Apply to Choice Schools and Language Programs
Our Choice Schools and Language Programs offer unique learning environments to students.
Depending on the school or program, initial entry begins in kindergarten or sixth grade and placement is through a lottery process. Most of our programs accept both resident and nonresident students and all interested students must apply.
(Jing Mei Elementary and International School are only open to resident students and the children of eligible Bellevue School District employees.)
If you are interested in the general classroom you may apply to the following attendance area schools using the applicable link below:
- Elementary: Ardmore, Bennett, Cherry Crest, Clyde Hill, Enatai, Lake Hills, Medina, Newport Heights, Phantom Lake, Sherwood Forest, Somerset, Spiritridge, Stevenson, Woodridge
- Middle: Chinook, Highland, Odle, Tillicum, Tyee
- High: Bellevue, Interlake Newport Sammamish
Resident students: Open Transfer
Nonresident applicants: Transfer into the Bellevue School District
Choice School and Language Program Applications
Choose the choice school or language program you are interested in below for additional information.
- If applications are being accepted at this time, there will be a link to the application.
- If the application is closed, there will be information about when it will reopen.
If you have questions, please email studentplacement@bsd405.org.
The Choice Schools and Language Programs incoming 6th and kindergarten application period is now closed.
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Waitlist applications for all applicable grades will open January 22, 2026.
Bilingual Language Programs
Two-Way Designated Dual Language Immersion Programs
- Mandarin Dual Language - Jing Mei Elementary, Tillicum Middle, Newport High
- Spanish Dual Language - Lake Hills Elementary, Sherwood Forest Elementary, Stevenson Elementary, Highland Middle, Sammamish High
- Japanese Dual Language Program - Bennett Elementary
International School serves students in grades 6-12 who attend classes in a block schedule that encompasses seven subjects throughout their seven years at the school. Students complete an extensive capstone Senior Project, which involves deep learning in an area of student choice, internships, community service, and assessment by an expert panel. Student study French and Fine Arts (band, orchestra or chorus and visual arts) as their electives for all seven years.