Welcome to Amistad

  • Language

    Bilingualism isn’t just a skill—it’s a way of connecting. From the earliest years, children are immersed in both Spanish and English through play, conversation, and classroom exploration. Our dual-language approach helps students grow confident, curious, and culturally aware—giving them tools to express themselves and understand others in a global world.

  • Love

    Love is at the heart of everything we do. Families are not just welcomed—they’re woven into the fabric of our school. In every classroom, hallway, and community gathering, children are seen, valued, and supported. Our educators lead with compassion, creating an environment where children feel safe to be themselves and bold enough to take risks.

  • Learning

    Learning should be meaningful and rooted in each child’s potential. Whether it’s planting seeds in the garden, solving problems in two languages, or practicing empathy on the playground, our students are challenged and supported every step of the way. We guide them not just to meet academic goals, but to become thoughtful citizens of the world.

Our Mission Statement
Three boys standing close together outdoors, smiling, with arms around each other's shoulders. The boy on the left is holding a trophy and papers; the boy on the right is holding papers. They are dressed casually, wearing sports clothing and sneakers.
A young girl with curly hair and a red bow is smiling and holding a colorful drawing of a girl with red hair, surrounded by dots and patterns, in a community hall or gymnasium.
A young boy with curly blonde hair holding a sign that reads "Los derechos humanos no necesitan pasaporte" in a classroom decorated with colorful posters and decorations.

Explore Our Programs

  • Little Learners

    12 months - Pre K

    Our Toddlers program is 100% Spanish immersion, introducing children to language through play, music, movement, and daily routines. Designed for ages 12 months and up, it supports early bilingual development, pre-literacy skills, and social-emotional growth. A balance of indoor and outdoor activities encourages curiosity, exploration, and discovery, creating a nurturing environment where children begin building a love of learning.

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  • Bright Minds

    K- 5th Grade

    Our K–5 program not only meets but surpasses Seattle Public Schools standards, building a strong foundation in literacy, math, and science through a Spanish-English dual language model. Starting with 90% Spanish immersion in Kindergarten, students advance to a 50/50 balance by 5th grade. This approach develops bilingualism, biliteracy, and cultural fluency, while enriched, hands-on learning ensures students rise above traditional benchmarks with confidence and purpose.

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  • Bridge Years

    6th - 8th Grade

    Our program serves students from Spanish immersion backgrounds or native speakers, offering a rigorous curriculum in English, Spanish, Math, Science, Social Studies, and Social-Emotional Learning. With regular P.E., weekly Capoeira, students grow academically, creatively, and physically. This well-rounded model fosters cultural pride and healthy habits, supports a smooth high school transition, and ensures a 100% success rate for graduates earning the National Seal of Biliteracy.

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Hear From Our Parents!

  • "My kiddos’ love of being at Amistad was foundational to their language development and we can’t say enough about the amazing teachers".

  • We feel so fortunate to be part of this incredible school community. From the beginning, we were impressed by the school’s bilingual approach, which has helped our children grow confidently in two languages while appreciating diverse cultures".

  • We’re deeply grateful for the positive, supportive, and inclusive environment that has made such a difference in our family’s life. Thank you, Amistad!

  • We love Amistad and have been there since 2020. We have two kids there (1st and 3rd) at present and they are thriving. The teachers are fantastic and focus on early childhood education is especially notable.