Our Studios
Learner-driven schoolhouses
Our Studios
Our studios are a blend of the old and the new – a return to the community schoolhouses that built America – with the best of modern technology and 21st century organizational design.
In a tightly knit community bound by shared mission, promises and accountability, young people develop deep friendships and the skills to keep them for the long run.
Spark Studio
Montessori Pre-K Ages 3-6
The goal of the Spark Studio is to ignite a passion for learning and independence in young children. We combine tried-and-true Montessori methods with elements of Acton's innovative learning design to spark an intrinsic love of learning and help young people become independent and self-sufficient. The objectives of the Spark Studio are:
- Spark the love of learning
- Be curious and explore the natural world
- Learn to work independently and to cooperate with others
- Build the foundations of reading, writing, math, the arts, and independent learning
Exploration Studio
Montessori Lower Elementary Ages 6-9
Discover the wonders of the natural world, explore human ingenuity, take ownership of their learning, and develop and intrinsic love of learning. This studio uses tried-and-true Montessori methods, and adds more elements of the Acton learning design. The objectives of the Exploration Studio are:
- Create a solid foundation of math, reading, writing, the arts, and history.
- Ask great questions and become a curious, independent learner.
- Collaborate and work with others
- Learn to govern and manage their studio.
Discovery Studio
Upper Elementary Ages 9-12
The goal of Discovery Studio is for learners to develop individual talents. Discovery Studio is where Acton's learning design shines brightest as learners become fully independent and self-sufficient. The objectives of the Discovery Studio are:
- Take over the reins of studio governance as guides hand over systems and processes to the learners.
- Set and achieve challenging short and long-term goals
- Apply core skills like math, reading, writing to real-world learning on real-world projects that matter to learners
- Work hard, have fun, and develop a strong intrinsic love of learning.
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