Parents who know something feels off…
If school doesn’t feel right for your child, you’re not imagining it.
Most schools prepare kids for tests.
We prepare them for life.
For families who know their child is capable of more.
If your child is…
Bored or not challenged
Stressed about grades
Going through the motions
Capable of more, but not showing it
Private school · Wexford, PA
For families who know their child is capable of more.
We help young people become confident, independent, and prepared for life.
HI, WE'RE
Ronnie and Meghan Esposito
founders of Acton Academy Pittsburgh
Like many parents, we wanted the very best education possible for our three children.
The challenge was that each of our children was completely different, with their own strengths, interests, and passions.
We weren't looking for a one-size-fits-all approach.
We wanted a place where curiosity was protected, character mattered, and young people were trusted with real responsibility.
As we looked at the world our children were growing up in, one thing became clear: the future would demand far more than memorization and test-taking.
Young people would need to be adaptable, self-directed, and capable of solving problems in a rapidly changing world.
When we discovered Acton Academy, it felt like finding something we had been searching for all along.
Today, we're honored to serve families who believe young people are capable of far more than most adults imagine.
What does learning look like at Acton Pittsburgh?
Young people work at their own pace and are challenged at the level they need.
They build confidence by taking ownership of their goals and learning.
They collaborate on meaningful projects that connect learning to the real world.
They develop critical thinking and communication skills through daily discussions.
They strengthen reading, writing, and math using a blend of Montessori materials and adaptive learning programs.
They learn alongside a close-knit community of peers, guides, and families who support them on their journey.
Hear from the families living it every day.
"The first place my daughter has ever truly flourished.."
“The best part? He looked forward to school every day.”
A different experience at every stage of the journey.
Every young person is on a unique journey. Our studios are designed to meet learners where they are and provide the right level of challenge, responsibility, and support at each stage of childhood.
Ages 4-7 Years Old
Spark Studio
Spark Studio is where our youngest heroes begin to build confidence, independence, and a love of learning.
Through a balance of foundational reading, writing, and math, hands-on projects, exploration, and purposeful play, learners develop responsibility, curiosity, and the habits that will serve them for years to come.
Ages 8-11 Years Old
Elementary Studio
Elementary Studio is where learners build a deep love of learning while developing the independence, responsibility, and collaboration skills that come with being part of a learner-driven community.
Through self-paced academics, hands-on projects, and daily opportunities to work with others, learners strengthen critical thinking, problem solving, and the confidence to take on meaningful challenges.
Ages 12-15 Years Old
Middle School Studio
Middle School Studio is where learners take on greater responsibility, embrace bigger challenges, and begin applying their learning in the real world.
Through apprenticeships, collaborative projects, and increased ownership of their goals and learning, learners gain real-world experience while helping shape the culture of the studio and serving as role models for younger learners throughout the school.
Ages 16-18 Years Old
Launchpad Studio (Coming Soon)
Launchpad is where learners begin designing their next great adventure.
Whether their path leads to college, entrepreneurship, a trade, or something entirely unique, learners take ownership of their future through real-world experiences, apprenticeships, certifications, and personalized challenges designed around their goals and interests.
Contact Us
Acton Academy Pittsburgh, 3500 Brooktree Road Wexford, PA 15090 USA
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