Welcome to The Aptos Academy

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Recreation The Aptos Academy is a private, non-denominational community school located near San Andreas and Highway 1 in Aptos, California. Its purpose is to provide an educational environment where students are excited about learning and can discover and meet their full potential, while studying at their own rate on an enriched curriculum. Developing good study skills, fully understanding earlier materials before moving on, and good citizenship are all emphasized.

Our Philosophy...

That every child has a strong natural desire to learn, and the right to exercise that desire.

That this desire must be supported by introducing the child to a proper study technology and encouragement of good study habits.

That each student should build a solid foundation of knowledge and understanding of his current studies before proceeding to the next level.

That the child's desire to learn must not be suppressed or smothered by incompetent teaching, a distractive study atmosphere, or duress.

That each child is a unique individual and should be able to proceed at a pace suited to his or her own abilities, talents, and interests.

That each child needs to develop the ability to observe, think, and express his or her thoughts clearly.

That it is the school's responsibility to observe, measure, and recognize students' achievements, and maintain a positive environment for learning.

That proper education includes learning and practicing respect and responsibility for the rights and needs of others.

That the school should be a contributing member of the community, and that students and teachers should undertake projects that are of service to the community.

That the school should support a diversity of backgrounds, beliefs, personalities, and ideas, while maintaining the rules and requirements appropriate to achieving the objectives outlined above.

The curriculum includes all the basics: literature, verbal and written expression, math, science, research skills, and social studies. Students also participate in a daily physical education program along with substantial programs in art, drama, music, band, foreign language, and computer literacy. Community service projects are part of each grade and include beach cleanups, litter removal, tutoring, toy and food drives, and recycling. Once students are in the 6th grade, they may choose from a wider selection of enrichment classes such as archery, ceramics, photography, cooking and web design.

All students are invited to take part in the school newspaper and student council. The atmosphere is one of teamwork, mutual respect and friendliness, as the small school environment prompts friendships to develop through the entire student body rather than within a clique. The school is designed for up to 130 children, grades preK – 8. Facilities, other than classrooms, include an art room, science room, library and a multi-purpose theater used for assemblies, special programs, gymnastics, and dramatic productions. A central courtyard is used for lunches and breaks. Play areas including a large soccer field, hardtop area for basketball, exercise area, as well as a separate playground for younger students are provided on the four-acre campus.