Education designed for
the 21st century
Welcome to Acton Academy Silicon Valley! Our school is committed to empowering young learners to become self-directed leaders through an educational model that challenges the status quo and puts learners first.
Here at Acton, your child will be in an environment where learners are encouraged to explore deeply, take chances, and make mistakes as they become the best version of themselves.
What you need to know about Acton SV
How we boldly reimagine education
At Acton SV, we boldly reimagine education by embracing a learner-driven approach that encourages curiosity, critical thinking, and real-world exploration. Our innovative model eliminates traditional homework and grades, focusing instead on project-based learning and personalized, self-paced progression. By empowering learners to take ownership of their learning journey, we cultivate a deep love for learning that extends far beyond the classroom, preparing them to thrive in an ever-evolving world.
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Meet our Team
At Acton Academy SV, our guides are more than educators; they are mentors on a journey of self-discovery and mastery. With a commitment to personalized learning, they guide learners to set audacious goals, fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Drawing on diverse backgrounds, our guides inspire innovation and empower every voice. They ignite a passion for lifelong learning, preparing learners to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Sarah Jeong
Sarah is an enthusiastic Spark Guide, recently pivoted into education through a newfound but deep-rooted passion for learning. Sarah is energized by the opportunity to help learners not only build academic skills, but confidence to tackle various challenges they haven't mastered, or even encountered yet.
Rachel Sink
Rachel is a curious teacher, lifelong learner, and creative problem solver who loves helping children discover what they’re capable of. Before moving into education, she spent nearly two decades in marketing, communications, and project management, turning complex ideas into something clear and engaging.
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Nina Sosa
A Redwood City native and devoted educator, she brings warmth, patience, and care to her work with young learners. She believes every child deserves the time and space to explore, grow, and build confidence at their own pace, fostering curiosity and creativity in the classroom each day.
Jordan Mineo
Jordan brings more than ten years of STEM education experience and a Master's in Instructional Design. Known to many Bay Area families as the science showman Plazma Petey, Jordan believes learners grow most when they own their learning and are trusted with real challenges.
Hannah Wheatley
Hannah brings 11 years of experience in education, having taught in both the UK and Chicago across settings ranging from Early Years through Upper Elementary. Throughout her career, she has worked extensively in play-based, inquiry-led, and experiential learning environments.
Explore the Studios of Acton Academy SV
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Nitty Gritty
Nitty Gritty
Our preschool is thoughtfully crafted to support the developmental milestones of young learners. Here, in a nurturing and stimulating environment, we ignite curiosity and cultivate a deep-seated love for learning.
Stepping into Nitty Gritty Studio marks the beginning of a child's educational journey. Beyond a traditional preschool, it's a place where young minds flourish, laying the foundation for future academic achievements and a lifelong passion for learning.
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Spark
Spark
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Discovery
Discovery
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Exploration
Exploration
In Exploration, learners are propelled into a distinctive realm of challenges that foster self-discovery and growth. Featuring deeper Socratic conversations and an emphasis on practical knowledge application, young heroes cultivate clear thinking, effective decision-making, and the development of positive habits. Navigating freedom within boundaries, these heroes become adept decision-makers and form a close-knit community valuing authentic friendships and honest resolution of interpersonal issues. The Exploration Studio empowers older students to seize control of their education, guiding them to learn, do, and be with purpose, strength, and meaning, cultivating kind, resilient, resourceful, and creative young minds prepared for the challenges of today's world. Within the Exploration Studio, learners engage in challenging real-world quests, push boundaries, and deepen their understanding of contemporary issues—a journey marked by growth and critical thinking.
Admissions are now open
If you're seeking an educational experience that goes beyond the ordinary, where your child can embark on a journey of self-discovery, critical thinking, and real-world exploration, Acton Academy is the place to be! Join us in shaping the future of education and unlocking the unique potential within each child.
