Khan Academy is a nonprofit educational platform founded by Sal Khan in 2006 with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. Starting with math instruction, it has expanded to cover a wide range of subjects—including science, economics, history, literature, computer programming, and test prep—through short video lessons, interactive exercises, and personalized learning dashboards.
All of Khan Academy’s offerings are completely free and accessible to learners of all ages. Parents and students can explore over 10,000 video lessons and practice problems, track progress via mastery challenges and quizzes, and access specialized resources like SAT, AP, LSAT, and MCAT prep. For younger children (ages 2–7), the Khan Academy Kids app adds interactive learning in literacy, math, storytelling, and social-emotional development—no ads, no subscription fees.
Parents benefit from Khan Academy in several important ways. A dedicated Parent Dashboard allows them to set up child accounts, assign lessons, monitor progress, and celebrate achievements across subjects. Personalized learning paths and mastery-focused tools help children fill knowledge gaps at their own pace, easing academic stress. Plus, structured resources like distance-learning guides, daily schedules, and live webinars empower parents to support learning routines at home—strengthening family learning, boosting confidence, and making quality education universally accessible.