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Masterminds Academy to Open Los Altos Micro-School for Preschool-Grade 8, Bringing Ultra-Small Groups and Whole-Child, Neuroscience-Based Learning to the Bay Area

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Thu, February 19, 2026 at 5:05 PM GMT+9 2 min read

New campus delivers rigorous academics, multilingual learning, daily enrichment, and curated real-world experiences-without screen-based learning

**LOS ALTOS, CA / ACCESS Newswire / February 19, 2026 / **Masterminds Academy, a premium micro-school model built for families seeking depth and personalization, announced today that it will open its Los Altos campus for Preschool through Grade 8. The school’s core delivery model is designed around ultra-small learning groups of 5-6 students, enabling high-caliber instruction, individualized learning pathways, and consistent teacher attention.

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As Bay Area families increasingly question “fast-track” schooling and one-size-fits-all classrooms, Masterminds Academy is positioned as a deliberate alternative: a cohesive, whole-child program that integrates rigorous academics, world languages, music, physical development, applied innovation, and curated real-world experiences within a structured, high-expectations environment.

“Parents aren’t asking for more homework and more pressure-they’re asking for a learning environment where their child is genuinely known and challenged with precision,” said Shamail Siddiqi, Co-Founder of Masterminds Academy. “We built Masterminds to deliver rigor with soul: small groups, exceptional teaching, and a complete program that develops intellect, character, and real-world capability.”

What makes Masterminds Academy different

Masterminds Academy is designed as a complete school experience-not a software-driven classroom. Key program pillars include:

**Ultra-small learning groups (5-6 students)** for individualized instruction and stronger academic momentum

**Neuroscience-based learning design**, developed in ongoing collaboration with the **Wharton Neuroscience Initiative**, emphasizing deep mastery, knowledge-building, and durable understanding

**Whole-child framework (ATHENA+)** spanning academics, character development, and multilingual fluency

**Daily integrated enrichment** in music (violin and piano instruction), arts, and physical development (including swimming, tennis, and gymnastics)

**Multilingual pathway** with a core world language option (**French, Spanish, or Mandarin**), plus additional language options depending on the program

**Curated real-world experiences** such as **sailing, golf, and outdoor expeditions**, designed to build independence, teamwork, confidence, and applied problem-solving

**AI-supported personalization (EMACS)** that helps educators monitor engagement and refine instruction-built to **empower teachers, not replace them**

 






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More details on the program model and admissions experience are available at MastermindsAcademy.org.

Location and admissions

The Los Altos campus will be located at:

Masterminds Academy
460 S El Monte Ave, Los Altos, CA 94022

Families can request a private tour or admissions consultation via the school’s Admissions page.

About Masterminds Academy

Masterminds Academy is a micro-school in Los Altos, California serving Preschool through Grade 8, built around learning groups of 5-6 students and a cohesive whole-child model. The program integrates rigorous academics with languages, music, physical development, social-emotional growth, applied innovation, and curated real-world experiences-supported by teacher-empowering AI for personalization. Masterminds Academy is designed for families seeking an elevated, high-impact alternative to conventional schooling in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Media Contact

Masterminds Academy
Email: admissions@mastermindsacademy.org
Phone: +1 800 620 7801
Website: www.mastermindsacademy.org

**SOURCE: **Masterminds Education

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