At Acton Academy East Bay, every student is seen as a hero in the making. A Hero’s Journey is the personal path each learner takes to discover their unique gifts, pursue deep joy, and find a calling that can truly change the world. It’s beyond just education, it’s a mission.

Yes, and more. We embrace many core Montessori principles such as mixed-age studios, freedom within structure, discovery-based learning, long work periods, and freedom of movement.

But we take it further by integrating 21st-century technology and the Socratic method. That means our learners don’t just absorb information — they develop the skills to think critically, collaborate, and lead. At Acton, students learn how to learn, how to do, and how to be.

Explore more in this blog post from our affiliate, the Infinity School.

Curious, self-motivated, and respectful learners thrive here. Our student-driven environment is designed for those who love to learn, can follow instructions independently, ask big questions, and rise to real challenges. It’s a place where independent thinkers accelerate their growth and discover their full potential.