Private K-12 School in Tukwila WA

Academy Schools, Tukwila:
Conveniently located just 10 miles south of Seattle in Tukwila, King County WA, Academy Schools is a fully-accredited, co-educational day school serving children from Pre-K through 12th Grade. We provide a nurturing and supportive education program in which children can grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our curriculum meets all Washington State Grade Level Standards for grades pre-K through 12. Our High School curriculum also meets the College Admission Standards for Washington State Universities, as well as most other national and international universities.

Fully Accredited Co-Ed Day School for Children from Pre-K Through 12th Grade
In all areas of our curriculum, developmentally appropriate materials and methods are used. Students constantly apply skills learned in one subject to interdisiplinary projects. In group lessons we utilize active, multi-sensory methods to reach as many students as possible. Programs are personalized to meet the needs of our students. 

Pre-K through 5th Grade
Our Lower School Curriculum is aligned with Washington State Grade Level Standards and Content Guidelines.  Each student receives instruction in Science, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Drama, Music, Art, Keyboarding, and Foreign Language.  We emphasize strong reading, writing and math skill development.
Grades 6 through 12
We have both a Middle School and High School program.  Upper School curriculum is aligned with Washington state Grade Level Standards and Content Guidelines.  Each student receives year-long instruction in Science, Math, Language Arts, Social Studies, Drama, Music, Art, and Foreign Language, Desktop Publishing and Journalism, Study Skills, Citizenship and Service Learning. 

Upper School students participate in a three-day End of Year Trip that focuses on a selected curriculum area.  This focus of this year's trip will be Environmental Science.

Subject Areas:

Language Arts:
Our language arts curriculum draws from many sources and methodologies. We teach the mechanics of reading and writing (phonics, spelling, handwriting and grammar), as well as instill a love of books and respect for self expression. Our goals for students are to understand and enjoy what they read and to express themselves clearly in writing.

Math:
Our math programs use a combination of manipulative and contextual learning so students understand concretely what abstract math equations mean. As skills and understanding grow, so does the use of the pencil and paperwork. Students are expected to memorize and practice math facts, as well as master problem solving strategies.

Science:
Our science curriculum stresses hands on experiments and direct observation. Students learn to classify, record, and evaluate data as they develop and test their hypotheses.

Foreign Language:
Our school provides instruction in foreign language to all students. Our instructor emphasizes speaking accurately as well as learning about the culture and countries where the language is spoken.

Fine Arts:
Our fine arts program introduces students to musical concepts and conventions, drama, and creative and visual art utilizing a variety of mediums.