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Ian W Lindsey
Founder | Educator | Entrepreneur | Advisor
Ian Lindsey is the co-founder of Acton Academy St. George, a Montessori-inspired private school located in St. George, Utah. He founded the school alongside his wife Stephanie in fall 2020.2 They started with 12 students in their home and have since grown to 40 students, serving pre-K through elementary ages.2
Background and Education: Ian has a background in business, having attended the Acton MBA program, which was founded by Jeff and Laura Sandifer.2 Before starting the school, he worked at BYU Idaho in their online learning department as the coordinator of online learning.2
School Mission: Acton Academy St. George is part of the larger Acton Academy network, which includes over 300 independently owned microschools. Their mission is to empower young learners through project-based, hands-on learning, focusing on character development and personal agency.1
Future Plans: The school plans to open a middle school in Fall 2025 and continue expanding their educational model.2