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A Different Kind of School
For families ready to rethink what education can be.
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Sage Academy Granbury is now enrolling a limited number of learners in our Spark Toddler Studio (22 months–3 years) and Discovery Studio (Elementary, 6–10 years).
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We are not the right fit for every family—but for those seeking independence, ownership, and real growth, this is where a learner’s journey begins.
Three Studios. One Purposeful Path.
From toddlers to elementary learners, each studio at Sage Academy Granbury is intentionally designed to meet learners where they are—fostering independence, curiosity, and real-world growth.
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Our Spark Toddler Studio serves learners ages 22 months to 3 years (or those who are potty trained and showing readiness), creating a gentle, supportive start focused on independence and exploration.
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The Primary Studio (ages 3–6) builds confidence and foundational skills through purposeful work and play.
Kindergarten at Sage Academy lives inside the Primary Studio—by design, not by default.
Rather than separating learners by grade, our Kindergarten program is part of a mixed-age environment where younger learners are inspired to grow and older learners step into leadership. This model fosters confidence, capability, and a deeper sense of ownership during one of the most important years of development.
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As learners grow, the Discovery Studio (ages 6–10) cultivates ownership, responsibility, and a drive toward mastery.
Middle and high school programs are on the horizon, continuing the same learner-driven path.
Discovery
Discovery Studio
Elementary Program | 6 – 10 yrs
Confidence in Action​
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​A learner-driven studio where curiosity leads. Through Socratic discussions, real-world Quests, and core skill mastery, learners take ownership and grow into capable, responsible leaders.
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Our Promises & Beliefs
We believe every learner is capable of far more than traditional education allows.
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Our role is not to deliver information—it’s to create an environment where learners build independence, confidence, and responsibility, one choice at a time.
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Through guided exploration, real-world challenges, and meaningful projects, we cultivate curiosity, resilience, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Is Sage a Good Fit for Your Family?
Choosing a school is an important decision—and Sage Academy is not the right fit for every family.
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We seek families who value curiosity, independence, and real growth, and who are ready to partner with us in a learner-driven journey.
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Take the first step in a transformative family experience—connect with us to explore our studios and see if Sage is the right fit for your learner.
Real-World Learning. Real Growth.
At Sage Academy, learning goes beyond memorization.
Through hands-on projects, Socratic discussions, and real-world challenges, learners build critical thinking, creativity, and confidence.
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They don’t just learn what to think—they learn how to think, lead, and take responsibility for their work.
Why It Works
This isn’t a small shift from traditional school—it’s a fundamentally different approach.
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At Sage Academy, learners take ownership of their goals, their work, and their growth.
With the right environment and expectations, they build confidence, resilience, and independence—skills that extend far beyond the classroom.
Real-world Skills
Project-based Learning
Socratic Discussions
Real Families. Real Growth.
Choosing a different path in education is a big decision.
Hear directly from Sage Academy families as they share their experiences, challenges, and the growth they’ve seen in their learners.
Testimonials
Innovative. Learner-Driven. Purposeful.
Innovative, Accredited, & Learner Driven
Sage Academy Granbury is an accredited affiliate of the Acton Academy Network—a global community of learner-driven schools.
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We are an independent private school serving learners from toddler through elementary, with plans to grow into middle and high school.
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Our studios are designed to foster independence, curiosity, and responsibility—empowering learners to take ownership of their education and their future.
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While each Acton Academy is unique, all share a commitment to a simple idea: learners are capable of far more than we think.
Meet the Guides
Our Guides don’t just teach—they create an environment where learners take ownership of their learning. They coach, challenge, and support each learner, helping them grow confidence, responsibility, and curiosity every day.
Tasha Richard
Head of School and
Guide Assistant Discovery Studio
Jamie Alexander
Co-Founder & Head Guide
Discovery Studio
Beth Martin
Spark Program
Director
Jan Tennery
Lead Guide - Toddler Studio Spark Program
22 mos – 3 yrs
Kristina Smith
Guide Assistant - Toddler Studio Spark Program
22 mos – 3 yrs
Makayla Pratt
Lead Guide - Primary Studio Spark Program
3 yrs – 6 yrs
Whitney Woerner
Guide Assistant - Primary Studio Spark Program
3 yrs – 6 yrs
Inspiring Learners Worldwide
"The goal of schools shouldn’t be to manufacture ‘productive citizens’ to fill some corporate cubicle; it should be to inspire each child to find a ‘calling’ that will change the world."
- Clark Aldrich, Author of Unschooling Rules
Sage Academy Granbury is proud to be part of the Acton Academy Network—a global community of over 350 independent, learner-driven schools. While each school is unique, all share a commitment to helping learners discover their potential and take ownership of their education.
Sage Academy Granbury is built for growth, not convenience. If you’re ready to step into a different kind of educational experience—one where learners take ownership, build confidence, and discover their calling—we invite you to begin today.
Other Acton Academies in Action
With more than 350 independently operated Acton Academy affiliates worldwide, each campus brings the learner-driven model to life in its own unique way—shaped by its community, leadership, and vision.
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While no two Acton schools look exactly alike, all are grounded in the same core belief: learners are capable of far more than we imagine when given ownership of their journey.
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Below are a few Acton Academies that closely align with our values and approach—offering a glimpse into how this philosophy comes to life in real communities.
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