Our Learning Design and Studios
Spark Studio (ages 4-7)
Spark Studio is a bilingual (English, Dutch), authentic, Montessori-inspired environment that taps into the inherent love for learning, innate curiosity, and creativity within each learner.
Spark Studio lays the groundwork for reading, math, science, citizenship, and independent learning skills, preparing young individuals to excel in the Elementary Studio.
Discovery Elementary School Studio (ages 8-11)
In the Discovery Studio Learners accept their calling of a hero’s journey and embark on an adventure of learning and self-discovery.
Through the mastery of foundational core skills, engaging introductory Socratic discussions, collaborative teamwork, and immersive real-world quests, our learners delve into the realms of arts, sciences, history, and the natural world.
Explorer Middle School Studio (ages 11-14)
- Master core skills (reading, writing, and math) through the latest technology.
- Develop critical thinking and an appreciation for heroes and history through Socratic discussions.
- Dive deeply into biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, finance and psychology through immersive quests and public exhibitions.
- Prepare for the real world through challenging apprenticeships.
Launchpad High School Studio (age 14-18)
- Prepare for the real world through challenging apprenticeships, interviews with industry leaders, and deep reflection of how your gifts and passions align with a need in the world.
- Read deep literature; communicate clearly and powerfully; and tackle real world computational challenges.
- Wrestle with timeless moral dilemmas through Socratic discussions in Civilization and through studio governance.
- Dive deeply into college level biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, finance and psychology through immersive quests and public exhibitions.
- Serve in leadership roles in lower studios, their community, and around the world in the Acton Network.
Acton graduates leave with accredited private school transcripts and diplomas.