With the small number of residents and communal spaces at the heart of the Villas, staff members and residents enjoy the luxury of close contact and strong relationships. The resulting sense of family promotes a feeling of security, independence, and exploration. Without a loss of privacy, a special camaraderie is created by the small households. At the same time, residents are encouraged to develop their own projects that build on their unique interests.
Villas residents also become members of the wider community that is the Academy Village. As residents of Academy Villas, they have full access to programs and events in the larger community. Participation in the many common activities leads to developing new friends and a more fulfilling life.