Seattle, WA
Giddens School
neighborhood: Madrona/Leschi/Central District · Telephone: (206) 324-4847 · Website: www.giddensschool.org
Contact Info
Giddens School
620 20th Avenue S
Seattle, WA
98144
www.giddensschool.org
Tel:
(206) 324-4847
Director:
Christy Haven
admissions@giddensschool.org
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General Approach to Learning
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Play-based with some structure |
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School Philosophy and Mission
A new name! Happy Medium School has changed its name to Giddens School, now named after the school's founder Huda Giddens.
Housed in a historic brick schoolhouse in Seattle's Central District, Gidd...
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Key Statistics
| Extended day | Yes |
| School year | 09/2008 - 06/2009 |
| Summer Program | 06/2008 - 08/2008 |
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Application Information
| Applications accepted | After a face-to-face meeting at the school, please contact the director of admissions for an explanation of the admissions process. |
| Acceptance criteria: | Selective |
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