Our Story

What is Beacon Academy?

Beacon Academy is a one of a kind transformative experience offered to a select group of urban students who devote a year between 8th and 9th grades preparing for entrance to competitive independent and public exam high schools. Through rigorous academics and empowering experiences, Beacon Academy aims to change the trajectory of students' lives.

The fourteen month school year begins with an enriching summer program which includes academic and social skills building, test preparation, and field trips. It continues in September with six-day school weeks of challenging academic work focused on honing expository writing skills, reading comprehension, and quantitative analysis. The experience culminates in a second summer of individually designed study and leadership development. The Beacon Academy curriculum strengthens core competencies and develops necessary new skills preparing our students for success in secondary school and beyond. Beacon Academy continues to be a source of encouragement and support to its alumni, too.