MUSEUM ACADEMY

Museum Academy is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Capitol Region Education Council school district, located in Bloomfield, CT with about 515 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, Museum Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Museum Academy, located at 11 Turkey Hill Road in Bloomfield, Connecticut, is a specialized magnet school operated by the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC). The school distinguishes itself through a unique, hands-on educational approach that integrates museum-based learning into the core curriculum. By partnering with local cultural institutions, the academy fosters an inquiry-based environment where students are encouraged to explore, observe, and document the world around them, transforming the classroom into an extension of a museum exhibit.

Designed to serve a diverse student population, the Museum Academy emphasizes the development of critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills. The school’s philosophy centers on the idea that every student is a lifelong learner capable of curating their own knowledge. Through project-based learning and direct engagement with artifacts and expert displays, the academy seeks to cultivate curiosity and academic excellence while preparing students to thrive in a global society.

For more information, contact Museum Academy at (860) 231-7800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.