International Friends School, opened in 2018, is an independent, non-profit school serving children Toddler - 3rd Grade in Bellevue WA. We grow one grade a year until 5th grade.

Our specialized bilingual program nurtures Mandarin-English 21st century learners.

As the first Quaker Friends School in Washington State, we intentionally integrate the testimonies of simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality and stewardship into the everyday experiences of our teachers and students.

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To educate students to embrace the challenges of today, so they may seize the opportunities of the future.

School News and Updates

  • This Trimester, the last of the year, our students will explore the difference between Equality + Equity.

  • As a Quaker school, one of our core beliefs is the pursuit of peace. It is with heavy hearts that we witness the ongoing conflict and loss of life in Israel and Palestine. This situation deeply affects many in our community who have close ties to the region.

    In times like these, we must hold fast to our values of compassion, understanding, and non-violence. We stand in solidarity with all those who are suffering and call for a peaceful resolution that respects the dignity and rights of all people.

    As a school rooted in the Quaker tradition, we reaffirm our commitment to fostering a culture of peace, both within our own community and in the wider world. We encourage open and respectful dialogue, seeking to understand different perspectives while remaining true to our principles.

    In the coming days and weeks, let us support one another with kindness and empathy. Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this tragic conflict. May we continue to hope and work for a future where peace prevails.

    In friendship,

    Dr. Sue Brooks

  • 1st-3rd Grade Students are preparing for their first stay away camp on the Olympic Park Peninsula. Our bold students will spend 2 nights away in June at Nature Bridge Camp. They will be immersed in outdoor adventure and indigenous story telling.

  • This month, we say goodbye to a beloved teacher as she begins her maternity leave. Thank you for an amazing 2 years. You have brought so many talents and skills to IFS.

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  • You don’t have to speak Mandarin to join our Summer Camp, but even a few short weeks of language exposure can change the way your children negotiates with the world.

    Children will some Mandarin exposure will be 100% immersed in the IFS Summer Camp program.

  • Our last FREE workshop for this school year will take place on May 3 and will focus on the Functions of Behavior. Why do Children behave the way they do? Led by Head of School Sue Brook, this 90 minute workshop will change the way you parent your children.

  • As a community now, our school will study one country from June until graduation in July. The year, the faculty have chosen Greece.

    We can’t wait to explore with our students Greek Art + History, Greek Gods, food and dance.

  • Our Koi Toddlers have the pleasure of making new friends with the oldest students at the school during their weekly buddy time.