Children and an adult in a classroom wearing colorful animal masks, standing in front of a white curtain divider, with tables and chairs in the foreground and a monitor and whiteboard in the background.
Two young girls wearing jackets and beanie hats playing by the water, with one girl splashing in the ocean.
A classroom with children standing in a line, a teacher facing them, and colorful posters on the wall.
Children in a classroom participating in an activity with some seated at a table and others standing and handing out cards or papers.

Welcome to The Bridge School

We foster children's natural love of learning through exploration, activities, community, and connection to nature.  We honor each child’s place in their learning journey and meet them where they are.

Circle of children and parents around a campfire.

What makes The Bridge School Special?

Community

Our school community unites students, families and teachers to learn, work and play together. Sharing ideas and responsibilities helps everyone be heard, and fosters compassion, understanding, friendship and fun!

Discovering the wonder of a colorful fall leaf.
Discovering the wonder of a colorful fall leaf.
Circle of children and parents around a campfire.

Creativity

Together we create a supportive and accepting space where students feel safe to explore, take risks and express themselves. In addition to our focused experiences in theater, music, arts and visual presentation, we bring creativity into every day with an experiential, activity based, approach to learning.

The joy of hands-on creation.

Confidence

We embrace the natural curiosity and love of learning in our students. We allow them to explore, test new ideas and build confidence through authentic hands-on activities, cross-discipline projects, field trips, outdoor education and student inspired investigations. We seek to understand and support each child uniquely, with neurodiversity-aware, identity-affirming compassion.

Discovering the wonder of a colorful fall leaf.

In the Words of Our Families

  • "In public school our child got lost in the large classes, meeting expectations, but never being truly engaged or supported. Coming to The Bridge School was like a ray of sunlight. Here they are fully seen and valued as their own quirky, unique, brilliant self - as a whole person. It’s always touching to see how much everyone at The Bridge School appreciates and cares about our child, and how earnestly and eagerly everyone works together to help them - and all Bridge School students - grow and learn in their own best way."

    Bryan and Zoe - The Bridge School parents

Want to Learn More?

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206-922-1202

info@bridgeschoolcoop.org

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A thoughtful classroom celebration.
A thoughtful classroom celebration.

Upcoming Community Events

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The Neighborhood Restaurant Dine-Out Night
Jan 28
The Neighborhood Restaurant Dine-Out Night
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn
Feb 3
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn
Feb 10
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn
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The Bridge School does not discriminate in any programs, activities, selection of employees or volunteers on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, marital status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The Bridge School acknowledges that we are on the traditional land of the Coast Salish people, including the Duwamish People, past and present. We recognize the stewardship of the lands and waters by the Coast Salish people since time immemorial and strive to honor their example. This acknowledgment does not take the place of authentic relationships with indigenous communities, but serves as a first step in educating ourselves about the peoples whose land we reside on today.

Land Acknowledgement

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