Thales Academy Franklin Pre-K-5

Education Category: Tennessee Education

🌟 Key Highlights: Thales Academy Franklin Pre-K-5

 

Thales Academy Franklin Pre-K-5 is a private, co-educational, nonsectarian school in Franklin, Tennessee. It is committed to providing a classical education that emphasizes high academic standards, strong character development, and affordable tuition through its focus on traditional instruction and efficient school operations.

🏫 Overview

 

  • Type: Private / Independent Classical School (part of the Thales Academy network)

  • Location: Franklin, Tennessee (Williamson County)

  • Grades Served: Pre-Kindergarten (PK) – 5th Grade

  • Enrollment: Varies by program level

  • Core Mission: To offer an excellent and affordable education through a classical curriculum with a strong emphasis on traditional instruction, character development, and citizenship.

  • Affiliation: Part of the growing Thales Academy network, founded in North Carolina.

  • Focus: Dedicated early childhood and elementary education utilizing the Direct Instruction method and a classical approach.

✅ What Makes the School Unique?

 

Thales Academy Franklin is distinguished by its instructional method, classical curriculum, and commitment to affordability:

  • Direct Instruction (DI) Methodology: The primary mode of teaching is Direct Instruction (DI), a highly structured, teacher-led method proven to be efficient and effective in ensuring mastery of fundamental skills across all students.

  • Classical Curriculum: The curriculum is based on the Classical model, emphasizing a strong foundation in phonics, reading, mathematics, science, history, and the integration of logic and rhetoric skills even in the early grades.

  • Affordability: Thales Academy is known for its low-cost tuition model compared to other private schools in the area, achieved through operating efficiencies and a streamlined program focused on core academics.

  • Character Development: High priority is placed on instilling virtue, integrity, and discipline through explicit instruction and a structured environment, cultivating responsible citizens.

  • Technology Integration: Utilizes one-to-one devices in the upper elementary grades to support learning and promote digital literacy.

  • Low Teacher Turnover: The structured environment and support for teachers contribute to a focus on instructional excellence and often results in low teacher turnover.

📞 Contact Information

 

Detail Information
Address 1715 Downs Boulevard, Franklin, TN 37064
Phone (615) 678-7500
Website thalesacademy.org/franklin

Recess Policies

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  1. How are recess and/or free break periods structured? Timing?

 

 

Technology / Device Use

  1. Are cell phones or other personal devices restricted during the school day? What is the policy?

 

 

  1. What are the consequences for violating technology policies?

 

 

  1. Are there any other technology policies? For example, are there technology controls inside and/or outside of school (e.g., web monitoring, filters, etc.)?

 

Behavior

  1. What are the school's behavior policies?

 

 

  1. Does the school have a behavior/discipline matrix that lists the behaviors and the appropriate consequences? Could you please include your school’s behavior/discipline matrix?

A school can have discipline/behavior policies, but these policies can be broad. It can be difficult to understand the actual consequences and what actually occurs at school. This section displays the concrete consequences that occur for various behaviors based on teacher feedback. If you are/were a teacher, please email me (Mark Yager) at myager890@gmail.com to give your input. You will remain anonymous when you provide your input.

 

Explanation of discipline at the school (Summarized based on teachers' input):

 

Type of Behavior Typical Consequence / School Response
Tardiness / Late to Class  
Dress Code Violation  
Failure to Follow Directions / Classroom Rules  
Disruption in Class (talking out, off-task behavior, etc.)  
Incomplete Homework or Repeated Lack of Effort  
Possession or Misuse of Cell Phone / Electronic Device  
Disrespect to Teacher / Staff  
Use of Inappropriate or Profane Language  
Dishonesty / Cheating / Academic Misconduct  
Minor Property Misuse or Damage  
Bullying / Teasing / Harassment (Verbal or Online)  
Defiance / Refusal to Comply with Staff Directives  
Leaving Class or Campus Without Permission  
Physical Aggression / Fighting  
Vandalism or Major Property Damage  
Possession of Tobacco or Vaping Device  
Possession or Use of Alcohol / Drugs  
Threatening Behavior or Intimidation  
Possession of a Weapon or Dangerous Object  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Other Behavior:  
Thales Academy Franklin Pre K 5 in Franklin TN

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