Acton Academy Lakeside

"Our daughter started in a traditional school then went to school online. She wanted to go back to school in person. That’s when we found Acton Academy Lakeside. She is in charge of her own learning and takes responsibility for her work, just as she would in the real world. She collaborates with her peers and they encourage one another. She learns in an environment that is fun but also challenging. She loves school and looks forward to it."

"Thank you Acton Academy Lakeside for providing the tools for my children to be the best versions of themselves. I cannot express how happy my wife and I were the day we walked into Acton. We left with a sense of relief knowing that we found exactly what we were searching for. Our children were used to formal teaching but all started in Montessori schools. This school has challenged our children and us as parents to be better and not settle. Being average isn't going to change the world and Acton is anything but average. . Im thankful that we found you and am grateful that we got this opportunity to be here."

"We have 4 learners at Acton and I truly wish so many other families had the opportunity to experience Acton. I love that our kids are encouraged to be curious and independent and overall develop a life-long love of learning. I also love that strong character is encouraged just as much as academics. We feel very fortunate to be a part of this special community:)"

"Our son has been at Acton Lakeside for a year now. He was at a private and prestigious traditional school before, but his creativity and curiosity were limited by a process meant for kids who are lumped into a standardized, averaged set of skills and facts that someone determined were appropriate for each specific age group. He was bored and hated school, including pointless assignments that were a waste of time, repeatedly having to regurgitate information that he already knew. Acton was a game changer! He loves coming to school every day (and prays for no snow days). His confidence and curiosity are thriving. He gets to master concepts at his own pace (he finished 3 grade levels in math in the last year and is working on the 4th). He is given the autonomy to make decisions, work and problem solve in a team (with no need for adult involvement during conflict resolution), he is trusted to set his own goals and encouraged to forge his own path on the journey that emphasizes virtue and character building, leadership, hands-on learning, and finding a God-given calling that will make a difference in the world. Most importantly, his love for learning has returned, as well as his excitement to dream big and envision a bright, limitless future for himself. Acton is the future of education, the place where freedom is given so that learners can grow through making mistakes (which is celebrated) and develop confidence in their capabilities, while mastering skills that are actually needed in life. I know that the young heroes that come out of those doors, including my own, will be the next generation of virtuous leaders that our world so desperately needs. It is also an amazing community of families on a common mission, invited to grow together alongside their children, supporting each other and giving of themselves. It is unlike anything else I have ever been a part of, and I am eternally grateful for having found this opportunity."

"Acton Academy Lakeside is an amazing school. If you are looking for a learner-centered environment that fosters mastery and character building…check out their website to learn more!!! You will be amazed at how they provide a space for their learners to discover and pursue their God-given calling in life….while making a change in the world!!!"