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Ranked: The Best Private Elementary Schools in Seattle [2021]

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Ranked: The Best Private Elementary Schools in Seattle [2021]

Best Private Elementary Schools

Parents want the best education for their children.  Public schools provide the basics and some stand way above the rest, but to ensure that your children are learning certain values in a smaller, individualized setting, many parents choose to send their children to a private school.  These can be religious-based or non-sectarian. 

The Seattle area has 96 private elementary schools serving over 20,000 students.  Nearly half of these have religious affiliations, but many do not.  Some are just for younger students, and some cover up to 12th grade.  Some also incorporate after-care programs to accommodate your work schedule.  Tuition costs vary, but the average yearly rate is $18,945.  The number of students ranges from just a few dozen to several hundred.  Here are some of the best private schools in the Seattle area:

The Bush School

One of the oldest and largest private schools is The Bush School.  Founded by Helen Taylor Bush in 1924, this non-sectarian school has 660 students in grades Preschool-12th.  The average class size is around 15 students, and they are from all different backgrounds.  The school stresses independent and creative thinking, intercultural fluency, and citizenship with excellent academics, arts, and sports.  There is also an off-site campus where students can participate in wilderness activities.  The Bush School is selective about the students it selects, and tuition ranges from $27,500 for lower grades to $35,255 for high school. 

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Epiphany School

Epiphany School is an independent, non-parochial school for pre-kindergarten to 5th-grade students.  Offering a well-rounded education that includes excellent academics, value, and character-based learning in a caring, inclusive environment.  This school encourages parental participation.  There are 236 students and tuition runs $26,705 per year.  Founded in 1958, this is an established school with a great reputation.  The average teacher-to-student ratio is 7:1, which is about half the national average, so all students will get the attention they need.  There are several extracurricular activities including LEGO engineering, gymnastics, and yoga.

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Hamlin Robinson School

If your student is struggling with dyslexia or other language-based learning differences, the Hamlin Robinson School will provide your student with individualized instruction in a multi-sensory approach.  The teachers build positive self-esteem and encouragement for students who are discouraged about their challenges.  There are 324 students in grades 1-8 and the average class size is 15.  Tuition ranges from $25,854 to $28,280 depending on the grade.  There are plenty of sports and extra-curricular activities to round out your student’s learning experience.  With a nurturing, diverse environment, teachers are well-versed in the latest techniques to encourage your student to thrive.

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Bright Water Waldorf School

The Waldorf education originated in Germany in 1919.  Since then, Waldorf schools and their philosophy have spread across the world.  The Bright Water Waldorf School opened in 1998 to bring this prestigious educational experience to Seattle.  Serving 184 students through grade 8, students are exposed to a rich curriculum, innovative teaching methods, individual attention, and a caring community.  There is a rich academic experience as well as sports opportunities.  Your student will build confidence and receive an outstanding education for $7,900 to $18,375 tuition for the school year.  Around 60% of students who apply for admission are accepted.

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Holy Rosary School

Around 40% of private schools in Seattle are run by the Catholic Church.  Holy Rosary School ranks in the top 20% of private schools in the entire state of Washington.  Serving pre-kindergarten to 8th grade, the 482 students enjoy a faith-based education centered on Bible teachings.  Faith and prayer are integrated into the curriculum and lifestyle.  In addition, Holy Rosary School integrates elements of STEM to give students a technology education that will prepare them for the future.  Band, chess club, LEGO Robotics, and Youth Choir round out the student’s experience.

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Dartmoor School

For those students who want individualized attention, Dartmoor school provides one-on-one instruction.  Whether your student struggles with a learning challenge or is ahead of the curve, Dartmoor can help.   Founded in 1990, Dartmoor has helped thousands of students excel.  They serve grades 1-12 and tuition varies.  This type of school environment is perfect for athletes and performers as the schedule is flexible and unique to each student.

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Seattle Christian School

Founded in 1946, Seattle Christian School is designed for those students and families desiring a strong faith-based educational experience.  With 512 students in grades Kindergarten through 12, this school is small enough for individualized attention yet large enough to offer advanced academics and all major sports. Tuition is $11,500 per year with discounts available for those in financial need.  Students are well-prepared educationally and spiritually for life. 

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Academy Schools

For another small school option, Academy Schools offers classes of between one and ten students.  Teachers play the role of facilitators or coaches to nurture the students out of their comfort zone into their full potential.  They believe that every child is gifted and prove this with 100% of their students going on to college.  Founded in 1995, this non-sectarian organization is home to 48 students.  Yearly tuition ranges from $9,750 to $21,250 depending on grade.  Extracurricular activities include Cooking, Robotics, Arts, and Music.

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Bertschi School

246 students in Preschool through 5th grade attend the Bertschi School.  Founded in 1975, their philosophy is to educate children to become compassionate, confident, and creative learners.  Tuition is $30,789 per year.  The student-to-teacher ratio is 9:1. There is a collaboration between teachers, parents, and students to establish a conducive and tolerant learning environment.  Their campus is committed to sustainability and living with nature.  In addition to stellar academics, students can study art, technology, dance, and music.

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So Many Choices!

Seattle is a mecca for school choice, and these are a few of the best private elementary schools in the area.  From Amish to Christian to non-sectarian, you will be able to find the one that fits with your family values.  Whether your child is gifted or needs special attention, there are alternatives.  While cost may be a factor for some, many schools have financial aid programs.  Visit the school and talk to the administration to explore what the school has to offer.  The possibilities are abundant, and you are sure to find the perfect fit for you and your child. 

Ron Rougeaux, located in Olympia, Washington is a highly skilled and knowledgeable real estate agent. PNW Homes Group are committed to their key core values of trustworthiness, integrity, and loyalty providing quality service is his highest priority. Whether you are buying, selling, or curious about the market, PNW Homes has the answers. 

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We Survived Crazy Heat Wave Record! – IN THE PNW-

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Survived Crazy heat Wave Record! With no central AC in the house, and tinfoil on the windows, and 2 roll ac units in the kids bedrooms we made it. We started the morning off normally and dropped the kids off to summer camp which they were so excited about (add day camp/yay for us parents). Then I was crazy busy with real estate with morning home showings and getting 1 seller and 1 buyer under contract and 1 new listing. Then I wrapped the morning up with a relaxing Pedi, yes it was amazing lol, they had AC.

When I arrived home about lunch time, @brandy and I were busy tin foiling the windows and I jumped on the roof for the sky light. Of course I didn’t wear shoes, and the roof was scorching. So I quickly taped my feet then back to tin foiling the skylight. After that I keep myself busy with paperwork for the county with building permits for our new build. (Seemed appropriate sweating a filling out multiple forms Thurston county seemed very symbolic).

Then with many jumps in the lake and then laying on the floor in the kids rooms watching a show on the lab top with brandy, eating a lot of watermelon, watering all the plants multiple times a day, hosing down all the animals and fans on them, picking up the mail and getting my adventure magazine that seemed extremely appropriate for the day. We had a busy day, but I was so happy as the PNW is beautiful even in record breaking heat and of course with Brandy by my side it is always an adventure.

I love the heat, Brandy and pets not so much. And the kids chilled in their rooms on Ipad after summer camp. But overall it builds character and reminds me why I work so hard – to pay for all the electric for all the fans/ac units running. I love reminding Brandy we live in the PNW and we don’t need AC, which never goes over well, lol. Although maybe the future will change with hotter weather, central AC may be required.

Hope everyone did well yesterday as well!

Crazy Weather / Crazy Real Estate – PNW-

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The heat is suppose to reach 108 degrees today here in Olympia, Washington the Capital of Washington State. Just plain crazy and it should be a record breaker! Please Stay safe and if you need a cooling station, I will post locations on the bottom of this blog.

Yesterday and today I have an open house, and I am glad the home is definitely cool and the tenants have the air conditioning blasting. Even in the heat yesterday I had die hard buyers coming though and viewing the home, along with investors as the home is a great rental property. And of course you have myself making sure not matter what real estate continues on selling. This market in real estate compared with the heat right now is just plain crazy!

We still have more buyers moving up to the PNW and looking for all kinds of homes from investments, their primary home, and especially waterfront. (Waterfront in the PNW is like gold here). If you are looking to buy in this insane market you need an experienced real estate broker that can lead you in the right direction. I see a lot of agents just plain selling any home to anyone, and to me it doesn’t make sense.

Look at my website and profile http://www.pnwhomesgroup.com and if you are considering multiple agents, do your research online. I keep hearing from clients that they feel so lucky to have had me handle their real estate deals and find them the right home. That doesn’t happen by fluke, I have spent years perfecting my trade and multiple years of research in real estate in Washington state. If you have questions in anything regarding real estate in Washington State, in any city from Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Centralia, Elma, Shelton, Tacoma, up to Seattle, Bellingham, Bainbridge Island, Port Townsend, to Grays Harbor, and on the Eastern side of Washington all the way to Spokane. I have sold and bought in the cities and so many more for clients. Especially in Primary Homes, Investments, Commerical Properties, and Vacant/Timber Land.

Please make sure you use the best to help you in Real Estate and I can confidently say I will help you the best way possible amazing customer service to take care of every detail and to actually close the deal.

Call me (360) 338-8355 today to help you list or buy a property in Washington.

Now please stay safe and cool, and if you can go jump in a lake/river/of the ocean for a refreshing dip to cool off. I will be right there with you in the water today. And please find the cooling stations below.

The Olympia Emergency Cooling Center will be open from 12-6 p.m. starting Sat. to Mon., June 26-28. It’s located at the northwest corner of State Ave. and Capitol at 201 Capitol Way N.

In Lacey, the Virgil S. Clarkson Senior Center at  6757 Pacific Avenue SE, Lacey WA  98503 will be open Saturday, June 26 –  Monday, June 28 from Noon – 6 p.m.

These cooling centers will be available for individuals needing shelter during the hottest parts of these days.

Stay safe – and the Best from the Rougeaux’s

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We live somewhere beautiful – PNW

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The saying goes “Where you hang your Hat” is Home. Well I can say I absolutely love living in the PNW, in Washington State. Or more accurately Lacey, WA or Olympia, Wa as everyone just groups us in with Olympia – The Capital of Washington State.

I have live a lot of places, and loved all of them, but my heart will always bring me back home to the PNW. Sometimes its hard to describe, and understand. For the locals it is a no brainer, fresh air, fresh water, mountains, trees and desert all in one state. We have Canada to the north and Oregon to the South and the Pacific Ocean to the West. You can’t beat how this is the furtherest north you can go in the continuous 49, expect for Alaska.

When you look around, and especially in Olympia, it is like a time warp. Yes its the capital of the state, but when I walk into the county court house for real estate permits. It is like traveling back into time, a simpler time, the smells, the sights all reflect an era that is long and gone, except for in Olympia, WA. When you walk down the streets and go into the shops and restaurants. It is a friendly warm welcome, as if you have always been a local. I would even say you get more room to make this city your own, as the constraints of a big city or new age era is so structured and ridged with protocols, where here you have the luxury of more freedom.

Some will see a different side, but if you know what to look for, this place is as good as it gets in my mind. I am so happy we decided to make this our home, not only for our children. Where they can have a glimpse of the world I grew up in, it helps them understand that there is more then just being a robot with standardized structure. Here you can you, see the old with the new. A launch port for exploring the world outside the United States. Plus Washington state in its self is almost a replica of the entire US, in a complete small scale minus the east coast atmosphere and south.

If you are looking for a place to call your own in the PNW – Call me – 360.338.8355

*** I will make sure to tell you the history, the legends, the facts and everything you should and need to know when buying out here in the PNW. And if you do make the change, welcome to the last wild west country in the United States!

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BUYING AND SELLING OLYMPIA HOMES IN SUMMER

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Summertime is so beautiful in Olympia, with the warm sunny days and all of the outdoors to enjoy. There’s Lakefair and fireworks and downtown Olympia activities to explore. Olympia truly shines during the summer, and is often when we have the most residents returning, and tourists visiting. Summer is also a wonderful time to relax at home. In the real estate market, whether you are looking to buy or sell, there are a few things to consider during these wonderful summer months in Olympia.

Many homeowners believe that summer is also a good time to start thinking about getting ready to list their home. What they don’t realize is that the real estate buying season is actually slowing down! Strangely enough, even with all the benefits summertime in Olympia brings, it probably won’t be the best time to list your home. Many homebuyers in South Puget Sound area are most actively looking for homes during the spring, so that they can be moved in their new home in time to enjoy it for the summer. Who really wants to move all that heavy furniture and boxes in 80 degree weather if they can help it?

Now, with school starting soon and families out on vacations, fewer home buyers are shopping for those homes that are just now hitting the market. But hold on, there is hope! The best way to buy or sell a home in Olympia is to have an experienced team of local professionals that can get the job done for you. You need agents that know each and every neighborhood and all the dynamics of the area that make Olympia what it is. At PNW Homes Group, that’s exactly what you’ll get! We all love Olympia, and we all love helping people get the most out of what she has to offer, and buying or selling a home here is no different.

The ebbs and flows of the real estate market can be tricky to anticipate, but just like the locals that know when the tides will be coming in or out, we are your local guides to all things Olympia real estate. We are standing by to help you with any situation. So give us a call, send us an email, and check us out on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and at PNWHomesGroup.com.

If you are moving to Washington. This is how to tell if you meet a local from Washington. And please, if you use a real estate agent with an Umbrella, and are not really from Washington.

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YOU KNOW YOU ARE FROM OR LIVE IN WASHINGTON STATE WHEN:

•You know how to pronounce Sequim, Puyallup, Sammamish, Enumclaw and Issaquah.
•You avoid driving through Seattle at all costs.
•You see a person carrying an umbrella and instantly think “tourist“.
•Your lawn is mostly moss and you don’t really care.
•You’re extremely picky about your coffee.
•”The mountain is out today.” isn’t a strange statement.
•While out of state you just tell people you’re from Seattle, since that’s the only known city in Washington according to the rest of the world.
•Going to the Space Needle DOES get old.
•You rarely wash your car because it’s just going to get washed by the rain tomorrow.
•You’re used to the phrase “No, not DC.” when telling out-of-state’ers where you’re from.
•Northfaces are always in fashion.
•You take a heavy coat and a hat with you for a day at the beach.
•You have mastered the art of doing everything in the rain, because, well, Washington.
•You play the “No, you go!” game at four-way stops.
•You are the only one in the entire state who actually knows how to drive in the rain.
•You have had the thought of how beautiful Mount Rainier is, while simultaneously accepting that it will probably kill you someday.
•You believe ‘Twilight’ ruined Forks.
•You know the story of Mt. Saint Helens all too well.
•You use Tacoma Narrows bridge as a distance marker.
•You’re used to going from shorts and t-shirts to jeans and hoodies – and back – in a single week.
•You are used to having rain on one hill and sun on another.
•You dread I-5 construction as much as you dread driving in Seattle.

If you really want to buy a house from a local real estate agent from Washington State, please contact me. I will make sure not only you receive amazing customer service, PNW style (which is the best). But you will also know all the history about your home, and the area surrounding it. Please view PNW Homes Group Website, or direct contact information below.

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Sunrises & Homes – Olympia, Washington

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Olympia Washington has amazing sunrises and sunsets. But nothing beats a beautiful sunrise to get your morning started. Today from my home, I had a double sunrise, one right out of the window and one right on the news. I absolutely love where I live, and when you have a real estate broker, like myself who loves where they live. It will show through my work, when I am showing you homes or when I know about homes that are not on the market yet that will be. For example, I know of a home coming on with a beautiful view around my home that could be up for grabs.

I also want to say thank you to my amazing clients that are moving out here from the east coast, and trusted me in their purchase of the home remotely. Not only did they get a amazing home, and they are great people, but on top of that we negotiated a new roof on the home as well. They will stay nice a dry now, and have a beautiful home in a great neighborhood at the end of a cul-de-sac.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me with helping you buy or sell a home for you. Or if you are interested in special areas or homes that might be coming on the market soon. I love Olympia, Washington and I am positive you and your family will as well.

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Beautiful Family home for sale in Olympia – Washington

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When the weather is changing and spring is almost upon us, the beautiful homes start to spring up more and more. This is the best opportunity to start and find an amazing place to live. Here is the perfect family home in a great neighborhood that is extremely convenient for the family to all the stores and for the parents on travel time as the main roads are just a skip down the road.

Amazing house, feels brand new. 2 story, 2500 SF, 3 BR, 2.5 BA, huge bonus rm & living rm. Set in a great neighborhood w/private view of backyard. Many upgrades thru-out. Bamboo hardwood flooring on main floor, tile backsplash, SS appliances, gas fireplace in living rm, AC. Fully fenced w/cement pad wrapping around home. Upgraded granite, extra sink in garage, crown molding, & extra recessed lighting thru-out. Gas hookup for BBQ. Perfect commute to JBLM, schools & stores. Country living in town.

4217 17th Way Ne – Home Link

New home in Horizon Pointe

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The home is Horizon Pointe is a great family home and location. If you love those old classic Halloweens where the streets are filled with kids, and almost every home is decorated for Halloween. If you are looking for a family oriented location that has parks, sidewalks, and that classic feel of a family location like it was back in the day, this home is perfect for you.

This Amazing home in Horizon Pointe is 2873 SF home has hardwood floors throughout the main floor. Perfect location and home with nice upgrades and plenty of room for everyone. Open concept home with high ceilings, nice backyard, fully fenced. Nice and convenient location to all the amenities and I-5 and to the base at JBLM. Don’t miss out on this beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 BA plus bonus rooms.