Give your kids the best of both worlds

A hybrid K-8 education in Orange County, CA

Seeking an alternative

to public schools?

Don't let the dilemma of choosing between quitting your job to homeschool or affording private school weigh you down.

At Pomegranate, an affiliate of Acton Academy, we understand the deep-rooted desire to nurture your child's faith and future without sacrificing your livelihood or breaking your bank . Our hybrid program blends the best of flexibility, financial-feasibility, and faith-based learning, empowering your child to thrive academically, spiritually, and personally. Together, let's embark on a journey where education meets purpose, and where faith finds its foundation.

  • Our hybrid (aka blended-learning) model offers flexibility through a blend of traditional classroom and online learning, featuring 3-hour sessions dedicated to academics and 3 hours to life skills projects, in an in-home micro-school/studio setting. These sessions are available for 2, 3, or 5 full days per week, allowing families to choose the option that best fits their schedule.

  • Our self-directed, peer-to-peer learner-driven community helps to deliver transformational learning at a cost most parent can afford. Click here to learn more about this model. Please contact us for details on fees and sliding scale.

  • We provide a purpose-driven education rooted in the Bible and inspired by "The Purpose Driven Life" book's core principles: Love God, Serve People, Find Belonging, Pursue Growth, and Change the World. We help kids discover their God-given purpose to make a positive impact.

The Bible directs faith-based education.

As parents, it’s our job to build a

Christ-Centered

Environment

where faith and reason both flourish,

unlocking full potential and purpose.

  • “All education has a religious character as it is inescapably based upon views, articulated or not, related to the nature of God, man and the world. Neutrality in education is impossible.”

    E. Ray Moore

  • "I am afraid that the schools will prove the very gates of hell, unless they diligently labor in explaining the Holy Scriptures and engraving them in the heart of the youth.”

    —Martin Luther

  • "If parents continue allowing their children to be brainwashed and destroyed by government [education], America, liberty, and countless churches will be decimated in the years ahead. The nation cannot survive another generation of this. But if enough children can be saved in time, it may still be possible — with God’s help — to restore all that was once good about America. "

    — Dr. Duke Pesta

  • "The fear (reverence) of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge: but fools despise wisdom and instruction."

    — King Solomon (Proverbs 1:7, KJV)

  • “No academic skepticism, no secularist authors, no blatant materialism can so undermine the spiritual life of the country like the completely secularized training of the child under the authority of the state…”

    — Dave Black

The Public school system is in

disarray

we waste 13 years

of our children's lives within a dysfunctional structure

  • Research shows purpose-driven students are happier, healthier, and more effective learners and stress managers, yet only 20% of high schoolers are purposeful and actively explore purpose.

  • Half of 4th-grade students report feeling unhappy in school, and by 8th grade, that number increases to 75%. By 7th grade, ~50% report feeling disengaged, and by 11th grade, the number goes up to 70%.

  • Public schools are plagued by issues like drug and alcohol abuse, violence, cheating, disrespect for authority, immodesty, and inappropriate library books and teacher-student relationships.

  • Government schools serve as platforms for promoting neo-Marxist worldview and secular humanist ideologies and perspectives and therefore fundamentally oppose conservative values and Biblical truth. Visit Protect Our Kids Now to learn more.

Do you believe that Learning To Do and Learning To Be is MORE IMPORTANT than tests, teacher, and homework?

Our Model Is What An Alternative Approach Can Look Like

alternative model

  • -Work collaboratively like a startup company/co-working

    -Learn real world skills and apply them in projects

    -Set personalized goals then transparently track progress

    -Everyone's a teacher; AND everyone's also a student

    -Professional tools for art, engineering, and storytelling; cutting-edge adaptive tech for Core Skills

    -Develop habits and character traits that make an abundant and fulfilling life

    -School is like a journey, with big goals, mentors, tools, and a destination (a true Hero's Journey for each family)

  • Acton Guides Are Like Game Makers Who....

    -Craft a culture of team collaboration

    -Facilitate learning with thought-provoking questions and real world projects

    -Inspire engagement through creative game-making

    -Challenge students to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills

    -Never, ever answer a student’s question (Rule #1), but guide and encourage students to find answers to their questions

VS.

Public school model

  • -Rows of desks with a teacher at the blackboard

    -Students are taught at the same pace, regardless of their abilities or potential (the Factory approach)

    -Homework that creates stress and tension in the home

    -Memorization and testing of rules and facts

    -Report cards to measure success

    -One teacher lecturing to many students

    -School feeling like a factory or prison - with bells, shifts, detentions and a one-size-fits-all students approach

  • Traditional Teachers Lecture And...

    -Are the focal point of the classroom

    -Create learning outcomes that are highly correlated to the their skill, passion, mood, and preparedness

    -Have responsibility for the learning and behavioral order of 25 or more students.

    -Are viewed by students as the provider of answers and arbiter of right and wrong

Your child’s life has purpose. Provide them a

purpose-driven

Education

At Pomegranate, your child will:

  • Know God

    We honor the great commandment to love God through prayer expressing love and gratitude, and daily scripture study/reflection.

  • Serve People

    We honor the second Great Commandment by practicing Servant Leadership. We find fulfillment and purpose in our life and make an impact in the world by serving.

  • Find Belonging

    We live out the Great Commission by sharing life together as a learner-driven community. We discover God, serve others, pursue growth, and change the world collectively.

  • Pursue Growth

    We live out the Great Commission by pursuing growth in both faith and academics. We pursue growth in core academic knowledge and cultivate a life with/like/for Jesus.

  • Change the World

    We share the world-altering message of Jesus, who changes lives and relationships, offering hope and fresh start to the hurting.

What makes pomegranate different?

  • Focus on entrepreneurship

    Entrepreneurs create value by introducing new ideas or improving upon existing ones. Equipping your child with these skills prepares them for future success, possibly enabling them to start their own ventures even before finishing school.

  • Growth Mindset Cultivation

    A growth mindset is characterized by a fearless approach to mistakes, recognizing them as crucial stepping stones towards progress. By embracing this philosophy, your child will not only learn faster but also develop resilience and adaptability, nurturing a culture of continuous improvement and propelling your child towards greater success.

  • Socratic Discussions for Critical thinking

    We do not dictate to students WHAT to think; we guide them in HOW to think for themselves. By utilizing Socratic discussions in the morning, midday, and afternoon, students are encouraged to actively listen, question diverse perspectives, delve deeper, and ultimately form their own informed conclusions.

  • Independence & Self Awareness

    We hold the belief that each child possesses untapped brilliance (aka genius). The Acton principles foster a robust sense of self. Our students are empowered to establish goals that push their personal boundaries in academics and pursue projects aligned with their passions.

  • 3hr learning & Life Skills

    We substitute traditional teaching with advanced technology, employing adaptive game-based programs for core skills. This not only allows students to learn at their own pace but also doubles learning in just 3 hours a day. The remainder of the school day is dedicated to pursuing passions, engaging in real-world projects, and starting apprenticeships in Middle School to master 21st-century skills.

Join us in reinventing education & preparing children for the AI-integrated, ultra-connected world of 2040 and beyond!