Giddens School vs. Bright Water Waldorf School
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School Overview
School
Top Rankings
Giddens School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
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Overview
Since 1972, Giddens has fostered young people who are secure in themselves, value difference and embrace diversity, think critically about the world around them, and possess both the knowledge and passion to work for progress.
Bright Water Waldorf School was founded in 1998 out of a desire for greater access to Waldorf education in Seattle.
Waldorf education is based on a deep understanding of the needs of the growing child and the maturing adolescent.
Through a rich curriculum and innovative teaching methods, Waldorf education addresses the whole child, working to develop clarity in thought, balance in feeling and initiative in action.
Our students receive much individual attention and guidance. Faculty members work closely with students, helping them to learn academic discipline and responsibility and teaching them to work independently.
Grades Offered
PK-5
NS-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
No
Year Founded
1972
1998
Students Body
Total Students
218 students
119 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
17%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
15
-
Pre-K Students
49
19
Kindergarten Students
40
34
Grade 1 Students
23
12
Grade 2 Students
26
8
Grade 3 Students
20
10
Grade 4 Students
15
8
Grade 5 Students
30
5
Grade 6 Students
-
5
Grade 7 Students
-
6
Grade 8 Students
-
12
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
16 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
50%
16%
Average Class Size
15
11
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:15
1:7
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Jan. 12 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$28,090
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Tuition Notes
Over 35% of our students receive financial assistance. Early drop off and extended day is included in the cost of tuition.
Tuition ranges from $9,500 to $23,000 for the 2023-2024 school year.
% on Financial Aid
35%
63%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,800
$40
Acceptance Rate
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86%
Admissions Director
Ken Bender
Melissa Lang Lytle
Admissions Associate
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Pax Piper
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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5
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
14
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Art from around the Globe, Chess Wizards, Cooking Classes, Flag Football Club, Improv Club, Martial arts class, Math Club, Musical Theatre, Origami, Parkour, Student Council, Tinkering, Tumbling and Gymnastics, Yoga
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