Rooted in Curiosity, Growing Through Independence
Transform your child's future with innovative learning experiences at Acton Academy Basehor.
Guided by Purpose, Growing Together.
Our Beliefs
We believe each person has a gift that can change the world in a profound way.
We believe in learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
We believe in a closely connected family of lifelong learners.
We believe in economic, political, and religious freedom.
Our Promises
We promise, through Socratic guiding and experiential learning, to encourage each member of our community to:
Begin a Hero’s Journey;
Learn to be a curious, independent, lifelong learner;
Develop a deep respect for economic, political, and religious freedoms;
Cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world, and the mysteries of life on Earth; and
Discover your most precious gifts and learn to use them to serve others.
Our Learning Framework
How We Learn at Acton Basehor
Learning to Know
Self-paced mastery of reading, writing, math, and more. Learners use tools like Khan Academy and Lexia to earn badges through real understanding—not memorization.
Learning to Do
Hands-on Quests in science, business, and the arts. Students present their work publicly, develop real-world skills, and take on apprenticeships as they grow.
Learning to Be
Fostering character through peer accountability, Socratic dialogue, and purposeful habits. Learners earn badges for demonstrating integrity, kindness, courage, and grit.
For Curious, Brave, Purpose-Driven Kids
Ideal for grades K–5, Acton Basehor blends freedom with responsibility—igniting passion, purpose, and a lifelong love of learning.
Meet Our Founders
Hello, We're the Croucher's! We're ordinary parents, who, just like you, wanted something different for our family! We set off on a journey to find our network of like minded families who wanted something more than the typical cookie cutter approach. We believe everyone has been designed with unique gifts to change the world for the better so we've created a space to do just that! We're excited you're here and look forward to serving your family!
What Makes Acton Academy Different
Learner-Driven
Students take ownership of their education through self-paced learning and personal goals.
Socratic Discussions
No lectures—just powerful questions. We cultivate critical thinking, not passive listening.
Collaborative Project-Based Learning
From starting businesses to solving real problems, our learners create, build, and lead.