K-8 independent school in Vacaville with ADD/ADHD support, STEAM curriculum, small classes of 14, and arts-integrated project-based learning
The Academy of 21st Century Learning is a K-8 independent school in Vacaville, CA serving 140 students with an average class size of 14. The school offers ADD/ADHD support programs, making it a resource for families seeking an environment tailored to students with attention and executive function differences. With a creative, arts-integrated curriculum grounded in STEAM learning, the Academy provides a structured yet imaginative setting where students with diverse learning profiles can thrive.
The Academy emphasizes project-based learning, arts integration, and hands-on science experiences—an approach that engages kinesthetic and creative learners, including many students with learning differences and ADHD. Students participate in clubs including Robotics, Math League, and Chess, providing opportunities for skill-building and peer connection. The school maintains a formal dress code and rolling admissions with a 90% acceptance rate, with average financial aid grants of $4,000 available.
Tuition is $15,270 annually, and the school is accredited through the California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS). For current information about ADD/ADHD support offerings, specialized staff training, and whether the Academy meets your child's specific needs, contact Admissions Director Erin Dwyer at (707) 474-4710 or visit academy21learning.com.
| School Type | School with Special Program Emphasis |
| Year Founded | 2013 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $15,270 |
| Tuition Notes | www.academy21learning.com |
| Total Students | 140 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 19 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 33 |
| Average Class Size | 14 |
| Grades Offered | Kindergarten-8 |
| Admissions Director | Erin Dwyer |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 90 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,000 |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 60 |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Chess Club · Math League · Robotics Club · Student Government · Yearbook Club |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | California Association of Independent Schools (CAIS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer Program Cost | $375 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
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