Elementary Studio
An Acton Elementary Studio (ES) is more like a close-knit neighborhood than any "school" or homeschool group.
The main goal is for learners to explore, create, and build — both themselves and the world around them. In a safe environment and through a self-learning process, learners experience the relationship between freedom and responsibility, discover their Hero’s Journey, develop long lasting friendships, and participate in a hardworking community with a culture of inquiry.
A strong tribe inspires, equips, and connects young heroes as learners shift from “my feelings, right now” to “longer range goals and getting along with others." Most importantly, an ES Guide never answers questions, and instead offers choices, challenges, and responsibility — growing smaller every day until she or he no longer is needed in the studio.
This studio serves learners who are roughly 7 to 11 years old.
LEARNING in ES
Fun + Challenging = Mastery
Learning should be fun and challenging. Embracing rigor is part of saying “Yes” to a Hero’s Journey. The Elementary Studio is the gateway to your child starting theirs.
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