Seattle Independent Elementary School - Epiphany School

About
Our vibrant and inclusive learning community is filled with talented faculty and engaged parents. We work together to inspire and equip students with the knowledge, skills, and values needed to grow into confident and courageous learners and leaders.
Academics
At Epiphany School, students grow in foundational knowledge and social and emotional well-being. Our rich curriculum and dedicated faculty promote skill development, integrated experiential learning, and independent problem solving.
Admissions
Welcome to Epiphany School. There are many ways to explore and learn about the Epiphany School difference and our students' educational journey. Come to our Open House, tour our campus and classes, and peruse our website. Here you will find all the information you need to apply and visit.
Campus Life
At every grade level, student participation moves from the classroom to our larger community. Across campus, we practice leading, giving, and thinking beyond ourselves. From service learning to performances, students learn they can make a difference in the lives of others.
Support Epiphany
We are grateful to our involved and engaged parents, grandparents, alumni, parents of alumni, and faculty and staff. Your generous contributions of time, talents and treasure make an impact on our student and faculty experience, every day.

Located in Seattle's Madrona neighborhood, Epiphany School is an independent, non-parochial school serving Pre-K through Fifth Grade.

We inspire and challenge every child to be a learner.

confident
curious
courageous

Young Leaders with Character

We nurture and develop confident leaders who truly know themselves—in a community that values uniqueness.

Foundations for Student Success

Students grow in foundational knowledge, expand interests through experiential, integrated lessons, and assess their own achievements.

Welcoming, Engaged Families

Families are vital to our active community where adults and children work together to find joy, meaning, and purpose in learning.

Adults Who Love to Learn

Our faculty and staff are nourished and inspired by continued professional development and knowledge sharing.

A Legacy of Excellence

For more than sixty years, we have honored customs that promote pride and belonging across generations.

Community Voices

My daughter is a graduate of Epiphany School. My son is currently a student. Epiphany sets up such a strong foundation for lifelong learning. It is one of the best big parenting decisions we have made for our kiddos to date!” Alyson Branner parent

Epiphany's amazing faculty and staff truly know and care about each child and continuously strive to provide an exceptional, innovative teaching and learning experience. I can’t imagine a better start to a child’s educational journey.” Julie Okerstrom parent of alumni

We chose Epiphany School because we value the importance of social and emotional learning and wanted a diverse, empathetic, and inclusive school atmosphere. Epiphany School exceeded our expectations and our children are thriving.” Jeff Shiu parent

When we moved to Seattle, we looked for a school that would offer our kids academic excellence balanced with a healthy and happy learning environment. In Epiphany we found an incredible community that has supported not only our children but our entire family.” Ana Afanador Perez parent

Epiphany has been a place of warmth and structure for our sensitive and precocious daughter. She has thrived in so many ways, from social-emotional growth to being more comfortable speaking confidently in class.” Erin Callaghan parent

I can’t say enough wonderful things about this community. I trust the school leadership and teachers to provide a safe and caring learning environment for my kids. My children are thriving academically and they love school.” Tonia Goyal parent

“We loved our time at Epiphany School. The school sparked in our daughter the love of learning and exploring—and the willingness to stretch. Epiphany encouraged public expression, presentation, and performance in a way that was nurturing and inclusive. She and her classmates grew in so many ways.” — Rob Lilleness, Parent of Alumni '19

“Epiphany was responsible for teaching me how to learn. Epiphany teachers are the ones I remember, the ones who changed my life.”
— Ethan Rutherford '91

“My years at Epiphany School were some of the best years of my life. I have amazing memories of learning and growing in a community that was like family. My three siblings and I all thrived there.” — Dani Butler '15

“Epiphany taught me to take on challenges head-first. I learned that making mistakes was okay and if you get something wrong you actually learn from it. Now I feel more confident trying new things.” — Peter Straley '19