Learning That Prepares Students for Life
At Templeton Academy, we believe education should prepare students for life, not just for tests or college applications. Our innovative academic approach blends rigorous content knowledge with the development of essential skills and personal purpose.
The Templeton Approach in Action
Core Advisory
Students recognize their unique gifts, develop essential skills, and build supportive communities.
Project-Based Learning
Authentic challenges with real-world relevance and public exhibitions of learning.
Fieldwork
Weekly excursions connecting classroom concepts to real-world applications.
Extended Learning Blocks
Our students engage in longer academic blocks of 85-135 minutes. This structure allows for:
- ✓ Depth over breadth - Time to explore topics thoroughly
- ✓ Authentic project work - Sustained focus on complex challenges
- ✓ Seamless field experiences - Learning beyond classroom walls
- ✓ Integrated subjects - Breaking down artificial barriers between disciplines
Quarterly Focus
Students take four subjects per quarter, completing eight courses over the academic year. This approach enables:
- ✓ Deeper understanding of subject matter
- ✓ Reduced cognitive load compared to juggling 6-8 classes simultaneously
- ✓ Meaningful connections between academic concepts and real-world applications
- ✓ More personalized learning tailored to individual needs and interests
Curriculum Highlights
Middle School (Grades 5-8)
- ✓ Integrated Humanities (English & History)
- ✓ STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math)
- ✓ Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Mandarin)
- ✓ Arts & Exploratory courses
- ✓ Core Advisory
High School (Grades 9-12)
- ✓ Humanities and STEM
- ✓ Advanced courses including Environmental Science, Statistics, Philosophy, and more
- ✓ Foreign Language (multiple levels)
- ✓ Arts and specialized electives
- ✓ College and career planning
How We Learn
Core Advisory
Beyond academics, students need to understand themselves and their purpose. Our Core Advisory program helps students recognize their unique gifts and develop essential skills.
Project-Based Learning
Our academic courses emphasize learning by doing through authentic, challenging projects with real-world relevance and collaborative problem-solving.
Fieldwork
Learning extends far beyond our campus walls through weekly excursions, partnerships with local organizations and hands-on experiences at museums and businesses.
Ready to Learn More?
See our academic program in action and speak with our faculty about how Templeton can support your student's unique educational journey.