about acton
Acton Academy is a place where children are free to continue that path to naturally find a love of learning.
Many of today’s schools tout the world of “21st Century Skills,” which is based on asking questions to encourage critical thinking, inquiry, and reasoning. Students are expected to evaluate, integrate, and translate ideas to solve problems while completing teacher-led projects. Yet, the learners are not given the potential of learning through their own process. It is laid out for them. They often aren’t allowed to make mistakes and learn from their failures. Failure, rather than becoming another opportunity to learn, becomes laden with fear. At Acton, we value 21st Century Skill learning in the truest form–through Socratic discussions and real-world projects through collaboration with their fellow peers.
We offer a truly different and freedom approach to their education. Supported by the latest in technology and our own community awareness, we move beyond lectures, homework, tests, and even grades. Teachers become Guides to be there only when absolutely needed, someone that allows for the flow of a studio between the learners, giving them their space while keeping it safe. The Studio is filled with multi-age learners for collaborative work–as partners and inspiration. Our schedule allows for flexibility so that each learner can carve their own path and lead by their own inspiration.
Acton Academy is a place where children are free to continue that path to naturally find a love of learning.
Many of today’s schools tout the world of “21st Century Skills,” which is based on asking questions to encourage critical thinking, inquiry, and reasoning. Students are expected to evaluate, integrate, and translate ideas to solve problems while completing teacher-led projects. Yet, the learners are not given the potential of learning through their own process. It is laid out for them. They often aren’t allowed to make mistakes and learn from their failures. Failure, rather than becoming another opportunity to learn, becomes laden with fear. At Acton, we value 21st Century Skill learning in the truest form–through Socratic discussions and real-world projects through collaboration with their fellow peers.
We offer a truly different and freedom approach to their education. Supported by the latest in technology and our own community awareness, we move beyond lectures, homework, tests, and even grades. Teachers become Guides to be there only when absolutely needed, someone that allows for the flow of a studio between the learners, giving them their space while keeping it safe. The Studio is filled with multi-age learners for collaborative work–as partners and inspiration. Our schedule allows for flexibility so that each learner can carve their own path and lead by their own inspiration.
Acton Academy of 30a promises that learners will discover their most precious gifts, along with the dedication it takes to develop real talent. Learners will understand the importance of a strong character, cherish the arts and wonders of the physical world, and the mystery of life. At Acton Academy of 30a we treasure economic, political, and religious freedom.
Childhood is just a moment in time but a crucial beginning point that can be filled with such potential building blocks for a future of possibilities!
our promise
Located along scenic route 30A, right across from a beach access point.
our studio
8281 e co highway 30a
guides
Acton Academy takes a different approach to education with self lead learning by offering guides in the studio rather than teachers. There is no lecturing, no homework given, and the guides do not even answer questions.
The role of the guide is to propose challenges and quests, help learners set boundaries and studio contracts amongst their tribe, and help learners find their calling through their own hero’s journey.
Amanda Heller, winner of “Teacher of the Year” at Dune Lakes Elementary school is the lead guide and co-owner of Acton Academy of 30a.
Acton Academy takes a different approach to education with self lead learning by offering guides in the studio rather than teachers. There is no lecturing, no homework given, and the guides do not even answer questions.
The role of the guide is to propose challenges and quests, help learners set boundaries and studio contracts amongst their tribe, and help learners find their calling through their own hero’s journey.
Amanda Heller, winner of “Teacher of the Year” at Dune Lakes Elementary school is the lead guide and co-owner of Acton Academy of 30a.
As creative entrepreneurs, we wanted a school that would encourage and guide our daughters to think for themselves, to feel empowered, to be allowed to question everything, to always be open to new ideas and new ways of doing things.
We wanted our daughters to fall in love with learning, not just ticking boxes of things they are supposed to do at certain ages. And most importantly we wanted a school where the kids are allowed to be free – to be outside, to have fun, to learn to build objects but also a community. Acton is all these things and more and not just for the learners but the parents too. It brings us so much joy to see how much the kids love school – so much so there are tears on the weekends and holidays when the school is closed!
LOUISE LECHAT
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Acton has been a game changer for our family. It allows our children to learn while still thriving as individuals. When a child can persue their own interests, learning becomes fun. The freedom they have to follow their own path makes such a difference. They wake up excited for school and what the day will hold.
Acton constantly pushes them to think outside the box and better themselves. From making the studio rules, to planning exhibitions showing the families all their hard work, the children lead it all. Problem solving skills and a growth mindset are instilled in them and will carry them through whatever path they choose in life. We are so excited for this school community and can’t wait to watch it grow!
ellen gleason
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