Open Window School is designed for gifted kids who love to learn. From kindergarten through eighth grade, our students experience differentiated instruction and authentic learning experiences that foster self-confidence, problem solving, creative thinking and intellectual risk taking. Open Window School provides a challenging academic curriculum balanced with nurturing support from teachers to prepare students for long-term success. At the heart of our philosophy is the conviction that our students are “children first, gifted second”.

Head of School/Principal

Head of School Elaine Christensen

NWAIS status

Accredited member

Student Body

Coed

Admissions testing

Yes

Admissions URL

School highlights

Since its inception, Open Window has been dedicated to nurturing children’s social and emotional needs, intellectual curiosity, creativity and capacity for critical thinking along with advanced academic skills. At the heart of its philosophy is the conviction that its students are “children first, gifted second.”

Before/after school activities

Open Window School offers a before and after school care program for all students as well as a wide variety of enrichment classes and athletic teams in its Extended Day Enrichment Program.

Arts programs

In addition to core academic programs, students receive art, drama, music, physical education, technology and Spanish language instruction.