Bolton Academy
About Bolton Academy
Bolton Academy, in Atlanta, GA, is renowned for its dedicated teaching staff and wide array of engaging extracurricular activities.
Information last reviewed: October 28, 2023. Programs, enrollment, and contact details change, so confirm current details with the school.
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About Bolton Academy
Established in August 2003, Bolton Academy serves the educational needs of the Bolton, Riverside, Hills Park, and Whittier Mill neighborhoods, offering instruction from Pre-Kindergarten through Fifth Grade. Situated in the West Atlanta and Bolton communities, within the Atlanta Public School System, Bolton Academy stands as a premier public school committed to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in its students.
At Bolton Academy, students thrive in an environment characterized by rigorous educational standards, including those endorsed by the International Baccalaureate® (IB) World School accreditation. As a top-ranked institution, we take pride in our dedicated students, administrators, teachers, and families, and eagerly anticipate the opportunity to embark on this educational journey alongside you and your future Bolton student.
School Mission and Vision
Mission
Our mission at Bolton Academy is to cultivate a rigorous learning environment that nurtures inquiry, reflection, respect, and compassion in every student and member of our learning community.
Vision
Our vision is to develop critical thinkers who are socially responsible and poised to make meaningful contributions to the global community at large.
International Baccalaureate Mission
The International Baccalaureate® (IB) aims to foster the development of inquiring, knowledgeable, and compassionate young individuals who actively contribute to creating a better and more harmonious world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To achieve this objective, the organization collaborates with schools, governments, and international entities to formulate rigorous educational programs and assessments. These programs inspire students worldwide to become engaged, empathetic, and lifelong learners who recognize the validity of diverse perspectives and appreciate the value of mutual respect.
Inclusion Policy
Philosophy
At Bolton Academy, we firmly believe in recognizing and addressing the unique needs of each learner to facilitate their academic and holistic growth. In our pursuit to offer access to the IB PYP, we employ tailored approaches and support systems that cater to the individual requirements and diverse learning styles of our students, including those with special emotional needs. By embracing the diversity within our learning community, we foster the development of globally-minded individuals.
Practice
Bolton Academy is committed to educating students with varying learning needs within inclusive general education environments, supplemented with appropriate support and services. Identified students benefit from the expertise of teachers possessing specialized degrees and/or certifications, engaging in a collaborative co-teaching model. We cultivate positive learning communities where collaboration is encouraged, fostering problem-solving skills for all students. The district ensures a continuum of placement options, providing appropriate instruction for students with disabilities in accordance with federal and state regulations.
Differentiation
At Bolton Academy, we provide instruction tailored to each student’s unique learning approaches, abilities, and interests to ensure their success. Through dynamic groupings, tiered lessons, pre-assessments, and ongoing assessments, we identify students’ strengths and areas for targeted instruction. Our approach includes open-ended learning opportunities and the provision of materials designed to meet students’ readiness levels, such as leveled reading materials, enrichment activities, and choice menus. Differentiation is viewed as a collaborative process aimed at identifying the most effective strategies for achieving shared goals with each learner.
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Clubs and Activities
In addition to academics, Bolton Academy offers a range of extracurricular activities to help students explore their interests and develop a well-rounded skill set.
Bolton Academy offers the following enrichment programs:
- Art
- Brush & Needle
- Code Ninjas
- dance club
- Drama
- Engineering for Kids
- Girls on the Run
- Golf
- Hip Hop Club
- Jr. Dance Club
- Jr. Drama
- Kids Film Jr
- Kids TV
- Outdoor Explorers
- Piano
- Soccer
- Spanish
- The Knight School
