Private Schools in Gig Harbor & Beyond
As a real estate agent and your local neighborhood expert, I want to help you learn all there is to know about life in Gig Harbor, Washington. I am also a mom of three, and one of the things that was really important to me when looking for a house in a new area was what educational options were out there. For any other families who want to know about all the choices available to you, below is a list of private schools in Gig Harbor and the surrounding area.
*For a list of private preschools, see my blog post Private Preschools in Gig Harbor & Beyond.
Private Schools in Gig Harbor
3114 45th Street Court NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Founded in 1982 as an independent Christian school, Hosanna accepts students from preschool up through junior high. Learn more about their academic goals and curriculum for each grade level, and information on scheduling a tour can be found at the bottom of their home page.
3008 36th Street NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Welcoming elementary and middle school students, Lighthouse offers a technology program, after school enrichment classes, a learning center for students struggling with dyslexia, fine arts and athletics programs, and a variety of middle school electives. You can take a virtual tour of the campus and read more about their academic philosophy.
3555 Edwards Drive, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Educating students from preschool through eighth grade, St. Nicholas’ website provides curriculum information and class highlights for each level: preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5, Grade 6, Grade 7, and Grade 8. Additional classes include music, physical education, and Spanish. To learn more about the school you can read their educational philosophy, or call to schedule a tour.
Private Schools in Tacoma
2300 S. Washington Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
Established in 1928, Bellarmine is a Jesuit preparatory school for college. As such, it offers dual credit classes through the Cornerstone Program at Central Washington University as well as Advanced Placement (AP) courses. See what sets them apart, learn what academic programs are offered, take a virtual campus tour, or view their videos with additional information about the school.
202 E. 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98404
Besides traditional academics for kindergarten through high school, this Lutheran academy provides the option of a personalized approach through their Learning Edge program (kindergarten - Grade 8) and an online Summit Learning Platform (Grade 6 - 12). They also have a dual credit program that gives high schoolers the opportunity to take courses through Faith International University and Bates Technical College at no extra cost. Request additional information, experience a day in the life of a CCA student, or book a tour.
620 S. Shirley Street, Tacoma, WA 98465
Covenant High School is distinguished as both classical and Christian, and as a college preparatory school students can earn up to one year of college credit. Read their Quick Facts page for an overview, see what extracurricular options are available, and learn more about college, career, and general academic support provided. A variety of preview events are offered throughout the year for prospective students and families, or you can fill out this form to schedule a tour.
101 S. 96th Street, Tacoma, WA 98444
Faith has a school for kindergarten through eighth grade as well as a preschool on the premises. Learn about their institution, specifics on the curriculum used in each grade, extracurricular opportunities, or fill out the form to receive more information and request a tour of the campus. For continuing education, Evergreen Lutheran High School is less than four miles away.
Evergreen Lutheran High School
7306 Waller Road East, Tacoma, WA 98443
Evergreen offers traditional course subjects as well as online classes through Amazing Grace Virtual Academy and dual credit courses through Bethany Lutheran College (more information at the bottom of this page). Their website provides details on their educational philosophy, environmental classroom, college guidance, student clubs, and more. Contact the office to plan a tour, or you can even schedule a “shadow day” on campus by filling out this form.
1717 S. Union Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405
Life Christian Academy is open to students in preschool and pre-K, elementary school, middle school, and high school. They offer a variety of additional programs for dual enrollment, hybrid learning, childcare before and after school hours, students with learning challenges, and summer courses. Transportation to and from Gig Harbor, northeast Tacoma, and Federal Way is available for students in kindergarten through 12th grade. If you are interested, a tour of the school can be set up with the admissions department.
Pope St. John XXIII STEM Academy
3306 S. 58th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
Based on a foundation of science, technology, engineering, and math, Pope St. John XXIII provides a hands-on learning approach for students preschool through eighth grade, ensuring that students will be well-equipped for STEM programs beyond high school. Their website has more information on their mission as a school, why they focus on STEM, and more. You can also fill out a form to schedule a tour.
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
7112 S. 12th Street, Tacoma, WA 98465
Established in 1958, St. Charles offers education for four grade levels: preschool and pre-K, primary grades (kindergarten - Grade 2), intermediate school (Grades 3 - 5), and middle school. Besides traditional academics they support specialists in several additional subjects and offer a variety of programs and clubs. Take a virtual tour, schedule an in-person tour, or request more information.
1112 North G Street, Tacoma, WA 98403
Take a look at the school’s virtual tour to find out more about St. Patrick’s, which offers preschool and pre-K, a primary school (kindergarten - Grade 2), intermediate school (Grades 3 - 5), and middle school. See why families choose St. Patrick’s, available enrichment classes, learning expectations, and the school’s library.
2310 S. 66th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409
All grade levels are represented at Sound Christian Academy. Learn more about their academic model, educational principles, and curriculum guide. To help prepare students for life beyond high school they offer college and career counseling as well as classes through Northwest University for concurrent credit. They provide several options for coming on-campus to learn more about the school, and for any enrolled families living outside of the immediate area transportation is available from Puyallup, Tacoma, and Gig Harbor.
2014 S. 15th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405
Founded in the Slavic cultural tradition, TCA teaches Russian language and literature as part of their curriculum for all grades (pre-K and kindergarten, Grades 1 - 5, and Grades 6 - 10). They also offer classes in subjects such as music, sculpture, photography, nutrition, and interior design. Learn more about their history and tradition or contact them for additional information.
20 Tacoma Avenue S., Tacoma, WA 98402
A Christian classical school, Cor Deo has a grammar school for kindergarten through fifth grade and a logic school for sixth through eighth grades. Read about their classical approach, see Cor Deo at a glance, attend a preview event, or schedule a tour.
Private Schools in Other Areas
14687 Olympic Drive SE, Port Orchard, WA 98367
Preschool through high school is available at this school affiliated with Burley Bible Church. Their website provides information on their mission, classes, and curriculum.
5412 67th Avenue West, University Place, WA 98467
Founded by Tacoma Bible Presbyterian Church, Heritage Christian offers schooling for pre-K up through eighth grade. Learn more about their core values as well as their mission and purpose.
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic School
1516 Fifth Street, Bremerton, WA 98337
This classical Catholic school is for students pre-K up to Grade 8. Their website has more specifics on their curriculum taught in each grade as well as the specialist classes offered. Take a virtual tour or schedule an in-person tour of their campus.
Non-Religious Private Schools
827 North Tacoma Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98403
With its beginnings as an all-girls school in the 1880s, Annie Wright now offers a co-ed lower school (preschool - Grade 5) and middle school (Grades 6 - 8) as well as separate upper schools (Grades 9 - 12) for girls and boys. With students coming not only from various parts of Washington but throughout the United States and even the world, they offer five- and seven-day boarding options, and transportation is available for those within the surrounding areas. Visit their admissions page for a virtual tour of their campus.
7723 Chambers Creek Road West, Tacoma, WA 98467
Established in 1957, Charles Wright Academy is an independent school offering classes in a beginning school for ages three and four, a lower school for kindergarten through fourth grade, middle school for fifth through eighth grades, and the upper school for 9th through 12th grades. For any students living outside of the immediate area, they offer a daily bus service with a variety of routes and schedules. Check out their virtual tour to learn more.
6820 32nd Street NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Accepting students up to fifth grade, the academy’s early childhood curriculum (preschool and pre-K) facilitates an approach with concepts such as active exploration and inquiry-based learning. Their elementary curriculum (kindergarten - fifth grade) includes reading, writing, and phonics; math; social studies; and specialists in additional subjects. Learn more about their campus or request a tour.
5414 Comte Drive NW, Gig Harbor, WA 98335
Harbor Montessori offers programs for infants all the way up to junior high. You can learn more about the school’s approach to learning and education for each level and age group. They also have a new Tracyton campus for children aged three to six years old.
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