Acton Difference
The “Montessori meets Silicon Valley” School
OUR APPROACH
Learn more about Acton and how our approach preps learners to develop essential skills (creativity, communication, collaboration, critical thinking) for the 21st Century
Learner-Driven
Students drive their growth through mastery and project based learning.
Montessori
Montessori principles are core concepts to learning throughout Acton Columbus.
Business Fair
Annual Children’s Business Fair to build entrepreneurial skills.
STEM Projects
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math projects to foster curiosity.
Project Based
Students delve into quests / projects to gain Hands-On learning.
Growth Mindset
An growth mindset environment and culture is central to everything we do.
Enrichment
Connecting with our community to enrich students beyond the classrom.
Exhibitions
End of session exhibitions allow Eagles to present their hard work.
Mastery Based
Self-paced learning means no tests, grades, lectures or homework.
Socratic
Our daily Socratic launches and discussions promote deep critical thinking.
Microschool
A tight knit community where students create, learn, and collaborate.
Maintenance
Ownership of the studio includes maintenance in all aspects.
“We had escaped the trap of obsessing about homework, PTA policies, and grades on tests. Like freeing birds from cages, we wereloosening our grip on our children and they were learning to fly.”
