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.