CIRCLE OF INDEPENDENT LEARNING

Circle of Independent Learning is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Fremont Unified school district, located in Fremont, CA with about 347 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 15 teachers, Circle of Independent Learning has a student/teacher ratio of about 23:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Circle of Independent Learning (COIL) is a public, K-12 independent study school located in Fremont, California, designed to provide a flexible alternative to the traditional classroom setting. Operating under the Fremont Unified School District, the school caters to students who thrive in non-traditional environments, such as those pursuing extracurricular passions, those who need a self-paced curriculum, or families seeking a home-school-style education with the support of a public institution.

The program emphasizes a partnership between the student, their parents, and credentialed teachers. While students complete much of their coursework independently at home, they remain connected to the school through regular meetings with instructors, goal-setting conferences, and optional on-site workshops or group activities. By combining the independence of home-based learning with the structure and accountability of a state-funded educational program, COIL offers a unique pathway for students to earn their diplomas while managing their own schedules and learning styles.

For more information, contact Circle of Independent Learning at (510) 797-0100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.