Triumph Academy: An Acton Academy

Our Campus

Triumph Academy is a K-8 school located in Cleveland, TN, on a 10-acre property on the south side of Cleveland. We serve learners ages 5 to 14, offering a learner-driven education that connects academic growth with real-world experiences and a deep appreciation for nature.

At Acton, we place curiosity and independence at the heart of everything we do. Our learners embark on their own Hero’s Journey, discovering their unique gifts and building the confidence and skills they need to thrive. Our program includes Socratic discussions, hands-on Quests, and enrichment opportunities like gardening, art, entrepreneurship, and science projects.

With a blend of the natural world and innovative learning, Triumph Academy is a place where young people learn to think critically, solve real-world problems, and develop a lifelong love of learning.

We believe each child who enters Triumph Academy will find a calling that changes the world. Our heroes are independent learners who find great joy in learning in a tight knit community that upholds the highest standards of excellence. The goals of our elementary and middle school studios include fostering a love of learning, enjoyment in reading, a desire to communicate clearly, and the joy of solving puzzles in real life - plus the ability to get along with others and move from daily to weekly and session-long goals.

The goal of an Acton Elementary studio is to equip each learner with the work ethic and relationship skills to be an independent learner - a hero who has learned how to learn, and how to think.

The goal of an Acton Middle School is to develop increased independence, encourage and reward self-motivation, and begin challenging apprenticeships in real-world scenarios. We focus on entrepreneurship, character development and critical thinking skills, alongside challenging academic content and quest challenges.

At Triumph Academy in Cleveland, TN, our learners are guided through their education in a one-room schoolhouse (the studio) with ages ranging from 5-14 years old (approximately K-8), separated into an Elementary Studio (K-5th grade) and Middle School Studio (6-8th grade). Session curriculum is designed to provide students with the tools, knowledge, and character to be effective communicators and problem solvers and to build entrepreneurial spirits. The studio caters towards the ages and developmental needs of its learners and incorporates core components of the Acton educational model:

Socratic Guiding - asking the right questions gives our learners ownership of and autonomy over their education.

Hands-on Learning - implemented through project-based Quests, experiential learning, Montessori activities, and apprenticeships (for older, prepared students).

An Entrepreneurial Focus - which culminates in an annual Entrepreneurship Quest and Children’s Business Fair.

Learner-Driven Education - made possible through uninterrupted core learning time where heroes engage with materials of their own choosing.

Character Development - incorporated with intention into the school day. Designed to equip our learners to approach life with integrity, intentionality, and purpose.

A Hero’s Journey Framework - encourages our learners to find their calling and change the world by harnessing their own unique gifts and passions.

Every Child is a Genius - who will learn at their own pace and embodies unique gifts. We provide the time and space to discover and dig into those gifts. Every child is a genius at something. Whether it be building models or creating science experiments, singing and acting, or simply being the first to praise their classmates and uplift others. These are exceptional gifts that will be nurtured at Triumph Academy!