What if one of the best things we could do for our kids is… let them get a little scared? It sounds strange in a world that’s spent the last two

At Acton Academy, some of the most transformative learning moments don’t happen during a lesson—but between learners. It happens when an older student notices a younger learner struggling with a math

On November 22, our young entrepreneurs once again showed our community what children are truly capable of. From handmade crafts to tech-inspired services, the creativity and courage on display at

At Acton Academy Kennebunkport, we believe learning happens best when it’s real — when students step into the world and experience the lessons that can’t be taught in a textbook.

In today’s world of padded playgrounds, knee pads, and “safety first” policies, one of the most essential ingredients in a child’s development is quietly disappearing: risk. We’ve replaced jungle gyms with

What if your 8-year-old could launch a business this weekend—and learn more in two days than in a semester of school? That’s the magic of the Children’s Business Fair (CBF). It

When Sir Ken Robinson told the story of a man who always dreamed of being a fireman, the audience laughed at first. It seemed like a simple childhood dream—one most

What if school wasn’t a place where kids followed orders — but where they stepped into a story, wrestled with dragons, and discovered the courage to rise again? That’s the heart

What admitting “I don’t know” teaches learners, parents, and guides about real growth In a conversation between Jordan Peterson and Acton Academy cofounder Jeff Sandefer, a simple but profound idea emerged

What does it take to raise a child who can think boldly, act courageously, and contribute meaningfully to the world? At Acton, we believe the answer is simple: give them