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Nonsectarian Independent

The Forest School: An Acton Academy

Fayetteville, GA

Grades PK–12
Student-teacher ratio 15.4:1
Tuition $7,960–$13,650
Offers French language

4.9 ★ on Google (42 reviews), as of 2026-06-10

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The Forest School: An Acton Academy is a nonsectarian, coed private school in Fayetteville offering grades PK through 12. It emphasizes learner-driven education with a focus on personalized growth and community engagement. The school has a high Google rating of 4.9 and offers full-day kindergarten.
Tuition for the 2026–2027 year ranges from $7,960 for half-day Sparks to $13,650 for full-day students. Families can apply on a rolling basis; financial aid is available. No specific admissions testing is required.
Kindergarten at The Forest School is a full-day program, five days a week, with a cutoff of age 4 by September 1. The school day lasts 7 hours, providing a comprehensive early education experience.
School Information
Tuition$7,960–$13,650 (2026-2027)
Tuition at The Forest School for the 2026–2027 school year will be $13,650 per hero. Tuition for 3- and 4-year-old half-day Sparks will be $7,960.
Kindergarten age cutoff4 by September 1
Kindergarten scheduleFull Day, 5 days/week
Learning supportWe are not trained or staffed to serve children with serious learning disabilities, special needs, or who need specialized attention.
Financial aidYes
Admissions deadlinerolling basis
Admissions testingNo

The Forest School: An Acton Academy is a nonsectarian, independent school serving students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. With an enrollment of 148 students and a student-teacher ratio of approximately 15.4 to 1, the school provides a coeducational environment in a rural fringe locale. The school emphasizes a learner-driven approach and is associated with organizations such as the International Association of Learner-Driven Schools, Georgia Accrediting Commission, and the Accrediting Commission for Schools Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Kindergarten is offered as a full-day program, five days a week, with an age cutoff of four years old by September 1. The school day lasts seven hours, and the academic year comprises 180 days. Tuition for the 2026–2027 year ranges from $7,960 for the half-day Sparks program for 3- and 4-year-olds to $13,650 for the full-day program. Financial aid is available to eligible families. The school does not participate in voucher or scholarship programs from Georgia. Admissions are on a rolling basis, and the school does not require testing for application. The Forest School has a library and offers instruction in French, but does not support homeschooling or serve children with serious learning disabilities or special needs.

Additional details about uniforms, before- or after-school care, or specific enrichment classes are not published. The school’s website provides further information for prospective families.

Frequently Asked Questions

What grades does The Forest School: An Acton Academy serve?
It serves students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade.
How much does tuition cost at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
Tuition for the 2026–2027 year ranges from $7,960 to $13,650.
Does The Forest School: An Acton Academy accept Georgia scholarship or voucher programs?
No, the school does not participate in voucher or scholarship programs.
Is kindergarten at The Forest School: An Acton Academy full-day or half-day, and what is the age cutoff?
Kindergarten is full-day, with an age cutoff of four years old by September 1.
Does The Forest School: An Acton Academy offer before- or after-school care?
This information has not been published.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
The ratio is approximately 15.4 to 1.
Is The Forest School: An Acton Academy a religious school, and how much is faith part of the school day?
It is nonsectarian, and faith is not part of the school’s character.
How do families apply to The Forest School: An Acton Academy and when is the deadline?
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; contact the school directly.
Are uniforms required at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
This information has not been published.
Does The Forest School: An Acton Academy support students with learning differences?
The school is not staffed or trained to serve children with serious learning disabilities or special needs.
What curriculum model does The Forest School: An Acton Academy use?
The specific curriculum model has not been published.
How does The Forest School: An Acton Academy assess students?
Assessment methods have not been published.
Are families of all faiths welcome at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
The school is nonsectarian and welcomes families of all faiths.
What enrichment classes does The Forest School: An Acton Academy offer?
Details about enrichment classes have not been published.
How does The Forest School: An Acton Academy approach homework?
Homework policies have not been published.
What is the admissions process at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
Admissions are on a rolling basis, with no testing required.
How diverse is the student body at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
Specific diversity data has not been published.
What high schools do The Forest School: An Acton Academy graduates attend?
Information about high school placements has not been published.
How are parents involved at The Forest School: An Acton Academy?
Parent involvement details have not been published.
What makes The Forest School: An Acton Academy different from public school options nearby?
The school emphasizes a learner-driven approach and is nonsectarian, but specific differences from public schools have not been detailed.
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