Now enrolling · 2026–2027
What if children are far more capable than we imagine?
A private, learner-driven school for ages 4–12.
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How learning is built
Three kinds of learning, every day
Learning to Know
Reading, writing, and math through adaptive, self-paced tools.
Learning to Do
Practical skills built through real projects and real feedback.
Learning to Be
Responsibility, leadership, and figuring out how to be in the world.
What we do differently
A school that runs on responsibility
"He thrives on the freedom and responsibility that Acton provides"
— Parent, Discovery Studio
Real-world projects
Hands-on challenges where learners build skills that carry past the classroom.
Being outdoors
More of the day spent learning and playing outside, weather permitting.
Learner-driven
Self-paced work, real choices, and the responsibility that comes with both.
Mastery learning
A solid foundation first, then as far ahead as a learner is ready to go.
Character over grades
Room to try, fall short, and try again — where resilience actually forms.
Socratic discussion
Learners make their case out loud, and sharpen how they think and speak.
The Acton Academy mission is to inspire each person who enters our doors to find a calling that will change the world.
"I just think it's a great program for so many reasons — and the kids benefit so much from attending Acton."
— Acton Parent, 2024
"He really enjoys it and finds it meaningful."
— Acton Academy Sault Ste. Marie parent"He has gained more confidence this year too I think as we watched at the last exhibition."
— Parent, Spark Studio"I think he's been more independent at home lately and confident."
— Acton Academy Sault Ste. Marie parent"I can't wait to go back tomorrow."
— Learner, Spark Studio
See it for yourself
A day in the life
Twelve minutes inside an Acton studio — the closest thing to visiting before you visit.
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