The Prep School

The Prep School Academy bases its foundations and goals on the ideas of the Developmental Interaction Approach of education which has strong ties to John Deweys educational philosophies. The Academy emphasizes a belief in an education that promotes a strong academic curriculum in which students:

• Work at their own pace and on an individually designed program

• Experience a community-based focus authentically exploring the larger world through the nuances of their wonderful Bloomington community

• Participate in a democracy within the classroom community actively experiencing the beliefs that founded our country

The Prep School Academy believes that learning cannot be compartmentalized. Instead learning at the Academy will be holistic and integrated among all subjects. Because of this students at the Academy will use diversified learning materials not textbooks to advance individualized skills.

Most importantly learning at The Academy will be authentic and experiential. The actions of the Bloomington community will be at the heart of our learning. We will visit local businesses and governmental agencies to gain the hands-on experiences that all learners need when making connections with and building meaning about the world in which they live.

Students of the Academy will experience Spanish music art movement karate French computers and individualized instrument instruction. In addition students will work at our schools recycling center and experience our mini-economy in which students visit the Academy bank and retail store.

At The Academy we recognize and embrace that parents are an equal partner in their childs education and we encourage parents to take an active role in their childs education.

In the summer months The Prep School Academy will offer educational and FUN summer programming such as a month long “Learn to Read” program and our own “Bloomington IDOL” program.