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BASIS Independent Silicon Valley’s Class of 2025 College Acceptances

May 29, 2025 by ezekielbracamonte Leave a Comment

The Class of 2025 at BASIS Independent Silicon Valley has left a lasting mark with their unique passions, drive, and resilience. From academic achievements to extracurricular pursuits, these students have fully embraced the challenges and opportunities of our program. Their growth reflects not only their personal determination but also the support and encouragement of the BISV community that surrounds them.

Head of School Ms. Kolb reflected on this year’s graduates, noting that their college acceptances represent more than just strong academics. “I couldn’t be prouder of our graduates. Their college acceptances reflect not just academic excellence, but a deep commitment to finding the right fit for who they are and who they’re becoming. This is what success looks like at BASIS Independent Silicon Valley—intentional, authentic, and earned,” said Kolb.

College acceptances represent a major milestone for our students and their families, and this exciting moment would not be possible without the guidance and support of our college counseling team. While rankings often grab attention, our counselors focus on helping students discover schools where they will truly thrive academically, socially, and personally. Through individualized conversations and thoughtful planning, they consider each student’s goals, interests, and practical needs, such as location and financial fit. This personalized approach empowers our graduating Bobcats to find college communities where they can grow with confidence and purpose.

Ms. Christie Filios, one of our college counselors, reflected on the Class of 2025 with admiration, sharing, “The Class of 2025 was comprised of students with very diverse interests and passions, but who all had a deep desire to put their stamp on the world. There is no doubt that these students will achieve much in their lifetime. Congratulations seniors on your graduation.”

The Class of 2025 has demonstrated resilience, curiosity, and an unwavering commitment to growth. As they prepare to leave our campus and begin this exciting next chapter, we offer our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes. Below is a full list of college acceptances for this remarkable group of Bobcats. Congratulations, Class of 2025. Your journey is just beginning, and we can’t wait to see where it takes you.

CLASS OF 2025 UNITED STATES ACCEPTANCES

Amherst College

Arizona State University (Polytechnic)

Arizona State University (Tempe)

Barnard College

Bates College

Baylor University

Boston College

Boston University

Bowdoin College

Brown University

Bucknell University

Cal Poly Humboldt

California Institute of Technology

California Polytechnic State University (San Luis Obispo)

California State Polytechnic University (Pomona)

California State University (East Bay)

California State University (Fullerton)

California State University (Long Beach)

California State University (Los Angeles)

California State University (Sacramento)

Carnegie Mellon University

Case Western Reserve University

Claremont McKenna College

Colorado School of Mines

Columbia University

Cornell University

Dartmouth College

Drake University

Drexel University

Duke University

Emory University

George Washington University

Georgetown University

Georgia Institute of Technology

Harvard University

Harvey Mudd College

Haverford College

Hofstra University

Imperial College London

Indiana University (Bloomington)

Iowa State University

Johns Hopkins University

Loyola Marymount University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Michigan State University

Middlebury College

New York University

Northeastern University

Northwestern University

Oberlin College

Occidental College

Olin College of Engineering

Oregon State University

Oxford College of Emory University

Penn State University (University Park)

Penn State University (World Campus)

Pomona College

Princeton University

Purdue University (Main Campus)

Reed College

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rhode Island School of Design

Rice University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Rutgers University (New Brunswick)

Rutgers University (Newark)

Saint Louis University

San Diego State University

San Jose State University

Santa Clara University

Sarah Lawrence College

Smith College

Southern Methodist University

Stanford University

Stevens Institute of Technology

Stony Brook University

SUNY Polytechnic Institute

SUNY University at Buffalo

Swarthmore College

Syracuse University

Temple University

Texas A&M University

The Ohio State University

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Texas at Dallas

Tufts University

Tulane University of Louisiana

University of Arizona

University of California (Berkeley)

University of California (Davis)

University of California (Irvine)

University of California (Los Angeles)

University of California (Merced)

University of California (Riverside)

University of California (San Diego)

University of California (Santa Barbara)

University of California (Santa Cruz)

University of Chicago

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Connecticut

University of Florida

University of Georgia

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

University of Iowa

University of Maryland (College Park)

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of Minnesota (Twin Cities)

University of Missouri (Kansas City)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

University of Notre Dame

University of Oregon

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh)

University of Rochester

University of San Diego

University of San Francisco

University of Southern California

University of Utah

University of Virginia (Main Campus)

University of Washington (Seattle Campus)

University of Wisconsin (Madison)

Vanderbilt University

Vassar College

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Wake Forest University

Washington and Lee University

Washington University in St. Louis

Wellesley College

Wesleyan University

William & Mary

Williams College

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Yale University

CLASS OF 2025 INTERNATIONAL ACCEPTANCES

Duke Kunshan University

The London School of Economics and Political Science

University College London

University of British Columbia

University of Cambridge

University of Oxford

University of Toronto

University of Toronto Mississauga

University of Toronto Scarborough

University of Waterloo

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley is a TK – Grade 12 private school, providing students with an internationally benchmarked liberal arts and sciences curriculum, with advanced STEM offerings. Considering joining the Bobcat community? To join our interest list for the next school year and receive admissions updates and more, please click here.

A Celebration of Excellence: Class of 2025 College Acceptances Announced

May 13, 2025 by chriszefferys Leave a Comment

BASIS Independent Schools continues to set the standard nationally for academic excellence. The Class of 2025 represents 206 graduates across five high schools—BASIS Independent Brooklyn, Fremont, Manhattan, McLean, and Silicon Valley. From coast to coast, our graduates have earned admission to the world’s top colleges and universities, demonstrating that they are ready to lead, excel, and contribute.

College preparation at BASIS Independent Schools starts in grade 9 introducing students early to the foundational concepts and expectations of the college admission journey. In their senior year, students take a dedicated, daily college counseling class for two trimesters, taught by our College Counselors. This class builds upon the preparation that they have received since freshman year. It provides students with the resources, tools, and confidence to successfully navigate the college admission process.

“Everyone involved with supporting the students in this graduating class is equal parts inspired and impressed by everything that they have achieved,” expressed Toby Walker, Vice President of BASIS Independent Schools. “Students in the BASIS Independent Schools Class of 2025 have shown themselves to be real innovators, diligent scholars, and positive contributors. We look forward to hearing more about their undoubted future successes.”

College Acceptances by the Numbers

We are proud to present a summary of the acceptances to the 2024-2025 U.S. News & World Report’s Top National Colleges and Universities, including graduates from all five of our high schools. Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

The following is a comprehensive list of acceptances both within the United States and internationally.

Class of 2025 Acceptances – United States

Albright College

American University

Amherst College

Arizona State University

Babson College

Bard College

Baylor University

Bentley University

Binghamton University

Boise State University

Boston College

Boston University

Brandeis University

Brown University

Bucknell University

Cal Poly Humboldt

California Institute of Technology

California Polytechnic State University

California State Polytechnic University

California State University

Carnegie Mellon University

Case Western Reserve University

Claremont McKenna College

Clark University

Colgate University

Colorado School of Mines

Columbia University

Cornell University

CUNY

Denison University

Drake University

Drexel University

Duke University

Duquesne University

Elon University

Emory University

Ferris State University

Fordham University

George Mason University

George Washington University

Georgetown University

Georgia Institute of Technology

Goucher College

Hamilton College

Harvard University

Harvey Mudd College

Haverford College

Hofstra University

Illinois Institute of Technology

Indiana University

Iowa State University

Ithaca College

James Madison University

Johns Hopkins University

Kenyon College

Las Positas College

Lehigh University

Lesley University

Loyola Marymount University

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Miami University

Michigan State University

Middlebury College

New York University

North Carolina State University

Northeastern University

Northern Arizona University

Northwestern University

Nova Southeastern University

Oberlin College

Occidental College

Olin College of Engineering

Oregon State University

Oxford College of Emory University

Penn State University

Pepperdine University

Pomona College

Princeton University

Providence College

Purdue University

Reed College

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rhode Island School of Design

Rice University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Rutgers University

Saint Louis University

San Diego State University

San Francisco State University

San Jose State University

Santa Clara University

Sarah Lawrence College

Skidmore College

Smith College

Stanford University

Stevens Institute of Technology

Stony Brook University

SUNY

Syracuse University

Temple University

Texas A&M University

The Ohio State University

The University of Alabama

The University of Texas

Trinity College

Tufts University

Union College

University of Arizona

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Davis

University of California, Irvine

University of California, Los Angeles

University of California, Merced

University of California, Riverside

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of California, Santa Cruz

University of Chicago

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Connecticut

University of Delaware

University of Florida

University of Georgia

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

University of Iowa

University of Maryland

University of Massachusetts

University of Miami

University of Michigan

University of Minnesota

University of Missouri

University of Nevada

University of North Carolina

University of Notre Dame

University of Oregon

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh

University of Rhode Island

University of Richmond

University of Rochester

University of San Diego

University of San Francisco

University of South Carolina

University of Southern California

University of the Pacific

University of Utah

University of Virginia

University of Washington

University of Wisconsin

Vassar College

Villanova University

Virginia Commonwealth University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Washington University in St. Louis

Wellesley College

Wesleyan University

Western University

Westmont College

Wheaton College

William & Mary

Yale University

Class of 2025 Acceptances – United States

Duke Kunshan University

IE University

Imperial College London

King’s College London

McGill University

McMaster University

The American University of Paris

The London School of Economics and Political Science

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Nottingham

The University of Warwick

University College London

University of Bristol

University of British Columbia

University of Cambridge

University of Glasgow

University of Oxford

University of Toronto

University of Waterloo

Wilfrid Laurier University

Amanda McCollum, a member of the team of college counselors from BASIS Independent Schools, remarked, “We are incredibly proud of our seniors and all that they have accomplished. Over the past years, they have worked hard, grown in confidence, and planted the seeds for a bright future. As they prepare to take this next step, we know they are more than ready—and while it is bittersweet to see them go, we send them off with heartfelt congratulations and excitement for all that lies ahead. I cannot wait to see what they do next!”

BASIS Independent Schools serves students PreK-Grade 12 across the United States with private schools in Bellevue and Bothell, WA; Brooklyn and Manhattan, NY; Fremont and San Jose, CA; McLean, VA; and a new school opening in Dublin, CA in fall 2026.

We’re Growing: Introducing Kindergarten & Primary Grades in Fall 2026

May 6, 2025 by aloracooper Leave a Comment

We are pleased to share an exciting new chapter in the growth of BASIS Independent Bellevue. Beginning in the 2026–2027 school year, we will expand our academic offerings to include Kindergarten through Grade 2 — making our school a comprehensive Kindergarten through Grade 12 community!

This expansion is in response to continued demand for our Kindergarten and Primary Program, inspiring us to open enrollment and welcome even more young learners into our vibrant, growing school community.

Why Expand Now?
Two key factors make this possible: space and demand.

Originally, our long-term plan was to transition our primary grades (K–4) out of the current building, ultimately making this a grades 5–12 campus once our second campus opened. However, instead of gradually removing the Primary Program, we are excited to announce that we will now reintroduce Kindergarten through Grade 2 to our current campus beginning in 2026–2027.

In two years, BASIS Independent Bellevue will have full use of our existing campus, giving us the space needed to accommodate additional grades. Rather than wait for the construction of our new second campus next door, this strategy allows us to meet the strong interest in our program sooner — without compromising the quality or experience for our current students.

This decision supports our school’s overall growth plan and does not delay the timeline for the new campus. In fact, by building the Kindergarten and Primary Programs now, we ensure a smoother transition when the time arrives to move our younger students.

“This expansion is not just about growing in size; it’s about strengthening our community, building important connections between students of all ages, and ensuring that when we move into our new campus, we do so with an experienced, cohesive team ready to support every learner.” — Dr. Elizabeth Thies, Head of School

Building a Stronger Community
One of the most exciting parts of this expansion is the opportunity to further enrich our Mountaineer community. Our new Kindergarten and Primary students will bring fresh energy to our outdoor halls, while our experienced Middle and High School students will have new leadership opportunities. Programs such as Reading Buddies, Mentorships, and Classroom Assistants have had a remarkable impact at other BASIS Independent Schools campuses, and we are eager to bring these traditions to BASIS Independent Bellevue.

Our incoming Kindergarten and Primary teachers will collaborate closely with our existing faculty, gaining valuable experience and building strong professional relationships before our younger students transition to the new campus. This continuity ensures that when we open the doors to our new, second campus, we will do so as a unified, Mountaineer community — ready to grow together.

Looking Ahead
We are energized by the incredible momentum at BASIS Independent Bellevue and grateful for the trust and support of our families. Applications for Kindergarten along with our Primary, Middle, and High School Grades for the 2026–2027 school year will be available on August 1, 2025.

With more young learners joining our school, and with plans for our future lower school campus moving forward, the future continues to look bright for our Mountaineers.

We are excited about what’s ahead and look forward to continuing this journey together. Explore our Kindergarten and Primary Programs on our website to learn more.

Celebrating BASIS Independent Brooklyn’s Class of 2025 College Acceptances

May 2, 2025 by jogoldfarb Leave a Comment

We are incredibly proud to share news of college acceptances of BASIS Independent Brooklyn’s Class of 2025! Our seniors have spent the past weeks deciding among the top schools in the country, and they had many wonderful options to explore. Students took time to research and fully assess programs and universities offering resources that will build on their interests nurtured in high school, both in classes and activities outside of school, for years to come.

“Many of the students in this year’s class have been with our school since its founding,” said College Counselor Matt Brauch. “In our High School Program, all these students actively leaned into coursework, clubs, and extracurricular activities to identify and then explore their interests. They aggressively chased after these interests inside and outside of school, starting with course selection (choosing where available to pursue their interests on our campus) and through utilizing resources we created and updated throughout their tenure here to explore their interests off campus.”

“Our seniors embody the character, determination, and care for one another that all of our students should strive for each year,” commented Head of School Josh Harmon. “I know they will benefit the communities and schools they go on to join next year.”

This year was one of the most selective yet in college admissions. Many colleges that were highly selective last year were even more selective this year. We are proud to share the university and college acceptances received by our 24 students who applied to colleges this year:

5/24 students (21%) were offered seats at one of the Top 10 National Universities ranked by U.S. News & World Report. If you extend that to include Cornell (currently the 11th-ranked National University), then the number grows to 7/24 (29%).
67% of students (16/24) were accepted to schools in the Top 30 U.S. National Universities and Liberal Arts Colleges, including Princeton University, Stanford University (2), Duke University, Northwestern University (2), the University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University (3), University of California-Los Angeles, University of California-Berkeley, Washington University in St. Louis, Georgetown University, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, University of Southern California (3), Hamilton College, Haverford College, and University of Richmond. Students in this cohort also received offers from Top-20-ranked global universities, including the University College London, Imperial College London, and the University of Toronto (3).
Nearly every senior received an acceptance from a school ranked in the Top 50 National Universities and Liberal Arts Colleges as ranked by U.S. News and World Report. If we count Northeastern (#54), then this number jumps to 23/24 seniors (96%), since one of our students applied to Northeastern as their first-choice school via early decision this year. The remaining senior was accepted to an excellent program at their first-choice university through early decision.

“While I am thrilled that all our students have fantastic college options,” shared Mr. Brauch. “I am most proud of this class of seniors for applying to schools that fit what they want out of a college environment and experience. All of our seniors chose the path that fit them best at and outside of our school. They have driven this process, and the results show the effort and time spent focusing on fit for their unique interests and talents. That has served them well at our school and will help tremendously as they take their next steps towards college and beyond.”

CLASS OF 2025 ACCEPTANCES

Albright College

American University

Bard College

Bentley University

Binghamton University

Boston University

Brandeis University

Bucknell University

Case Western Reserve University

Clark University

Colgate University

Cornell University

CUNY Bernard M Baruch College

Drexel University

Duke University

Duquesne University

Elon University

Emory University

Fordham University

George Washington University

Georgetown University

Georgia Institute of Technology

Goucher College

Hamilton College

Haverford College

Hofstra University

Illinois Institute of Technology

Imperial College London

Indiana University (Bloomington)

Ithaca College

Kenyon College

King’s College London

Lesley University

Loyola Marymount University

McGill University

McMaster University

Miami University (Oxford)

New York University

Northeastern University

Northwestern University

Oberlin College

Oregon State University

Penn State University (University Park)

Pepperdine University

Princeton University

Providence College

Purdue University (Main Campus)

Purdue University Fort Wayne

Reed College

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rice University

Rochester Institute of Technology

Rutgers University (New Brunswick)

Rutgers University (Newark)

Sarah Lawrence College

Skidmore College

Stanford University

Stony Brook University

SUNY at New Paltz

SUNY at Purchase College

SUNY College at Cortland

SUNY Geneseo

SUNY University at Buffalo

Syracuse University

The London School of Economics and Political Science

The Ohio State University

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Texas at Austin

The University of Warwick

University College London

University of Arizona

University of Bristol

University of British Columbia

University of California (Berkeley)

University of California (Davis)

University of California (Irvine)

University of California (Los Angeles)

University of California (Riverside)

University of California (Santa Barbara)

University of California (Santa Cruz)

University of Colorado Boulder

University of Connecticut

University of Delaware

University of Florida

University of Illinois at Chicago

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

University of Maryland (College Park)

University of Massachusetts (Amherst)

University of Miami

University of Minnesota (Twin Cities)

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

University of Oregon

University of Pennsylvania

University of Pittsburgh (Pittsburgh)

University of Rhode Island

University of Richmond

University of Rochester

University of San Diego

University of Southern California

University of Toronto

University of Virginia

University of Washington (Seattle Campus)

University of Wisconsin (Madison)

Vassar College

Villanova University

Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University

Washington University in St. Louis

Wesleyan University

Western University

Wilfrid Laurier University

William & Mary

Congratulations to our Bears! Our soon-to-be graduates have had a huge impact on our school, and we are confident they will develop further into the leaders our world needs in the years to come.

BASIS Independent Manhattan Class of 2025: Celebrating Outstanding College Acceptances

May 1, 2025 by christineklayman Leave a Comment

Join us in celebrating the BASIS Independent Manhattan Class of 2025 and their outstanding college acceptances! Our second graduating cohort reached a significant milestone with the commitment of their stellar college enrollment decisions, and we are overjoyed to share the results. Coming from a challenging high school program at a New York City private school, we are incredibly proud of and inspired by their success.

College Enrollment Reflects Exceptional Achievements

Congratulations to the Class of 2025 on their enrollment at the following colleges and universities (in alphabetical order):

Amherst College
Babson College
Boston University
Columbia University
Cornell University (Two students)
Lehigh University
Penn State University (University Park) – Schreyer Honors College
University of California, Berkeley
University of Connecticut

Head of School Ms. LaNette Hodge reflected on the list, saying,

“The Class of 2025, our remarkable second set of graduating seniors, truly embodies the spirit of BASIS Independent Manhattan. Building upon the high standard set by our pioneering seniors last year, they have faced the highly challenging college admissions process with exceptional hard work, dedication, courage, and resilience. We are brimming with pride for our current seniors because their impressive college acceptances are a powerful testament not only to their incredible talent and academic achievement, but also to the lasting legacy they are creating – one that will undoubtedly continue to inspire the Wildcat students who follow in their footsteps.”

To provide perspective on these results, these statistics speak volumes about the caliber of this graduating class:

40% of students secured spots at top-15 universities and liberal arts colleges, ranked by U.S. News and World Report.
50% received offers from institutions within the top 25 nationally, including prestigious names like Amherst, Cornell, Columbia, and the University of Virginia.
An impressive 70% gained acceptance to schools ranked in the top 50.
Remarkably, 90% were accepted to colleges within the top 75.

Note: Due to Babson’s academic specialization, it isn’t ranked in U.S. News and World Report’s overall rankings, but it is ranked #1 in Entrepreneurship.

A Class to Be Remembered and Truly Missed

college prep with college counselor in college counseling meeting with senior

Reflecting on his experience with the Class of 2025 and their participation in BASIS Independent Manhattan’s college preparation program, College Counselor Mr. Danny Tejada shared, “This senior class stands out as the most impressive and ambitious group of students I have had the privilege to work with. In addition to daily college counseling classes and weekly individual meetings, they successfully achieved their college application objectives while maintaining their commitment to rigorous senior-year coursework. I am very proud of the adaptability and growth mindset instilled in these seniors that helped them navigate the complexities of the college application process.”

The impressive college acceptances achieved by the BASIS Independent Manhattan Class of 2025 underscore the success of our curriculum and supportive learning environment that unlocks the remarkable potential of our students. This second graduating class has truly set a high bar for future college enrollment, building upon the legacy of our pioneers. We are immensely proud of their hard work, resilience, and the bright futures ahead of them.

senior class of 2025 college acceptances college decisions at high school

Please find the Full List of College Acceptances below for a comprehensive look at all their achievements in the college admissions process.

seniors class of 2025 graduation swag basis independent manhattan

American University

Amherst College

Babson College

Binghamton University

Boston College

Boston University

Columbia University

Cornell University

Drexel University

Ferris State University

Fordham University

George Washington University

Imperial College London

Indiana University (Bloomington)

Lehigh University

McGill University

New York University

Penn State University (University Park)

Rutgers University (New Brunswick)

SUNY University at Buffalo

Syracuse University

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Nottingham

Tufts University

University College London

University of California, Berkeley

University of California, Davis

University of California, San Diego

University of California, Santa Barbara

University of Connecticut

University of Nevada (Las Vegas)

University of Southern California

University of Virginia (Main Campus)

Nine BASIS Independent Schools Seniors Named Presidential Scholar Candidates

March 29, 2025 by sarahpeterson Leave a Comment

External recognition reinforces the accomplishments BASIS Independent School educators see each day inside their classrooms. Today, we are incredibly proud to share the news that nine seniors across our network of schools have been recognized as 2025 U.S. Presidential Scholars candidates. The Presidential Scholars Program was established in 1964 to recognize and honor some of our nation’s most distinguished graduating high school seniors.

Each year, approximately 4,000 candidates across the country are selected based on outstanding performance on the SAT and ACT assessments. This distinction not only showcases students’ exceptional abilities but also highlights the advanced, globally benchmarked BASIS Curriculum that helped foster their critical thinking, problem-solving, and deep content mastery.

Presidential Scholar Candidates Named Across BASIS Independent Schools:

BASIS Independent Brooklyn – Gustavo P.

BASIS Independent Fremont – Atharv D., Aditi K., Luoxi W.

BASIS Independent McLean – Caden Z.

BASIS Independent Silicon Valley – Nicole L., Andrew L., Antony W., Olivia Z.

All candidates will now be reviewed based on their academic achievement, personal characteristics, leadership, and service activities. Candidate essays are also reviewed and factor into the selection. Approximately 650 candidates are named semifinalists and forwarded to the Commission for further review. In April, up to 161 U.S Presidential Scholars are selected and honored for their accomplishments.

In the more than 60 years since the United States Presidential Scholars Program was established, approximately 8,000 U.S. Presidential Scholars have been named based on demonstrated leadership, scholarship, and contribution to school and community.

The BASIS Independent Schools Legacy

At BASIS Independent Schools, we empower students to push boundaries and achieve their highest potential. Our challenging curriculum, expert educators, and dynamic learning culture ensure that students cultivate their interests and are set up for success in college and beyond.

Congratulations to all of our 2025 Presidential Scholar Candidates! You are an inspiration to us. We look forward to celebrating your continued success as you move ahead to the next stage of your academic journey.

Stay tuned for more updates as we celebrate these exceptional scholars and their accomplishments!

See what sets our students apart—explore our High School Program today!

BASIS Independent Fremont is a TK – Grade 12 private school, providing students with an internationally benchmarked liberal arts and sciences curriculum, with advanced STEM offerings. Considering joining the BASIS Independent Fremont community? To join our interest list for the next school year and receive admissions updates and more, please click here.

Virtual Campus Tour

February 12, 2025 by mallorykilbreath Leave a Comment

Since our campus is currently an active construction site, we are unable to offer campus tours until late Spring 2025. In the meantime, let’s take a virtual tour of the brand-new campus opening in Fall 2025!

The Campus

BASIS Independent Bothell is nestled in the Canyon Park neighborhood in Bothell, WA. It is 123,000 sq. ft. on 6.2 acres to fit all of our Kindergarten – Grade 12 families. This acreage includes a full-sized competition regulation playfield, outdoor sport court, and a brand-new playground!

The Gym

The gymnasium will be fully equipped and will hold up to 600 guests! We expect to host many sporting and large school events in this space.

The Theater

The brand-new theater is a great space for students to express their creativity and put on many different types of performances for an audience.

The Classrooms

Our campus will be equipped with dedicated state-of-the-art laboratories for Biology, Chemistry, and Physics, designed for grades 6—12 students. Other classroom types not pictured here will also be brand new and intentionally designed for student and faculty collaboration.

The Common Areas

While our athletic and outdoor play facilities allow students to move their bodies and burn energy, our common areas provide a safe environment for students to read a book, work on their studies, and collaborate with their peers.

The Fields

This amazing space will allow for multiple sports to be taking place at the same time, further driving that ability to host and hold many different sporting events. Additionally, it makes for a great space for students to burn off some energy!

The Playground

The play area will be a great way for our younger grades to enjoy getting outdoors. It’s a very large area that contains three main zones with active spaces in between as well as a track that can be utilized for Movement and PE classes and recess fun.

Thank you for taking this tour with us! To submit an application for Fall 2025, click here.

BASIS Independent Dublin Opens Fall 2026!

January 28, 2025 by aloracooper Leave a Comment

BASIS Independent Schools, celebrated globally for its exceptional academic outcomes and rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum, is thrilled to announce the opening of BASIS Independent Dublin in Fall 2026!

This state-of-the-art campus will serve grades 6–12, offering Dublin families access to the renowned BASIS Curriculum, taught by Subject Expert Teachers who inspire curiosity and academic excellence. With modern facilities designed to foster collaboration and innovation, BASIS Independent Dublin is set to provide a transformative educational experience right here in your community.

Enrollment begins in August 2025. Register for an upcoming Information Session to learn more about the curriculum, faculty, and vision for this exciting addition to the Tri-Valley area.

Read the full press release for details!

BASIS Independent Schools, a globally-recognized network of K–12 private schools celebrated for its rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum and exceptional academic outcomes, is proud to announce the opening of BASIS Independent Dublin in fall of 2026. The Dublin campus will mark the third school serving families in the Tri-Valley community, joining BASIS Independent Silicon Valley and BASIS Independent Fremont.

BASIS Independent Dublin, grades 6–12, will provide students with access to the globally benchmarked BASIS Curriculum, a liberal arts and sciences curriculum designed to challenge and inspire students. The campus will engage subject expert teachers, who bring passion and expertise to the classroom, and a nurturing environment with student-teacher support and individualized learning plans.

“Our BASIS Independent campuses in Silicon Valley and Fremont have set a high bar for academic excellence, consistently preparing students to excel in competitive university programs and achieve their fullest potential,” said Toby Walker, Vice President of BASIS Independent Schools. “We are excited to expand our reach into the Dublin community, where families value an exceptional, well-rounded education that equips students for success in a rapidly changing world.”

Outcomes for BASIS Independent Schools across the U.S. reinforce the network vision to raise the bar in education to the highest international levels. Twenty-three percent of students in the Class of 2024 were admitted to a top 10 university and 56% were admitted to a top 25 university*.

BASIS Independent Schools in the Tri-Valley community have a distinguished record of student achievements, including one out of every four high school seniors qualifying as National Merit® Scholarship Semifinalists, as well as recognition in national academic competitions including National Science Bowl^®, Scripps National Spelling Bee^®, and the Regeneron Science Talent Search.

BASIS Independent Dublin will offer families a modern campus designed to foster innovation and collaboration, including expansive outdoor areas. The intentionally and thoughtfully designed spaces of the more than 150,000-square foot Dublin campus include science labs, large gymnasium, music classrooms, dedicated art rooms, theater, and boasts a 34,257-square foot outdoor sports field.

BASIS Independent Dublin plans on hiring approximately 35 faculty and staff initially and growing the team to approximately 60 in the course of the following five years.

About BASIS Independent Schools

BASIS Independent Schools offers the high-achieving BASIS Curriculum, which was developed in 1998 and serves students from Preschool through Grade 12. BASIS Independent Schools educate students to the highest international levels with a spiraling liberal arts and sciences curriculum benchmarked to the best education systems in the world. Our advanced curriculum, unmatched in breadth and depth, prepares students to be innovative leaders across disciplines. BASIS Independent Schools currently offers private school campuses in California, New York, Northern Virginia, and Washington as well as international school locations in China and Thailand. Visit www.basisindependent.com for more information. BASIS Independent Schools is part of Spring Education Group, a multi-brand network providing superior private school education from infant care through high school.

*based on U.S. News & World Report rankings

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A Legacy of Excellence: 1 out of 4 Seniors Honored as 2025 National Merit Scholar Semifinalists

January 24, 2025 by mirandamartinez Leave a Comment

One out of every four of our seniors across the BASIS Independent Schools network have been named National Merit Scholar Semifinalists! The impressive achievements across our high school campuses in California, New York, and Virginia underscore our institution’s academic standards, comprehensive approach to education, and excellence in student outcomes.

Four students from BASIS Independent in McLean, Natasha A., Ian P., Vincenzo T., and Gavin W. were selected as National Merit Scholar Semifinalists

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) recognized a total of 46 students from BASIS Independent Schools as semifinals! These exceptionally talented high school seniors now have the chance to advance in the competition for approximately 6,870 National Merit Scholarships, collectively worth nearly $26 million, which will be awarded next spring.

At BASIS Independent Schools, we ignite student potential with an internationally inspired curriculum, passionate educators, and countless opportunities for growth both inside and outside the classroom. Our students’ success not only highlights their exceptional talent and hard work but also serves as a testament to the supportive and enriching academic environment we cultivate.

Toby Walker, Vice President of BASIS Independent Schools expressed, “These outstanding results are a reflection of the incredibly talented student body at BASIS Independent Schools as well as the planning, instruction, and inspiration provided by their Subject Expert Teachers each and every day.”

As we celebrate this incredible accomplishment, we remain committed to shaping the leaders, innovators, and thinkers of tomorrow. Congratulations to our National Merit Scholar Semifinalists — your achievements inspire us all!

Learn more about BASIS Independent Schools by inquiring with our Admissions Team today!

High school juniors entered the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program by taking the 2023 Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT®), which served as an initial screen of program entrants. The nationwide pool of Semiﬁnalists, representing less than one percent of U.S. high school seniors, includes the highest-scoring entrants in each state.