The Whole Child
We respect and nurture every part of a child's life — culture, language, interests, and family.
Welcome · Bienvenidos
Academic excellence, joyfully bilingual
A Spanish–English immersion school in Seattle, 12 months through 8th grade.
Ages 12mo – 8th Grade · Seattle, WA
Neighborhood
Seattle
Languages
English / Español
Our mission
Bilingual, biliterate, multicultural.
At Amistad, we center joy, belonging, and academic excellence for all students and families. As a Spanish–English Two-Way Dual Language Immersion program, we celebrate our community's linguistic and cultural diversity and nurture students who create positive change in their communities, families, and lives.
Read moreOur values
Bilingualism, Biliteracy & Multiculturalism
We believe children have a right to nurture their cultural and linguistic connections, and to use those strengths as the foundation for a rigorous academic experience.
Academics
Real power comes from knowledge. Amistad exceeds Washington State standards in Spanish and English.
Cooperation, Collective Empowerment & Social Justice
We work together so every student becomes a compassionate leader in their community and world.
Cultural Democracy / Anti-Bias
Every voice has equal weight. We challenge oppression, ethnocentrism, and marginalization.
Centrality of Family & Community
Culture and language are the foundation of education, not something to leave at the school door.
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.
The Path
The Path
Every child's bilingual journey is unique. Here is where yours begins.
Begin your journey today12 months – Pre-K
Little Learners
Full Spanish immersion from the very first day — language, play, and discovery.
DiscoverKindergarten
Foundations
The most common entry point, built for children with no Spanish background at all.
Discover1st – 3rd Grade
Bright Minds
Children learn to read in Spanish first, then carry that literacy into English.
Discover4th – 5th Grade
Bridge Years
Upper elementary biliteracy deepens toward a balanced 50/50 language model.
Discover6th – 8th Grade
Middle School
Leadership, the Puerto Rico expedition, and a 100% transition to high school.
Discover
Two languages. One powerful foundation.
Research shows bilingual students outperform peers in cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, and academic achievement. At Amistad, immersion begins at 12 months — when language acquisition is at its most natural and powerful.
Why Spanish immersion
Rooted in community.
93% of Amistad families say they feel welcomed and respected by our staff. Our school is small by design — every child is known by name, and every family is part of something real.
About Amistad
Learning that goes further.
Capoeira. Puerto Rico expeditions. Community service. Middle schoolers graduate with experiences that most high schoolers have never had.
Explore Amistad Life
Guided by people who know your child.
Our bilingual educators bring deep expertise and genuine care to every classroom, every day. Families rate our bilingual instruction 4.69 out of 5 — 95% favorable.
Meet our team
100% of our 8th graders transition to high school.
Our middle schoolers leave Amistad biliterate, confident, and prepared. College-prep high schools seek our graduates because of how well-prepared and self-assured they are.
Inside Middle SchoolSeattle Amistad School at a glance
12 mo – 8th grade
Ages served
~93
Students K–8th grade
93%
Families would recommend us
4.69/5
Bilingual instruction rating
98.7%
Reading assessment coverage
100%
8th Grade → High School
+89%
2nd grade enrollment growth, 3 yrs
Sources: 2026 Family Survey · 2024–25 Assessment Report
Hear from our families
A community that families call home.
My kiddos' love of being at Amistad was foundational to their language development and we can't say enough about the amazing teachers.
We love Amistad and have been there since 2020. We have two kids there (1st and 3rd) and they are thriving. The teachers are fantastic and the focus on early childhood education is especially notable.
The bilingual approach has helped our children grow confidently in two languages while appreciating diverse cultures.
It is a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment. Every child is known by name — and so is every family.
Admissions
Ready to explore Amistad?
Start with a tour, apply online, or reach out with questions. We enroll families year-round when space is available.
Start your applicationHow to apply
Online application, family visit, and enrollment paperwork.
Tuition
Starting tuition and financial aid options for every family.
Visit us
Next open house: October 17
Latest from Amistad
Stories from our classrooms.
Bridge Years · June 2, 2026
Middle Schoolers Return with a PR Glow
Seattle Amistad Middle School students traveled to Puerto Rico for an immersive learning experience rooted in Spanish language, culture, history, art, nature, and connection.
Read moreCommunity · May 18, 2026
How We Begin — Hora de Amistad
How our daily morning ritual sets the tone for a school day built around community, belonging, and bilingual learning.
Read moreSummer · April 30, 2026
Summer Camps at Seattle Amistad School
Hiking, arts & crafts, outdoor games, and field trips — a look inside our Into the Wild summer camp.
Read moreWhat’s Upcoming
Dates worth marking.
Inside our community
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