Your learning plan. Live expert teachers.

Montana families use Special Education Savings Account and OpenEd funds to hire hundreds of approved Outschool teachers for full curriculum, enrichment, tutoring, and interest-based clubs.

Browse Classes

20,000+

ESA families love Outschool

10,000+

live classes available

4.9

average class rating

Build Your Montana Curriculum This Fall

Use your Montana Special Education Savings Account on specialized Outschool classes for students with qualifying disabilities.

Math

Reading & Language Arts

Classes for neurodivergent learners

Specialist teachers for ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and 2e learners

Explore classes

Top-Rated Classes Montana Families Are Booking This Fall

Teacher name here

X.X

(Y)

Integer ut egestas leo. Aliquam eget semper leo, in cursus massa. Vestibulum et lobortis libero. Phasellus sed scelerisque elit, ut tincidunt neque.

Orci varius natoque penatibus et magnis dis parturient montes, nascetur ridiculus mus. Aliquam vel neque a odio varius vestibulum sed id

How to Use Montana's Special Education Savings Account on Outschool

Montana's Special Education Savings Account reimburses families with learners with disabilities for qualified educational expenses. OpenEd offers up to $2,000 in education funding K-8 homeschool families.

Apply during open enrollment window

Confirm funding (district ANB formula, paid Aug-Jun)

Browse and enroll in Outschool classes

Pay and download receipt

Submit receipts to OPI by 25th of each month

Apply for OpenEd funds

Homeschoolers are eligible for up to $2,000 per year - apply at OpenEd

Browse Outschool

Search by your preferred grade, age, and subject.

Buy credits

Buy a credit bundle on the OpenEd marketplace (buy more, save more!)

Credits will load into your Outschool account within one business day.

Start learning!

Enroll then join your first class or tutoring session with a vetted educator.

Learn more

Loved by families across the country

“I LOVE OUTSCHOOL!” My children are taking about 5 classes each (huge thanks to the ESA FUNDS!). They are taking enrichment classes like chess, critical thinking, singing lessons, piano lessons, Spanish, and kindergarten classes. I LOVE that we can choose core classes but also classes they want to do on their own. I also love the fact we can choose to do a live classes, self paced, or private 1:1 classes as well. The best part of Outschool? We can choose when we want the class! Early mornings or late evenings.”

- Natalie, Outschool parent

Montana Special Ed Savings Account Resources

Montana Special Education Savings Account Guide on Outschool

Step-by-step guide for Montana Special Education Savings Account families using Outschool.

Read guide

Is Outschool Approved for Montana's Special Education Savings Account?

Confirm Outschool's approved status for Montana Special Education Savings Account families.

Read guide

Browse Montana Special Education Classes

Browse all live online classes available for Montana Special Education Savings Account students.

Browse classes

Montana Special Education Savings Account + Outschool: Common Questions

What is Montana's Special Education Savings Account?

A reimbursement program for parents of IDEA-qualified children. Families pay for Outschool classes and submit receipts to OPI for reimbursement.

Who is eligible for the Montana Special Education Savings Account?

Students identified as a "child with a disability" under IDEA, ages 5-19, previously enrolled in a Montana public school. 504-plan-only students do not qualify.

How much funding does the Montana ESA provide?

Varies by district based on the ANB formula. Contact OPI at OPIESA@mt.gov for your district's amount.

When can I apply for the Montana Special Education Savings Account?

May 1-June 1 and November 1-December 1 each year.

How does reimbursement work for Montana ESA?

Pay for Outschool classes, download your receipt, and submit to OPI by the 25th. Reimbursement processed after the 10th of the following month.

Are there Outschool classes for students with specific disabilities?

Yes. Outschool has dedicated filters and specialist educators for ADHD, anxiety, ASD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dysgraphia, and speech or language impairment, offering small class or 1:1 learning options.

What is Outschool's cancellation and refund policy?

Cancel within 24 hours of enrollment for a full refund - or before the class begins if it's scheduled within 24 hours of signup. Full refunds are also issued if a teacher cancels before the first meeting. See Outschool's full cancellation and refund policy.

Can I use Montana ESA funds for Outschool classes?

Yes. Outschool is an approved vendor for Montana ESA families. Browse thousands of live online classes and pay with your Montana ESA reimbursement.