Redefining K–12 Education in the East Bay
Located in Livermore, Acton Academy East Bay is a WASC-accredited, learner-driven private school serving students from Kindergarten through 12th grade across the Tri-Valley and greater Bay Area. We combine self-paced mastery, Socratic discussion, and hands-on learning to develop the next generation of leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
Our Vision: Empowering Every Child to Find Their Calling
At Acton East Bay, we believe every young person is on a Hero’s Journey, a path driven by curiosity, purpose, and deep personal growth. Our mission is to guide students as they take ownership of their learning, develop strong character, and gain the confidence to lead in a complex and fast-changing world.
Our learners don’t just memorize. They explore. Build. Lead.
How We Learn
Our approach blends timeless principles with forward-thinking practices, designed for curious minds in today’s world.
Self-Paced Mastery
Learners move forward only when they’ve mastered material,
not just passed a test.
Socratic Guiding
Teachers don’t lecture. Our “Guides” lead discussions that build critical thinking, curiosity, and respectful debate.
Hands-On Projects
From launching businesses to building robotics, learning is active, not passive.
Mixed-Age Studios
Multi-age classrooms foster mentorship, leadership, and deeper peer learning.
Blended Tech + Learning
We use the latest educational technology thoughtfully to empower students to learn at their own pace and ability, enriching their learning experiences.
Low Learner-to-Guide Ratio
No Homework
Encouraged travel & flexibility
A Space Designed for Innovation, Not Just Instruction
Forget desks in rows and stale bulletin boards. At Acton Academy East Bay, our learning environment is intentionally designed to spark creativity, collaboration, and ownership — more like a startup workspace than a traditional classroom.
Our open studios feature:
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Flexible seating and group zones.
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Whiteboard walls and whiteboard tables for idea sharing on the fly.
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Natural light, creative tools, and minimal distractions.
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Shared spaces where mixed-age learners can collaborate freely.
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Breakout areas for independent work or quiet reflection.
We’ve taken inspiration from innovative spaces like Google HQ — because if we expect learners to think boldly and lead confidently, they deserve a space that invites them to do just that. In this environment, young learners become designers, leaders, and builders — empowered to take charge of their education, collaborate like a team, and explore ideas in real time.
Studios at Acton Academy East Bay
At Acton East Bay, learning is tailored to the developmental stage of each learner. We group students into dynamic, mixed-age studios that promote leadership, collaboration, and self-direction at every level of their journey—from Kindergarten through high school.
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Explore what a day looks like inside each of our learner-driven studios.
Sparks Studio (Grades K-2)
In our Sparks Studio, the foundation is joy, curiosity, and independence.
Academic Mastery & Global Recognition​
Acton Academy East Bay is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). Ensuring your child’s academic progress is transferable and recognized by colleges and institutions worldwide.
At Acton Academy East Bay, we promise your child will:
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Embark on a Hero’s Journey- a purposeful path of growth, leadership, and self-discovery.
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Develop into a curious, independent, lifelong learner through hands-on learning and Socratic thinking.
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Gain a deep respect for freedom- economic, political, and spiritual, through real-world, values-driven experiences.
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Explore the beauty of the arts, science, and nature, building a sense of wonder about the world around them.
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Discover and apply their unique gifts to solve meaningful challenges- preparing for life, college, and career.
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Through a mastery-based approach, your child will grow with confidence, purpose, and the tools to lead in a rapidly changing world.
