Our mission is to inspire each person who enters our doors to find a calling that will change the world.
Our philosophy is grounded in the belief that children are capable, curious, and courageous. When given the right environment, they grow into lifelong learners and purposeful leaders.
What Guides Us
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The Hero’s Journey
Every child is a hero on an adventure to find their gifts and use them to make a difference.
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Purpose Over Performance
Real growth comes from meaning, not just measurement.
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Freedom with Responsibility
Choice builds ownership, and ownership builds character.
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Growth Mindset
Mistakes are fuel for mastery.
Our Beliefs
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We believe each person has a gift that can change the world in a profound way.
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We believe in learning to learn, learning to do, and learning to be.
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We believe in a closely connected family of lifelong learners.
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We believe in economic, political, and religious freedom.
The Skills That Matter Most
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Learn to Learn
Master how to think, not what to think.
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Learn to Do
Build real skills through hands-on projects and challenges.
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Learn to Be
Develop character, empathy, and resilience.
Our promises
We promise, through Socratic guiding and experiential learning, to encourage each member of our community to:
• Begin a Hero’s Journey;
• Learn to be a curious, independent, lifelong learner;
• Develop a deep respect for economic, political, and religious freedoms;
• Cherish the arts, wonders of the physical world, and the mysteries of life on Earth; and
• Discover your most precious gifts and learn to use them to serve others.
See our philosophy in action
Explore these videos to better understand the mindset and methods behind Wayfare Academy.
Disruptive Education: Featuring Laura and Jeff Sandefer, founders of Acton Academy.
