Our goal is to make the admissions process a seamless, exciting experience. Below are some of the most common questions about our program. We know that you are bound to have more questions—please contact us. We’re here to help.
Every BASIS Independent Bellevue teacher is chosen first for subject-matter expertise. Our faculty hold academic degrees in the subjects they teach, from Calculus to Mandarin, and bring real enthusiasm for their fields into every lesson. Many come from university or college-preparatory classrooms; others are transitioning from a research lab, a corporate career, or another BASIS Independent campus, choosing to share real-world expertise with young learners instead.
Expertise alone isn’t enough, though. Finalists are invited to teach a live lesson during one of our Teacher Demo Days, in front of a class of prospective students assembled by the Head of School. Students take the exercise seriously, and their feedback carries real weight in our final hiring decisions. What we’re ultimately looking for are teachers who connect naturally with students and adapt quickly to whatever the classroom in front of them needs.
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Our curriculum is rigorous by design. We believe students rise to meet high expectations when they have the right support around them. From day one, students find a community built on that idea: teachers who hold office hours throughout the week, a peer tutoring center open Monday through Friday, and staff and administrators who treat each child’s growth as a shared responsibility. The result is a culture where hard work is celebrated and no student is expected to figure it out alone. Challenge and support go hand in hand here, and that balance is what makes real achievement possible.
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We don’t offer traditional financial aid, but we do offer tuition installment payment plans. We also award a small number of academic merit scholarships to select grade 8 students planning to stay at our school for high school, based on academic record, teacher recommendations, and demonstration of leadership. Unlike many private schools, BASIS Independent does not rely on fundraising or donations to fund aid or scholarships.
No. Fundraising requires administrative overhead that would pull our Head of School’s attention away from the classroom, and we don’t want families to feel pressured to contribute financially or to wonder whether extra giving buys influence at the school. Parents who want to get involved have other avenues, including our Parent Volunteer Committee.
While BASIS Independent Bellevue does not offer a dedicated special education program, we work closely with families to understand each student’s individual needs. Our school counselor, teachers, and administrators have experience supporting students with appropriate learning accommodations and are committed to helping every student succeed within our academically ambitious program.
Because every child’s situation is unique, we encourage you to contact our Admissions team to discuss your student’s needs and whether BASIS Independent Bellevue is the right fit.
No. BASIS Independent Bellevue does not require students to wear a uniform.
AP Scholar with Distinction is the College Board’s top honor for AP performance, awarded to students who score a 3 or higher on at least five AP exams and maintain a 3.5 average across every AP exam taken in high school. Among BASIS Independent Schools’ 2025 graduating class, every single student earned this distinction. Learn more about our AP achievements.