About Us

Welcome to Joy Academy Online

Joy Academy Online is an innovative online international school serving students in grades 5–12. Founded by Hongmei Su, who brings over 16 years of international education experience, Joy Academy Online is committed to holistic education that nurtures the mind, heart, and spirit.

Educational Philosophy

Three timeless principles shape everything we do at Joy Academy Online:

• Seek Truth — Rigorous teaching aligned with international and local standards ensures students develop a solid, trustworthy academic foundation.
• Know Thyself — Deep learning and reflection allow every student to discover their own strengths, passions, and potential.
• Serve Others — We cultivate empathy, integrity, and a sense of responsibility for the common good, preparing students to contribute meaningfully to the world.

At Joy Academy Online, teachers are not only educators but mentors — called to embody excellence, empathy, and faith in action. Families are cherished partners in this journey, walking alongside us as we help students grow into lives of purpose, joy, and service.

Vision

Joy Academy Online is committed to building a global online learning platform rooted in faith, anchored in international curriculum standards, and driven by technology — empowering students, wherever they are, to receive life-transforming education and live a meaningful, influential, and abundant life.

Mission

Our mission is to provide high-quality, bilingual education rooted in both international best practices and local standards. Through AP curriculum and teacher empowerment, we deliver transformative learning experiences that support holistic growth in academics, character, and faith. We equip students to seek truth, know themselves, and grow through serving others — preparing them to thrive as purposeful leaders in a globalized world.

Core Values

Joy Academy Online nurtures four core values in our community:

History

Joy Academy Online began its educational journey in the United States, supporting multiple schools and gaining deep insight into classroom practices. The platform later expanded across Asia, assisting schools in implementing bilingual instruction and helping students transition to international curricula.

Our team has played a key role in the founding and management of an international K–12 school, focusing on curriculum design and instructional quality. As the global education landscape evolved, we shifted toward online learning, exploring remote education models and achieving strong outcomes in student engagement and academic performance.

In recent years, Joy Academy Online has built a comprehensive, full-subject online curriculum system serving students globally.