A Wexford K-12 School Empowering Young Heroes to Change the World
Where Learner-Driven Education Ignites Curiosity, Character, and Courage
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10,000+ Happy Families
1,000+ Acton Graduates
Give Your Child an Education That Fits Them
Self‑paced core skills, hands‑on projects and a caring community help your child become an independent, confident learner.
What is Acton Academy?
Young people doing challenging work at their own pace.
Collaborating on real-world projects.
Earning points for effort and badges for mastery.
Sharing learning in a tightly bound community.
Varied activities and projects that keep learners engaged and never bored.
Using the latest technology and Montessori materials to master reading, writing and math.
Clear boundaries and responsibilities that keep learning focused—not chaotic.
On a Hero's Journey, with challenges, adventures, fellow travelers and guides.
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Seth Godin
Gary Vee
Sal Khan
Jordan Peterson
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At Acton Academy, We Call Our Classrooms "Studios" Because Students Are Learning Through Movement, Exploration, And Hands-On Activities.
Ages 4-7 Years Old
Spark Studio
Spark Studio is where our youngest heroes begin to build independence, coordination and concentration. The room is filled with Montessori materials and space for movement, inviting children to learn by doing. Learners set simple goals, work individually or with friends and develop fine‑motor skills and self‑discipline through hands‑on activities.
Early reading, writing and math are introduced at each child’s pace using real materials and guidance. There are no tests or homework—learning happens through play, projects and plenty of outdoor time. Spark Studio is a warm, mixed‑age community where kindness and curiosity are celebrated.
Ages 8-11 Years Old
Elementary Studio
The Elementary Studio is where children develop a deep love of learning and kindness in relationships with others. This studio builds a foundation of learning and discovery through personalized Core Skills, exploratory Quest projects and play.
Core Skills – reading, writing, math and computer science – are self-paced and mastery-based using adaptive technology. Students explore the arts, sciences, history and natural world through hands-on projects each afternoon.
Ages 12-15 Years Old
Middle School Studio
The Middle School Studio is for students ages 12-15 who have already proven that they are able to work independently.
They will have opportunities and responsibility to expand their education including apprenticeships each year with heroes in the community.
Students continue collaborating, building their character and friendships with their studio-mates who will challenge and support them through peer review of their work.
Ages 16-18 Years Old
Launchpad Studio
Our hero has faced many challenges up to this point and has come out on the other side. Now comes one of their biggest challenges yet: high school.
As the hero prepares for the end of their school journey and the beginning of the next one - whatever that may be.
Launchpad works to help them create as many tools as possible to assist in their future quests in life. This is where their responsibility as the oldest members of the Academy really takes shape.
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"Our children ENJOY school consistently."
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Acton Academy has grown into a worldwide movement
There are over 350+ schools across 30 U.S. states and 20 countries, offering innovative, learner-driven education.
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