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International Schools in Bellevue, United States

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About international schools in Bellevue, United States

Bellevue’s international-school landscape blends strong public-language programmes and district choice schools with a range of private bilingual and international-model schools, so families can find everything from Mandarin and Spanish immersion in neighbourhood elementary settings to private French- or Asian-language immersion options. The Bellevue School District runs several language programmes and district-wide choice schools that offer multi-year, integrated curricula and sustained language study. Private bilingual schools and preschools commonly offer French, Chinese, Japanese and other language tracks, and fees vary by programme and age; examples in the area show part-time preschool options around twelve thousand dollars and full-day elementary tuition approaching or exceeding twenty-seven to twenty-eight thousand dollars. Admissions for district choice programmes operate on an annual application/lottery rhythm (applications typically open in the winter for the following school year), while private schools use a mix of rolling places and set deadlines, so relocating families should check each school’s calendar, book tours early and have residency or visa paperwork ready if needed.

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3
Curricula
2
Most common curriculum
American (2 schools)
Average school size
557 pupils
Largest by enrolment
Bellevue Children's Academy
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FAQs for United States

What kinds of curricula and languages are commonly available in Bellevue’s international schools?
You will find public dual-language immersion programmes (notably Mandarin and Spanish at elementary level) alongside district choice schools that integrate international studies and sustained language learning. Private and independent schools offer bilingual immersion or international-model curricula in languages such as French, Chinese and Japanese, often paired with US state standards or project-based learning.
How much should I expect to pay for an international or bilingual education in Bellevue?
Public schools are tuition-free for residents, including immersion and choice programmes when you live in the district. Private bilingual preschools and independent elementary schools vary widely, with part-time preschool options often in the low five-figure range and full-day independent elementary tuition commonly reaching the mid to high five-figure range; exact fees differ by school and programme length, so check each school’s published tuition schedule.
When should we apply if we are relocating to Bellevue?
For Bellevue School District choice programmes you should expect an annual application and lottery cycle that typically opens in winter for the next school year, so families moving mid-year should contact the district’s enrolment office for waitlist and transfer options. Private schools use a mix of rolling admissions, set deadlines and seasonal open-house events, so start enquiries and schedule visits as soon as you know your moving timeframe.
If our child speaks little English, will they be supported?
Many immersion and bilingual programmes are explicitly designed for learners at different starting points and include sheltered instruction and English-language support; younger children in immersion settings often acquire conversational English and the target language through classroom exposure. For older children or those who need extra help, ask schools about English-language learning (ELL/ESL) services, newcomer supports and assessments during the admissions process.
How do public language immersion programmes differ from private international schools?
Public immersion programmes are part of the neighbourhood or district choice system and follow state standards while delivering significant portions of the curriculum in the partner language; they are free for resident families and typically require an application or a place in the attendance area. Private international or bilingual schools set their own curricula (sometimes following a national system or international frameworks), charge tuition, and often provide smaller class sizes, different enrichment options and distinct admissions processes - families should compare language exposure, curriculum alignment, costs and extracurricular provision when choosing between them.
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