The Bush School
Admissions

Welcome New Families

Blaze Your Trail Welcome to The Bush School

We believe that students learn by doing.
— Helen Taylor Bush, founder
Welcome to The Bush School! We are thrilled to welcome you to our bright, caring, and heart-centered Blazer family. Bush students share many traits: They’re smart, inclusive, creative, and kind. 

Our students in the Lower School develop an understanding of themselves as individuals and as members of the Bush community through joyful, hands-on learning and thoughtful guidance from faculty and staff. Students in the Middle School are encouraged to take risks, try new activities, and find new passions in a safe and supportive learning environment. Bush students grow to be critical, creative, and independent in thought, ethical in judgment and action, and active citizens in the global community.

Get to know The Bush School through our interactive and comprehensive webpage designed for newly admitted families. Join us for a welcome event, connect with Bush ambassadors, talk with a member of the Bush team over email, phone, or Zoom. Join us on campus and discover the people, place, and programs that make The Bush School unique.

We can’t wait to see how you blaze your trail at The Bush School!

Lower School

Middle School

What’s Next?

  • You’re in, now make it official! Sign the enrollment agreement and submit the non-refundable deposit by Friday, March 24 to confirm your enrollment in The Bush School for the 2023-2024 school year.

  • Questions about financial aid or budget planning?
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BUSH LOWER SCHOOL
CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY AMBASSADORS
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE BUSH MIDDLE SCHOOL

Decision Week Events

Join us for events for admitted students and families the week of Monday, March 20.
Register for Decision Week Events via Ravenna.

  • Lower and Middle School BIPOC Admitted Families Reception - Monday, March 20, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

    Admitted families who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color are invited to attend an in-person welcome reception to connect with members of the Bush community. Join Head of School Percy L. Abram, Middle School Director José Leonor, Lower School Director Aliya Virani, faculty, students, and parents/guardians at this celebratory event. This event is intended as an affinity space for families that share identity layers and experiences. Light refreshments will be served.

  • Lower School Admitted Parent/Guardian Reception - Tuesday, March 21, 9:15-10:00 a.m.

    Parents/Guardians of admitted students are invited to join members of the Lower School community for an in-person welcome reception at The Bush School. Meet Lower School faculty, students, and parents/guardians, and connect with other newly admitted students and families. There will also be an opportunity to tour Lower School classes in action. This is a fun opportunity to build community and learn more about Bush Lower School! Light refreshments will be served.

  • Class of 2031 Admitted Student Visit - Tuesday, March 21, 12:15-1:30 p.m.

    Students newly admitted to the Bush Fifth Grade Class of 2031 are invited to join us for an in-person visit to experience life as a Bush student. Visiting students will meet current students, join Bush classes, and learn what it is like to be a Blazer. We look forward to welcoming you to Lower School!

  • Middle School Admitted Families Reception - Tuesday, March 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

    Newly admitted students and families are invited to join members of the Middle School community for an in-person welcome reception at The Bush School. Meet Middle School faculty, students, and parents/guardians, and connect with other newly admitted students and families. This is a fun opportunity to build community and learn more about Bush Middle School! This event is for students and families. Dinner and dessert will be served.

  • Lower School Virtual Chat - Wednesday, March 22, 12:00-12:30 p.m.

    Join Lower School Director Aliya Virani, members of the admissions team, and Lower School faculty for a lunchtime chat on Tuesday! This is an opportunity for parents/guardians of newly admitted students to ask questions in a casual virtual setting.

  • Middle School Admitted Student Visit - Wednesday, March 22. 2:00-4:00 p.m.

    Newly admitted Middle School students are invited to join us for an in-person visit to experience life as a Bush student. Visiting students will meet current students, participate in Bush E-lective classes, and hear from a panel of Bush students and teachers about the student experience and opportunities at Bush.
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Connect with Us

We are thrilled to welcome you to The Bush School and hope we will see you on campus as a Blazer next year! In the week ahead, we are here to make sure you get your questions answered, no matter how big or how small. Our admissions team will get you the information you need. To get started, please email us at admissions@bush.edu or contact a member of our team directly.

Follow @bushadmissions on Instagram for Middle School and Lower School highlights and more.
The Bush School
The Bush School is an independent, coeducational day school located in Seattle, WA enrolling 710 students in grades K–12. The mission of The Bush School is to spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities.

3400 East Harrison Street, Seattle WA 98112    (206) 322-7978
The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment, recruitment, admissions, or administration of any of its programs on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, gender, or sexual orientation. In addition, The Bush School does not discriminate in matters of employment on the basis of age or marital status.
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