Founded in 1884, Annie Wright School is an independent, college preparatory school for boys and girls in grades preschool through eight, and an all-girls international day and boarding school in grades nine through 12. The school emphasizes global education through small class sizes, rigorous academics, service learning, science, technology, foreign language, fine arts, athletics, and a rich variety of extracurricular activities and events – including an extensive summer day camp program and International Summer Institute program. Annie Wright is the only independent international boarding school in the Pacific Northwest. Unique offerings also include English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, individualized college guidance and counseling, a laptop program for students in grades six through 12, and an early childhood program serving students as young as age three.

Situated in the Old Town district of north Tacoma, Washington, Annie Wright School is a beautiful historical site, approximately 45 minutes from Seattle. The brick Tudor-style building has an adjoining chapel and state-of-the-art theatre providing ideal venues for private and public events including wedding ceremonies, receptions and performances.

Annie Wright School is a member of the following organizations: Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools (PNAIS), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), National Coalition of Girls’ Schools (NCGS), and National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES). AWS is currently enrolling new students. For more information, please visit www.aw.org or contact the Admissions Office at (253) 284-8600.

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