Right here stands Soundview School a place where education meets innovation. Established in 1996, Soundview School was founded by Inae Piercy. She wanted to provide education for her son and other children. The previous school, The Stein School, had closed. Ms. Piercy rebuilt a new school with a new campus.
Soundview School sits on a 3+ acre campus in Lynnwood. It is located just north of Edmonds Community College. Soundview serves children from preschool through 8th grade. Today, Chris Watson is the Head of School.
Let’s take a quick look at the school’s history. In 1997, the lower school campus was developed. In 1998, the Performing Arts Center was built. It became the school’s centerpiece for art and music. In 2002, Soundview School became a nonprofit independent school. This encouraged community support. In 2007, Soundview School adopted the International Baccalaureate curriculum. It is a world-recognized standard in education. By 2009, the Middle School was authorized as an International Baccalaureate World School.
Soundview School is an International Baccalaureate World School. The IB framework guides how they teach. It doesn’t dictate what to teach. Soundview’s program evolves based on educational research.
Soundview School has about 159 students. The average class size is 18 students. Soundview aims to build a solid foundation for success. Every child is a leader. The school encourages curiosity, risk-taking, and reflection.
Graduates from Soundview have attended many high schools. These include Edmonds Woodway and Eastside Preparatory School. They also attend University Prep and Lakeside. After high school, students study various fields. Some study architecture, music, or engineering.
Soundview School embraces sustainability. They compost food with worms. They use Google Docs to reduce paper use. The school also partners with Full Circle Farms for healthy lunches. The 4th and 5th graders visit IslandWood. The 6th, 7th, and 8th graders attend the North Cascades Mountain School.
Soundview School is known for its special programs. It ranks among the top schools in Washington. It is an NWAIS Subscriber School. Soundview School is approved by the Washington State Board of Education. The school values international mindedness and social justice. They emphasize environmental sustainability. Design thinking and multi-age learning are key. Soundview nurtures intellectually driven students. They aim to create compassionate and ethical leaders. The school fosters a love for knowledge. It builds strong connections within the community.