Volcano an Acton Academy

21/01/2026

Skills that truly matter.

Our Eagles are currently in a five-week Quest with Antigua’s Bomberos Voluntarios, learning first aid and emergency response, skills that can make a real difference for themselves and others.

Across all three Studios, learners are building confidence, staying calm under pressure, and practicing how to show up when it matters, at any age.

This Quest blends hands-on learning,
community partnership, and a little fun too, trying on gear and stepping into the world of real-life helpers.

Real-world learning.
Skills for life.


experientiallearning

07/01/2026

What if choosing a school started with a conversation, not a tour?

At Volcano, we believe learning begins with curiosity, connection, and asking better questions.

So this year, we’re doing things a little differently.

Instead of inviting families to a traditional open house, we’re inviting you to coffee ☕

A relaxed, small-group coffee chat with Moni, our Head of School, where you can:
• Hear how our learner-driven model works
• Ask real questions
• Explore whether Volcano aligns with your family’s values
• Learn alongside other parents who are also curious

Bring 2+ other parents you trust, choose a time, and let’s talk.

No pressure. No presentations.

Just honest conversation about learning, childhood, and purpose.

Interested? Book a Coffee Chat with Moni by messaging 502-4094-3525
*Minimum 3 parents per session.

24/12/2025

Warmest wishes to you and your family this holiday season.

This time of year invites us to pause, breathe, and appreciate the moments that shape our journey. We are deeply grateful for the trust, joy, and partnership each family brings to our community. Your Eagles inspire us every day with their courage, playfulness, and growing sense of purpose.

May your holidays be filled with connection, laughter, and the kind of rest that fills the heart.

From our Volcano family to yours, thank you for being part of this incredible learning adventure.

🎄 Feliz Navidad y Próspero Año Nuevo.

We can’t wait to see what our Eagles discover in the new year ahead.

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10/12/2025

A new chapter is being written at Volcano.

As we move into the final weeks of the year, our Eagles are feeling that familiar spark that comes with transition, the sense that something exciting is on the horizon. Growth always brings change, and change invites us to reconnect with what matters most: courage, curiosity, and community.

You may notice little hints in these photos… wide-open spaces, rosy cheeks, joyful movement, a sense of possibility in every corner. Something new is coming! Something that will give our Eagles room to explore, build, and dream even bigger.

We can’t say much yet, but we can say this: the future is bright, and we’re grateful to be stepping into it together.

If you’d like to learn more about self-led learning in Antigua Guatemala, send Moni a WhatsApp message.

📲 Monica, Head of Learning, Volcano an Acton Academy Contact: 502-4094-3525

10/12/2025

🔥 DISCOVERY EXHIBITION | SESSION 2 🔥
Today, our Discovery heroes invited families into something truly special — their Learn to Learn journey. 🧭📚 This is not about grades or tests. It’s about building the habits, mindsets, and skills needed to become lifelong learners. 💪✨

This kind of self-driven growth only happens in a learner-driven environment — and we’re proud to say we’re the only school in Antigua doing it this way with the IALDS accreditation. 🇬🇹🌋
These heroes are learning how to learn — and that changes everything.

10/12/2025

✨ SPARK EXHIBITION | SESSION 2 ✨
Today our youngest heroes in Spark amazed us with their creativity, confidence, and curiosity! 🧠💡 Whether it was storytelling, art, building, or sharing their discoveries, each hero proudly showcased their journey of learning through play, exploration, and wonder. 🌈

This is what learner-driven education looks like — joyful, hands-on, and full of purpose! 💥👣

08/12/2025

Antigua Run by - such and honor to have been invited. Thank you! 🙏🏼 Volcano Learners ran while Parents and Staff got to spread the word about our unique mission, key beliefs, and promises! Such a wonderful Sunday! 💙👏🏼

26/11/2025

This season is the perfect moment to pause and notice the small victories, the brave choices, and the quiet acts of kindness our Eagles share every day.

🧭 This session, our Eagles continued to push themselves with SMART goals, faced challenges, and built new habits.

They leaned into Courage, Curiosity, and Character as they moved through their Hero’s Journey.

💛 What are you most grateful your child has discovered this year?

Share below 💬 and let’s celebrate the journey together.

13/11/2025

Don’t miss it & bring cash! 💕
📍El Bosque de AC 🗓️ 15 de Nov ⌚️12 a 5 pm

13/11/2025