for one student.
AccreditationMonarch is curriculum managed by parents, not an accredited school.

Source: AOP's Monarch overview and FAQs. Subscription terms and course availability are set by AOP.

Looking for a Switched-On Schoolhouse (SOS) replacement?

Our suggestion for families replacing Switched-On Schoolhouse: consider Monarch if you want AOP Christian homeschool curriculum online for grades 3–12. Families searching for SOS curriculum, AOP SOS, or Switched On Schoolhouse software can use Monarch's trial to evaluate a different way of learning.

Monarch is a separate online curriculum, not an update or download for SOS software. It is parent-managed and works through supported web browsers, so there are no curriculum discs to install. Parents can assign courses, set and adjust schedules, monitor progress, and view grades while students complete interactive, faith-based lessons.

  • For former SOS families: Monarch provides AOP Christian curriculum in a current online format.
  • For new homeschoolers: Monarch offers core subjects and electives with flexible course selection across grades 3–12.
  • Before subscribing: Use the 30-day free trial to explore the courses and online tools with one student.

What Monarch includes

  • More than 100 online courses for grades 3–12
  • Bible, History & Geography, Language Arts, Math, and Science
  • More than 60 electives and career-focused courses
  • Courses can be assigned across grade levels

Tools for parents and students

  • About 85% automatic grading with instant feedback
  • Flexible calendars and adjustable schedules
  • Progress monitoring, grade reports, and transcripts
  • Interactive, multimedia-supported lessons

How Monarch homeschool works

  1. Choose a full-access subscription or an individual course.
  2. Create a student profile and use the guided setup.
  3. Assign courses and schedule the school year.
  4. Your student completes lessons online while you monitor progress.

Monarch works for a full homeschool program or as a supplement when a student needs extra practice, a different grade level, or an elective. It is curriculum—not an accredited school—so the parent remains responsible for instruction, records, and diploma requirements.

Try Monarch before choosing a plan

New Monarch families can start with a 30-day free trial for one student. The AOP enrollment page shows current subscription choices, course availability, and pricing.

Trial billing: AOP's terms allow one trial per student. At the end of the trial, the selected monthly or yearly paid subscription begins automatically. To avoid a charge, cancel before the trial ends through Manage Subscription in the parent account. See AOP's trial and subscription terms.

Choosing a plan: If you need several core subjects, compare Full Access with the cost of the individual courses you would use. If you only need one subject or elective, compare the Single Course option first. Review AOP's current billing and cancellation terms before enrolling.

Monarch homeschool questions

Is Monarch a video curriculum?

Monarch lessons are mainly text-based, with short videos, audio, and interactive material. Families seeking a teacher-led video class should use the trial to check whether this lesson format suits their student.

Does automatic grading replace the parent?

No. AOP describes approximately 85% automatic grading. Parents still oversee the homeschool program, review progress, and handle work that requires their judgment. Try a writing assignment as well as an automatically graded lesson during the trial.

Is Monarch an accredited online school?

No. Monarch supplies curriculum and management tools; it does not enroll your child in an accredited school. If teacher-managed instruction and school-issued credentials are priorities, compare a school program with a parent-managed curriculum before deciding.

How can I tell whether Monarch fits my child?

During the trial, assign a lesson in a familiar subject and one in a subject your child finds challenging. Watch how independently your child reads instructions, uses feedback, and completes the work. Then review the parent dashboard and estimate the daily support you would need to provide. This is our suggested evaluation process, not a promise of academic results.

Sources and shopping help

Product facts on this page were checked against AOP's official Monarch overview, plan descriptions, and FAQs and subscription terms on September 7, 2026. The trial checklist and plan-selection advice are Christian Homeschool Store's guidance.

Prefer printed materials? Compare LIFEPAC and Horizons, or browse our homeschool curriculum guide. For help comparing options, contact Christian Homeschool Store or call 760-705-8830.