Acton Academy Taipei

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees NT$94,760

Ages 6 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 15

Type Co-educational

Opened 2018

Bus Service No

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Academic offering

Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), Cambridge (Secondary), British Curriculum, IB (DP), IBCP (International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme), Cambridge IGCSE, American Curriculum, Cambridge (Primary)

Taught languages English

Typical class size 8

Strengths STEM, Visual and Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment

Clubs Community and Service, Arts and Creative

Stages Primary School, Middle School, High School

Introduction

Acton Academy Taipei operates as part of the Acton Academy network. The campus is in Beitou District, with the elementary studio a short walk from Xinbeitou MRT Station and the middle/high school studio a short walk from Guting MRT Station. The school emphasizes learner-driven, project-based learning through its Quest framework (Learn to Do, Learn to Learn, Learn to Be) and a focus on three core areas: Core Skills, Collaboration, and Creating. The school currently serves grades 1–9, with plans to launch a high school (Fall 2026). The surrounding area offers nearby parks, libraries, museums, and other community resources.

actontaipei.org

No. 167, Guangming Rd, Beitou District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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The Essentials

Location

Acton Academy Taipei operates two Taipei campuses. The elementary studio is a two-minute walk from Xinbeitou MRT Station, with nearby parks, a public library, galleries, and hiking trails. The middle/high school studio is a three-minute walk from Guting MRT Station, with access to indoor gym and science labs and opportunities for university research apprenticeships; a high school studio for grades 10–12 is planned to launch in Fall 2026.

Stages

Acton Taipei serves grades 1–6 in an elementary studio and grades 7–9 in a middle school studio. A high school studio for grades 10–12 is planned to launch in Fall 2026.

Type

Acton Taipei is a non-profit learning organization within the Acton Academy network. It describes itself as learner-driven and not Montessori, and uses multi-age cohorts.

Additional learning support

The school aims to be inclusive and notes that high-functioning students with learning differences can thrive with the right support from family and outside therapists; each child's needs are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Country affiliation

There is no country-affiliation formal label for the school. It is Taiwan-based and is accredited through the International Association of Learner Driven Schools (based in the United States) and approved by the Taipei City Government as an experimental education group; it is a non-profit foundation registered in Taiwan.

Religious affiliation

There is no religious affiliation; Acton Taipei states that children and families of all faiths are welcome.

School day structure

Elementary day starts at 8:30 AM and ends at 3:00 PM. The academic year runs from late August/early September to late June/early July.

Bus service

The official site does not list a school bus service. The campuses are within short walking distance of Xinbeitou and Guting MRT stations, suggesting transportation primarily via public transit.

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Fees

Acton Academy Taipei – Fees information (as of January 3, 2026) is taken from the school's official site and admissions FAQ. The school currently serves Grades 1–6 in Elementary and Grades 7–9 in Middle School, with a High School launching for Grades 10–12 in Fall 2026. The published figures below reflect the most recent official data available for the current public materials.

Academics

Curriculum

Acton Academy Taipei currently serves grades 1–9 and plans to launch a high school program in Fall 2026. The curriculum is learner-centered and project-based, organized around Learn to Do, Learn to Learn, and Learn to Be, with real-world quests such as the Medical Biology Quest and an Architecture Quest. Core Skills cover foundational subjects (reading and math) at each student's own pace, using adaptive software and hands-on work, while the program avoids homework and traditional grades. The program also emphasizes collaboration and creating, supporting social-emotional development and the production of tangible, hands-on results from projects. Learn to Be focuses on character and leadership, including Servant Leader Badges and Socratic Discussions as part of a Hero's Journey.

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Admissions

1. The school notes that you can arrange either a virtual or in-person tour, which is helpful for families outside Taipei. Acton Taipei has two campuses: the elementary program is near Xinbeitou MRT, and the middle/high program is near Guting MRT, so the tour can help you understand which campus fits your child. The school also states that a high school for grades 10–12 is planned to launch in Fall 2026. (Virtual tours are available; in-person tours are offered at the Beitou and Güting locations.)

Scholarships

3) Step 3 – One-week trial: After the online application, the school invites the child to a one-week trial. The trial fee is 10,000 NT$, which is non-refundable, and any materials or subscriptions ordered for the trial will stay with the school; these items are subsequently returned if the child does not enroll. If the child enrolls, the trial fee is credited toward the first semester tuition.

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2) Step 2 – Online application after the tour: If both sides feel there could be a good fit after the tour, you'll be asked to fill out an online application form. As part of the application, you must provide the email address of your child's current teacher, and the school cannot move forward until they hear back from that teacher. This step emphasizes getting a teacher reference before the process proceeds. (Email to start: hello@actontaipei.org.)

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FAQs

What curriculum does Acton Academy Taipei offer?

Acton Academy Taipei offers AP curriculum. Acton Academy Taipei currently serves grades 1–9 and plans to launch a high school program in Fall 2026.

What age range does Acton Academy Taipei cater for?

Acton Academy Taipei accepts students from age 6 to 18. Acton Taipei serves grades 1–6 in an elementary studio and grades 7–9 in a middle school studio. A high school studio for grades 10–12 is planned to launch in Fall 2026.

What are the fees at Acton Academy Taipei?

Annual fees at Acton Academy Taipei range from approximately 94,760 to 94,760. Acton Academy Taipei – Fees information (as of January 3, 2026) is taken from the school's official site and admissions FAQ. The school currently serves Grades 1–6 in Elementary and Grades 7–9 in Middle School, with a High School launching for Grades 10–12 in Fall 2026.

Where is Acton Academy Taipei located?

Acton Academy Taipei is located in Taiwan. Acton Academy Taipei operates two Taipei campuses. The elementary studio is a two-minute walk from Xinbeitou MRT Station, with nearby parks, a public library, galleries, and hiking trails.

Is Acton Academy Taipei co-educational?

Acton Academy Taipei is a co-educational school. Acton Taipei is a non-profit learning organization within the Acton Academy network. It describes itself as learner-driven and not Montessori, and uses multi-age cohorts.

How do I apply to Acton Academy Taipei?

The admissions process at Acton Academy Taipei: 1) Step 1 – Initial contact and campus tour: To begin, you should email hello@actontaipei.org to apply or schedule a tour, or use the Schedule a Tour option on the site. The school notes that you can arrange either a virtual or in-person tour, which is helpful for families outside Taipei.

Does Acton Academy Taipei offer scholarships or financial aid?

Acton Academy Taipei offers scholarships and financial aid. 3) Step 3 – One-week trial: After the online application, the school invites the child to a one-week trial.

What learning support does Acton Academy Taipei provide?

Acton Academy Taipei provides learning support services. The school describes itself as inclusive and states that high-functioning students with learning differences can thrive with the right support from family and outside therapists. It indicates that assessment of children with learning differences is done on a case-by-case basis.

Does Acton Academy Taipei offer English as an Additional Language (EAL) support?

The school does not publicly disclose information regarding EAL.

What facilities does Acton Academy Taipei have?

Acton Academy Taipei has bright studios designed for hands-on, project-based learning. The spaces include dedicated reading spots, a treehouse with a view of a nearby park, a makerspace, a kitchen for cooking and baking, and worktables for hands-on projects.

What extra-curricular activities are available at Acton Academy Taipei?

Acton Academy Taipei offers a range of extra-curricular activities. Creating centers on hands-on making and projects that yield tangible results. Students design and fabricate with their hands and work on projects that emphasize process over perfection.

Who is the head of Acton Academy Taipei?

The head of school at Acton Academy Taipei is Dr. Si Yi (Jenny) Wang, Co-Founder, Head of School.

How many students attend Acton Academy Taipei?

Acton Academy Taipei has approximately 15 students. The school serves students from age 6 to 18.

When was Acton Academy Taipei founded?

Acton Academy Taipei was founded in 2018. Acton Academy Taipei opened in September 2018, led by co-founder Dr. Jenny Wang and founding families, to introduce Acton's learner‑driven model in Taipei.

What accreditations does Acton Academy Taipei hold?

Acton Taipei is accredited through the International Association of Learner Driven Schools (IALDS), based in the United States.

What is the parent community like at Acton Academy Taipei?

Acton Taipei describes its community as a tight-knit group formed by founding families and an incredible guide who helped launch the school.

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