EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING ACADEMY AT MOYLAN SCHOOL

Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Hartford School District school district, located in Hartford, CT with about 474 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. 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 30 teachers, Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School (ELAMS), located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a public school that operates on the pedagogical model of EL Education (formerly Expeditionary Learning). This approach prioritizes "learning expeditions"—interdisciplinary, project-based units of study that encourage students to engage deeply with real-world issues. By emphasizing high-quality work, critical thinking, and character development, the school fosters an environment where students move beyond simple memorization to become active investigators of their own education.

Central to the school’s mission is the belief that student engagement is driven by adventure, craftsmanship, and community contribution. The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while fostering habits of responsibility and collaboration. By connecting classroom learning to the local Hartford community and beyond, ELAMS aims to prepare its students not only for high school success but also to become ethical, effective, and engaged citizens in an increasingly complex world.

For more information, contact Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School at (860) 695-4500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.