Private Schools in Sammamish, Washington

Located in nearby Redmond and serving Sammamish families, The Bear Creek School offers a classical Christian education from preschool through high school. The school is renowned for its rigorous academic program that integrates faith and learning, with graduates consistently gaining admission to top colleges. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, classical literature, and Socratic discussion methods. Facilities include modern classrooms, science labs, art studios, and athletic fields. The school maintains small class sizes and offers extensive extracurricular opportunities including championship athletics and comprehensive arts programs.

The Overlake School is an independent, coeducational day school located in Redmond that serves Sammamish and the greater Eastside community. Serving grades 5-12, Overlake offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum with strong emphasis on critical thinking and experiential learning. The school features an 80-acre campus with outstanding facilities including innovation labs, performing arts center, and extensive athletic facilities. Overlake's program balances academic rigor with character development and community engagement, offering numerous Advanced Placement courses, competitive athletics, and comprehensive arts programs. The school maintains a 8:1 student-teacher ratio for personalized attention.

Eastside Catholic School is a premier coeducational Catholic school serving grades 6-12, located directly in Sammamish. The school offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum with 22 Advanced Placement courses, comprehensive STEM programs, competitive athletics, and extensive arts opportunities. With a 12:1 student-teacher ratio, Eastside Catholic provides personalized attention and strong college counseling. The campus features state-of-the-art facilities including modern science labs, performing arts center, and athletic complexes. The school emphasizes character development and community service alongside academic excellence.