K12 - Washington Virtual Academy Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.3

2601 S 35th St -2, Ste 100, 98409 Tacoma, WA, US


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We've been with K12 WAVA since 2021. Their curriculum is amazing. We love the fact that books and supplies are shipped several weeks before school starts. This gives us an opportunity to review curric... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We’ve been part of this online school for five years, and it has truly been an incredible experience for our family. We love the curriculum, it’s engaging, well-structured, and has supported our chi... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My son is autistic as well as my daughter and being able to learn in a virtual environment is the best! They are able to take as many breaks as needed and they even look forward to logging on in the m... See more

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

The website is too hard for my 2nd grader to understand. The links should just take you straight to the lessons instead of scrolling to find them. Another suggestion is to make the meetups in differen... See more

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Company details

  1. Career and Education Provider
  2. Education Center
  3. Educational Institution
  4. School

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Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA) offers a full-time, tuition-free online education for K-12th grade students statewide. Combining an engaging curriculum with the flexibility of online learning, WAVA helps students thrive in a supportive and interactive environment. As a K12-powered school, WAVA is backed by 25 years of experience in online education. Learn more at wava.k12.com.


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  • 2601 S 35th St -2, Ste 100, 98409, Tacoma, WA, United States

  • 800-741-0234

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Overall great

It’s sometimes difficult to navigate the software, but the teachers are great at explaining it to my student so they can still get things done

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. We appreciate your feedback. We're happy to hear that our teachers are helpful, even when the software is a bit tricky to use. Thank you for your feedback.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We love WAVA

It’s been wonderful how teachers and staff are really involved in helping students succeed. We also love the flexibility of the school schedule and load since we have many doctors appointments and other life events.

April 28, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We’re thrilled to hear that our teachers and staff have made a meaningful impact and that you feel supported in your student’s success. Providing flexibility is an important part of our mission, and we’re glad it’s helped your family navigate appointments and life’s busy moments. We truly appreciate your feedback and are grateful to be part of your student’s educational journey.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

We love k12 - teacher time to long

We love k12, the only thing that we wish could be a little bit different. It would be shorter teacher times with the lessons. Some of them are way too long, and it takes a lot out of the children to sit there and stare at the screen for that length of time.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts with us. We’re truly glad to hear that your family is enjoying the school experience. We also understand how important it is for lessons to feel manageable and engaging for students. Feedback like yours helps us continue to improve, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know what would make things even better for your learners.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Supportive Online learning experience

We’ve been part of this online school for five years, and it has truly been an incredible experience for our family. We love the curriculum, it’s engaging, well-structured, and has supported our child’s growth every step of the way.
The teachers and school staff are genuinely amazing people. They are caring, attentive, and always willing to go the extra mile to support their students and families. Even though this is an online school, we have never once felt isolated. In fact, we feel like we are part of a strong, welcoming school community.
We’re so grateful to be part of a school where we feel supported, connected, and valued.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. Hearing that your family has been part of our school community for five years—and that it has been such a positive journey—means more than we can express.

We’re thrilled to know the curriculum has supported your child’s growth and that you’ve found it engaging and well‑structured. Our teachers and staff work hard to create a caring, connected environment for every student, and your kind words about their dedication truly affirm that effort.

Even in an online setting, building a strong sense of community is one of our top priorities. We’re grateful to hear that you’ve always felt supported, welcomed, and valued here.

Thank you again for being such an important part of our school community. We’re honored to partner with your family and look forward to continuing this journey together.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Suggestions

The website is too hard for my 2nd grader to understand. The links should just take you straight to the lessons instead of scrolling to find them. Another suggestion is to make the meetups in different cities. There hasn't been one in Auburn where we live yet, and maybe weekend meetups? During the week is hard with work schedules.

April 20, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. Thank you for taking the time to share this feedback. We understand how important it is for young learners to navigate their lessons easily, and we appreciate your suggestions regarding more direct lesson links, additional meetup locations, and weekend options. Input like yours helps us continue improving the experience for families.

For further assistance or to share more details, please reach out to our support team at help@k12.com. They’ll be happy to look into these concerns and explore possible solutions with you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Writing and Books

They never open their books during class. Students should be encouraged to write or take their own notes during class.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate your insights about encouraging students to actively take notes during class sessions. Your feedback helps us pinpoint areas of improvement as we move forward.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My son is autistic as well as my…

My son is autistic as well as my daughter and being able to learn in a virtual environment is the best! They are able to take as many breaks as needed and they even look forward to logging on in the morning to get their work done. They both have reading levels well above their grade and it's very rewarding to be such a big part of their education as their learning coach. The teachers are great and we haven't had one we weren't able to collaborate with. I also don't worry about their physical safety anymore. It's been life changing for our family and we are very grateful!

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Thank you for your kind words and for trusting us with your children’s education. We’re thrilled to hear they’re thriving and that our teachers and virtual environment have had such a positive impact on your family!

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Strong teachers and curriculums

Strong teachers and curriculums. Overall, staff is wonderful.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. We appreciate your feedback and are so happy you value our strong teachers, curriculum, and wonderful staff. We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. Have a wonderful day.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I appreciate the flexibility & shared connections!

I appreciate the flexibility, curriculum, and the shared connections we have experienced with K12 staff and families!
My daughter has shined throughout the last ten years with this program… it was second semester of kindergarten when we first joined! Our experience with the local school district - in kindergarten after all - was completely horrendous. Thank you to those that truly dedicate to make a difference!

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Thank you for your kind review and for being part of the community for so many years! We’re honored to have supported your daughter’s success and sincerely appreciate your recognition of our staff and program.

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

WAVA is all about Greed & Fabricating…

WAVA is all about Greed & Fabricating "successes" by gaslighting the parents of disabled children about NEEDS, lying about IEP goal achievements to cushion their bottom line, refusing to follow the IEP as it is written &/or delegating tasks that are LEGAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE TEACHERS & STAFF back on to the Parent Learning Coaches - with a refusal to ALSO accommodate the learning coach's disability needs. They fire the good teachers (or force them out with Administrative bullying) and keep the compliant staff to help justify their own agenda, not caring about the damage it is doing to the students. Furthermore, I am SICK and tired of bringing all of these LEGALLY required obligations that are not being met, along with my concerns up with Administrators only to be threatened with, "if you don't like the way we do things, we'd like to remind you that this is a CHOICE school, that YOU made a CHOICE to be here. You are welcome to find alternative education elsewhere."

Flexibility isn't helpful if myself & my student are being repeatedly ignored or bullied by the teachers/students. We are medically fragile. It isn't a CHOICE to require SAFE education that meets our complex needs. Flexibility isn't all that matters.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We appreciate you sharing your experience. It is concerning to hear about the challenges you've faced. Please send us an email to help@k12.com with further information so that we can help address these concerns. We take these matters seriously and will review your feedback to improve our support for students and families.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Need more hands on and teacher class…

Need more hands on and teacher class sessions!! Too much reading and mundane class work. Kids sit too long and need to be more engaged. Not enough equality learning time for any of the main subjects!! Wish they met more with teachers and students in the class.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We appreciate your feedback and time. We're sorry the class didn't meet your expectations. We'll address the balance of hands-on activities, engagement, and subject time to improve our program.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The greatest experience is the…

The greatest experience is the availability of technical support and the ability to reach out to my daughter's teacher. Washington Virtual Academy has made leaning interesting, fun, engaging, and overall an educational experience that my daughter thrives with. Washington Virtual Academy keeps me well informed on activities and any changes with scheduling.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We're happy to hear that the availability of technical support and the accessibility of your daughter's teacher have enhanced her learning experience. It's great to know that she is thriving with our engaging and informative approach. We appreciate your feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I think the teachers are great

I think the teachers are great. Also they have a great system in place to maximize her learning.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We're happy to hear that our teachers are great and that our system maximizes her learning! Thanks for sharing this with us.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We have been with WAVA since our son…

We have been with WAVA since our son started kindergarten. He will be heading into 7th grade this next year. We love the flexibility and yhe staff has been amazing since DAY 1. We tell EVERYONE about WAVA

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Hello. We're happy to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our program since your son started kindergarten. We appreciate you sharing your experience with others!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

WAVA has proven to be the right choice…

WAVA has proven to be the right choice for our family for many reasons like flexibility, but most importantly for our students who has excelled in an environment that’s conducive of learning his way, at his pace with great teachers to guide him.

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Good morning. We appreciate you sharing! It's wonderful to know our flexible environment and teachers have helped your student excel. Thank you for your kind words.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I love the fast communication between…

I love the fast communication between me and the teachers. The small class sizes for my children that have IEP's

April 21, 2026
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Good morning. We're glad the fast communication and small class sizes are beneficial for your children's IEPs. Thank you for your positive feedback!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I homeschool both my kids

I ‘ve homeschooled both of my children. My son graduated from K-12 and is in his second semester of college. My daughter who is almost 13 has attended her whole life, and hopefully her future holds the same. I have moved a few times and I’ve utilized program in Georgia, North Carolina and Washington state

October 1, 2025
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

Thank you for sharing your journey with us! It's wonderful to hear how our program has supported your family over the years. We're immensely honored to be part of your children's education and wish your daughter continued success!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My son has been using WAVA K12 for a…

My son has been using WAVA K12 for a few years now. I love that the teachers are very helpful. My son can easily come back and complete missing assignments/days when he is away for music. I appreciate when the teachers reach out to me when he is behind on something. The site does take getting use to, to navigate (which I know a friends daughter struggled with).

July 14, 2025
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We're happy to hear that the teachers have been so helpful! We appreciate your feedback regarding site navigation. We're glad your son's needs are being met!

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

I had no difficulties navigating your…

I had no difficulties navigating your app. It was simple to register my daughter for school, well laid out and easy to find what I needed.

June 2, 2025
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Reply from K12 - Washington Virtual Academy

We're happy to hear that registering your daughter for school through our app was simple and well-organized. Thank you for your positive feedback.

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