Hands On Learning
Character Development
Self-paced Learning
Reimagine Education.
At Acton Academy St. George, we are rethinking education to prepare learners for the 21st century. We use project-based hands-on learning, outdoor adventure play, and the latest in game-based learning in a self-paced learning environment to build a tightly bound community of lifelong learners. We set aside high stakes testing and rote memorization for character-based development and agency to foster meaningful growth in our learners.
This is Acton Academy St. George
Hey Parents
From before we even became parents, we knew we wanted the best education possible for our children. We knew of a school that would embrace the individuality and agency of our children while building their character and giving them room to fail and learn.
But that school didn't exist in St. George, UT and for us it was the only option, so we started it.
Along with 350 other owners, we believe Acton Academy delivers on everything we dreamed of school to be and know that it closely aligns with the values of Southern Utah residents. We'd love to show you how.
Learning At Acton
LEARN TO DO
Hands-on Projects in Science, Entrepreneurship, and the Arts prepare children for Apprenticeships and real-world challenges.
LEARN TO LEARN
Socratic Discussions and self-paced challenges equip children to be independent lifelong learners.
LEARN TO BE
The Hero’s Journey, relational covenants, and real-world consequences transform difficult decisions into virtuous habits.
We promise through Socratic guiding and experiential learning to encourage each member of our community to:
- Begin a Hero’s Journey;
- Discover precious gifts and a commitment to mastery;
- Become a curious, independent, life-long learner;
- Embrace the forging of a strong character;
- Cherish the arts, the physical world, and the mysteries of life; and
- Treasure economic, political, and religious freedom.
SPOTS AVAILABLE BY STUDIO
Remaining Spots are Outlined Below
If the number of spots in a particular studio are showing 0, there is a waitlist.
Part-Time Spark (Preschool)
Approx.
Ages 3-4
Full-Time Spark (Pre-K, Kinder, 1st)
Approx.
Ages 3-7
Discovery (Elementary)
Approx.
Ages 7-12
You will notice as you review the various studios, the ages overlap. This allows our Learners to move at their own pace, free from arbitrary "grade level work." Learners are placed in specific studios based on a number of factors, age being just one of them.
Find out if Acton St. George is the right fit for your family
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The journey starts here.
The process of finding the right school for your family can be challenging. Each school has their own process and expectations. For us, we refer to our application process as an "audition." Now, before you start planning out choreography for a family dance routine, as cool as that would be, we are auditioning for you as much as you are for us. This is intentional to make sure Acton Academy St. George is the right fit for your family and for our community.
Our unique audition process acts as your guide to discover the beliefs and promises we ask you to make as an Acton family. You will be asked to read a book, reflect on your personal beliefs about education, etc. to make sure that you are prepared to make the promises we ask of our community.
We recognize that we likely ask more of you in this process than other schools but we know that the process is both enjoyable and important to make sure we maintain a thriving community of life long learners.
The following steps outline the audition process and through this time, we hope you come closer as a family and find what you're looking for, whether that's us or something else. We accept applications year round. Applications are open for the current school year.
You can learn more on our admissions page.
Request an Info Kit
We ask that families review our free information kit first as a way to become familiar with our school. This will help set the foundation for all discussions and give you a pretty good idea if our model of learning is right for your family. This needs to be completed before scheduling a tour.
Schedule a Tour
Following our call, we'll schedule a time for you and your family to come tour our campus at Acton Academy St. George. This will be an opportunity for us to get to know you and for you to know us, as well as see our space and ask any questions you might have. We look forward to seeing you soon!
Submit Application
Following a tour, if our school is the right fit for your family, you'll begin the formal application process. We ask the following of families in this process.
- Read Courage to Grow by Laura Sandefer
- Complete our Initial Application Form
- Schedule a "trial" for your Child to experience an Acton Studio
Admissions Decision
After the Application steps outlined are completed, we will convey an admissions decision usually within a week. Official enrollment occurs upon receipt of the annual registration fee and signed enrollment documents.