Austin Children's Academy

Austin Children's Academy is a premier Montessori school in Northwest Austin, founded in 2007 by Sam Gupta, an Austinite and University of Texas alumnus. The school offers an authentic Montessori curriculum that fosters life skills, individuality, and a lifelong love of learning, recognized by the Austin Montessori Society and honored as a “Top Private School” by Austin Monthly and “Favorite Montessori School” by Austin Family Magazine. The academy utilizes the Montessori Method, emphasizing cognitive, hands-on, self-paced, and individualized education to foster independence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. Key features include a collaborative environment, low student-to-teacher ratios, and a focus on individualized learning, with programs such as Infants, Toddlers, Primary, Kindergarten, Lower Elementary, and Spanish Immersion. The school's unique characteristics include its thriving community, emphasis on nurturing both children and families, and a proven track record of preparing children for future success, with a focus on conceptual understanding rather than traditional memorization techniques.