At Acton Academy we lay the foundation for the joy of learning as we encourage our young heroes to find their life’s calling and tap into their unique genius. Our well-balanced educational experience ignites curiosity, creativity, and the ability to ask good questions.

21St Century Learning
​for your 9 - 13 year old

  • The latest in educational technology for self-paced mastery of reading, writing and math skills.
  • Deep Socratic discussions about heroes, history and self-governance to hone critical thinking skills and the ability to powerfully think, write and speak.
  • Hands-on project based Quests to master the tools and skills needed to solve problems in the real world.
  • Written promises and covenants that form a tightly bound community of individuals learning to form authentic friendships and honestly resolve interpersonal problems.

Meet Our Odyssey Guides

Miss Brittany | lead Guide

Miss Brittany has a degree in Elementary and Special Education from UNL, but has been drawn to alternative schools, particularly Montessori, since the beginning of her collegiate career.

After taking a gap year post-graduation and working at a Montessori program out in Denver, Miss Brittany came back to the Good Life where she stumbled upon Acton Academy. The more she learned about it, the more her heart was drawn to its beauty.

​As the Elementary Guide, she’s excited to walk alongside each learner on their own journey. In her free time, you may find her in nature, having heart-to-hearts with loved ones, road-tripping to Colorado, or dabbling in the arts.

Miss Abby | Assistant Guide

Miss Abby grew up on the East Coast where she found her calling for outdoor and experiential education. After graduating from Ithaca College she spent two years working at an outdoor school where she facilitated teamwork initiatives, taught outdoor skills, and lead adventure trips. She is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education to continue on her own journey as a lifelong learner.  Her passion for hands-on learning and cultivating independence led her to Acton. ​

Learning At Acton

Learn to Do

Hands-on learning for 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.
OUR STUDENTS BUILD SMALL BUSINESSES FROM THE GROUND UP.
Watch the video to learn about our Business Fair!

our Elementary Studio is Unique to other Private School Options

The Discovery Studio offers a safe, caring, and warm environment where young children thrive. The studio is arranged by learning areas: building and design, computers, manipulatives, core skills, library, and writing. The daily schedule and routines include a balance of indoor and outdoor activity time, plenty of time to play, which by the way, we feel is SUPER important to a child's development. Children are encouraged to think, reason, question, develop ideas, experiment, and problem solve, as well as make choices and display independence. Kindness and developing good character is a cornerstone in all we do. Navigating the challenges of friendship or learning to identify and express emotions, at Acton Lincoln, the intellectual, social, and emotional life of each child is honored.