Seabury School

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At Seabury, we inspire & nurture gifted kids in a community that "gets them." Our mission is to challenge gifted children in a community that cherishes each individual and fosters a love of learning, discovery, and creativity.
Seabury is the only gifted education program for pre-k through middle school in the entire South Sound region.
Small class sizes allow our teachers, who have extensive training and experience in education for highly capable learners, to provide differentiated instruction to develop each child's individual talents and strengths.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Acceptance rate: 97%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Gifted education
Year Founded
1989
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
97 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Seabury School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for current tuition rates www.seabury.org
Acceptance Rate
97%
National avg.: 85%

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
BCPA Creative Arts, Bricks4Kidz, Chess4Life, First LEGO League Robotics

School Notes

  • We firmly believe that gifted kids learn and grow best when supported in an environment specifically for highly capable students and surrounded by peers that also have an incredible thirst for learning.Small class sizes allow our teachers, who have extensive training and experience in education for highly capable learners, to provide differentiated instruction to develop each child's individual talents and strengths. Although the instruction at Seabury is individualized and each student is encouraged to grow their own strengths and talents, students thrive when they are able to learn together with other intellectually advanced peers. We have found that being able to socialize in an environment they can be their true selves allows students to grow into confident individuals and leaders in their communities.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Seabury School often compared to?
Seabury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Annie Wright Schools by visitors of our site.
What is the acceptance rate of Seabury School?
The acceptance rate of Seabury School is 97%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.
Does Seabury School offer a summer program?
Yes, Seabury School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
When is the application deadline for Seabury School?
The application deadline for Seabury School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
What neighborhood is Seabury School located?
Seabury School is located in the Northeast Tacoma neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Northeast Tacoma.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (4 reviews)
5  
I can not tell you how grateful I am for finding Seabury for my child. He loves school, which is enough; however, there is so much more for which I am deeply grateful. We just received his report card and the comments each teacher wrote prove how much they see and know my son! I truly love that! I know he's encouraged to advocate for himself and push himself, all with incredible guidance, thoughtful feedback, and support. I can honestly say I love this school and the entire staff. That's an amazing thing to say about any school! Go tour! Thank you, Seabury Staff! We are so grateful!
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5  
Seabury is one of the very few schools in our area that can accommodate children with unique gifts and talents. Small class sizes, individualized approach to education, a wide variety of activities and learning methods, and most importantly, strict safety policies during a pandemic made this school our first choice for Pre-K and Kindergarten years and we've been very happy with the Seabury School. There are many reasons why we are glad to have our child at Seabury, some of the most important ones for us are: - Opportunity to socialize in a safe environment, where the school staff is able to teach kindness and compassion. - Teachers recognize gifts and areas of improvement for our children and nourish those in a way that gives the child a solid baseline and ability to grow in their gifts. - School staff is very good at communicating issues and praises promptly.- A wide variety of arts, crafts, and other making activities on a regular basis. Pandemic brought on many additional challenges, but the leadership at this school has been on top of making necessary adjustments to continue providing high-quality education even to the youngest of kids.
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5  
We are grateful every day that we found Seabury for our daughter. Seabury really focuses on the whole child and the social-emotional learning that goes on there is incredible. The second-grade teacher is phenomenal and she really "gets" our daughter and what makes her tick. She is great at finding ways to get the students to feel connected to what they`re learning, while actually enjoying it. The school is great with their communication and everyone we`ve interacted with is fantastic.
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5  
Kids want to learn. Seabury has a stellar academic program that engages students with a variety of learning styles and gives them the skills to be successful in high school, college, and beyond. The wonderful teachers facilitate a balance of pro-social skills while teaching the students how they best learn and take ownership of it. They give students tools they can use to problem solve, and facilitate the desire to continue learning through school, careers, and the rest of their lives.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 97 students
  • Acceptance rate: 97%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Tacoma, WA is $9,572 for elementary schools and $12,277 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Tacoma, WA is 95% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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