Since 2013, The Academy of 21st Century Learning has been Solano County’s first private K-8 S.T.E².A.M. school, blending Science, Technology, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Arts, and Mathematics to shape tomorrow’s innovators. For over a decade, we’ve redefined education by fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning in a nurturing environment tailored to each child’s unique potential. Our dedicated team empowers students to not just prepare for the future, but to build it.

STE²AM:

A Holistic Educational Approach for the 21st Century

STE²AM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Art, and Math) is an interdisciplinary approach that emphasizes real-world problem-solving and equips students with essential skills for the modern workforce. By integrating arts, entrepreneurship, and interpersonal skills into traditional STEM fields, STE²AM promotes creativity, innovation, and adaptability. This inclusive framework prepares students to become versatile problem-solvers in an ever-changing world.

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STEM-Certified

The Academy of 21st Century Learning is one of only TWO STEM schools in the state of California certified by Cognia. Our STEM-curriculum is multifaceted and interdisciplinary.

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Individualized Learning

The Academy’s experienced and passionate faculty teaches to the needs of the individual student, rather than the varied needs of the class as a whole.

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Small Classes

Ignite your child's passion for learning! Academy of 21st Century Learning, Vacaville's leading private STE²AM school, fosters creativity with a 14:1 student-teacher ratio for deep exploration.

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    HANDS-ON LEARNING

    Experience the future of education at The Academy of 21st Century Learning! Our project-based STE²AM curriculum integrates coding, robotics, and creative design, allowing students to solve real-world challenges and develop essential 21st-century skills.

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    SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL AWARENESS

    Academy Kids are budding scholars hungry for knowledge and willing to work hard to learn and succeed in school. While emphasizing intellectual growth, we also prioritize social-emotional skills in our technologically advanced world. By utilizing technology to understand humanity better and effect positive change, we instill empathy and compassion in all students.

Foreign languages

Spanish

Teaching Spanish at The Academy enhances students' global communication skills, preparing them for diverse career opportunities in an interconnected world. It also fosters cultural empathy and cognitive flexibility, aligning with the school's innovative STE²AM curriculum.

Mandarin

Teaching Mandarin at The Academy helps young students connect with people from a major world culture, making them ready for a global future. It also boosts their brainpower and teaches them to appreciate different ways of life, fitting perfectly with the school's fun STE²AM learning.

Entrepreneurship

Starting entrepreneurship education in fourth grade at The Academy fosters a growth mindset, creativity, empathy, grit, and problem-solving in young students. By weaving entrepreneurial thinking into the STE²AM curriculum, it nurtures resilience, adaptability, and compassion, empowering kids to tackle challenges, embrace opportunities, and lead with heart in a changing world.

2025 SOLANO COUNTY SCIENCE & ENGINEERING FAIR

The Solano Science and Engineering Fair (SCSEF) offers students in grades 3-12 an exciting opportunity to showcase their scientific and engineering projects across various categories.

A+ Overall Niche Grade · Private · K-8 VACAVILLE, CA

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    Rating 5 out of 5 

    We love this school so much! Small class sizes, personalized care, challenging curriculum for our child who needs intellectual stimulation beyond worksheets and computer games. The classes that are offered here are above and beyond- Coding, Entrepreneurship, Robotics, Music, Mandarin, Art, etc. The clubs and extra curricular are amazing! We give this school a 5 star rating for the overall offerings and wonderful teachers who push the students to reach their potential!

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    Rating 5 out of 5 

    Small classes, focus in each student, kids learn and a fun environment. The best PE classes in the whole county....it's amazing!! Engineering and coding are great. Mandarin and Spanish as well.

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    Rating 5 out of 5 

    We've been incredibly impressed with our child's experience at The Academy of 21st Century Learning. The small class sizes ensures that our child receives personalized attention and ample opportunities for growth.

    Our child is developing critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, and multi-lingual abilities that will undoubtedly serve them well in the future. The emphasis on current technology integration, and project-based learning makes education both exciting and relevant.

    Beyond academics, we appreciate the school's emphasis on character development. The values instilled in the students create a positive and respectful learning community.

    If you're looking for a school that truly cares about your child's education and well-being, The Academy of 21st Century Learning is an excellent choice. We're confident that our child is receiving a well-rounded education that will prepare him for success. We wholeheartedly recommend it!

STE²AM:

Where imagination meets innovation.

#NextGenInnovators

Contact us for nurturing guidance and dedicated support as your child begins their S.T.E².A.M. education journey.