Ivy Greene Academy centers its philosophy on the "Hero's Journey," encouraging learners to discover their passions and unique gifts. It emphasizes learner-led learning, where learners take ownership of their education, set goals, track progress, and participate in decision-making processes regarding studio rules, scheduling, and even disciplinary actions. The Academy aims to cultivate independent, lifelong learners who are prepared to find their calling and make a positive impact on the world.

Unlike traditional schools, Ivy Greene Academy emphasizes hands-on, project-based learning, experiential learning expeditions (Quests) and individualized encouragement. There are no traditional teachers; instead, Guides facilitate learning by asking insightful questions and helping learners arrive at their own conclusions. Homework and standardized testing are minimized. The focus is on real-world skills, character development, and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset.

"Studios" are the learning environments at Ivy Greene, designed to encourage creation and personal expression, rather than traditional classrooms. "Quests" are experiential learning expeditions that allow learners to explore topics in depth through hands-on activities, promoting teamwork, problem-solving, and goal-setting skills.

Being "learner-led" means that learners are actively involved in shaping their learning experience and the school community. This includes participating in decisions regarding studio rules, scheduling, and school systems. Learners are also responsible for setting their own learning goals, tracking their progress, navigating relationships, and reflecting on their experiences. Age-appropriate freedoms are given to learners to the greatest extent possible.

Ivy Greene Academy is rooted in a core set of values, known as HEROES:

Healthy Mind, Body & Spirit: Pursuing knowledge, self-awareness, exercise, good nutrition, understanding one's place in the world and finding purpose.

Entrepreneurship: Identifying problems to solve, fostering creativity, developing financial literacy, and cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset.

Responsibility: Contributing to the community, owning mistakes, maintaining healthy relationships, making moral decisions, and thinking independently.

Open-Heartedness: Practicing empathy, respecting the community, speaking honestly, promoting equity and fairness, and standing up for what is right.

Excellence: Striving for continuous improvement, setting high standards, using time wisely, and embracing growth.

Service: Considering others in everything one does, supporting the community, and using one's gifts to bring value to the lives of others.

The Launchpad program is Ivy Greene Academy's high school program (9th-12th grade) designed to help learners pursue their passions, develop their skill sets, and explore extensions of their creativity. learners complete apprenticeships aligned with their career goals. The Launchpad staff equips learners and families in goal achievement through apprenticeships, real startups, businesses, and projects and the opportunity to earn college credit or AP/Honors coursework. It differs from traditional high schools because it focuses on individualized learning plans and real-world experience instead of subject-based courses.

Ivy Greene Academy uses a variety of methods to measure learner progress, including:

Earning badges for mastery of skills and character.

Assembling portfolios showcasing rough drafts, photos, videos, and other creative work.

Participating in public exhibitions at the end of Quests to present work to experts, customers, or the public.

Parents can review earned badges in Core Skills like reading, writing, math, and spelling and character development.

Ivy Greene Academy offers a Children's Business Fair where learners can create, market, and sell their own products, developing entrepreneurial skills and building confidence. Additionally, learners in the Legends program build a business from the ground up. The Academy also includes a Makerspace with various low-tech and high-tech materials where learners can prototype and create.

Our school hours are from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday, for full-time learners. Our Spark Studio offers more flexible scheduling options to accommodate different learning needs. We follow a modified calendar aligned with Acton Academy’s schedule, with the school year running from September through June.

Tuition for full-time learners is $7,200 per year, which can be paid in convenient monthly installments. Additional fees or costs may apply for specific activities, events, or programs.