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Students in Grades 9 - 12 experience the International Baccalaureate framework at one of the leading private high schools in Redmond. They engage in the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), building strong academic foundations. In Grades 11 and 12, they progress into the IB Diploma Programme (DP), where internationally recognized coursework deepens subject knowledge, broadens perspective, and prepares them for university and beyond. With a 1:9 student-teacher ratio and small class sizes, each student is encouraged to grow with confidence.
In depth IB curriculum
Progress through the IB MYP in Grades 9-10 and the IB Diploma Programme in Grades 11-12, developing the academic rigor and international mindset to thrive at university and beyond.
Exceptional college outcomes
Achieve strong university outcomes through a personalized pathway to leading institutions. Benefit from expert guidance and a college-preparatory program that supports an average SAT score of 1530.
Personalized college prep
Pursue your university ambitions with guidance from our dedicated counseling team. Benefit from a 40:1 student-to-counselor ratio that provides individualized advising and strategic support.
Life skills
Develop social, emotional and physical skills through the ISP Life Competencies Framework, enriched by the IB Learner Profile and Approaches to Learning (ATLs).
Language learning
Advance multilingual fluency through immersive Spanish, real-world cultural experiences, and a diverse global community shaped by 40+ languages.
Top-notch campus
Thrive in a state-of-the-art campus with technology-rich classrooms, advanced labs, and makerspaces, enhanced by professional arts spaces and outstanding athletic facilities.
Vibrant student life
Nurture talents and passions with academic, cultural, and interest-driven clubs, abundant on-campus activities, and rich extracurricular opportunities.
International experiences
Develop new skills and connect with students worldwide through ISP’s International Learning Opportunities for Students (ILOS).
Tech-enhanced learning
Cultivate digital confidence in a purposeful Microsoft School environment, where technology supports collaboration, creativity, and independent learning through a secure Microsoft 365 ecosystem.
Student support
Strengthen self-advocacy and academic resilience through our Student Support Program, with personalized check-ins, executive functioning support, and targeted strategies for success.
Performing & visual arts
Refine your artistic path through advanced visual and performing arts, from acting and technical theatre to drawing, painting, and productions.
Friendly admissions process
Our admissions process is clear and responsive, ensuring a smooth transition as we warmly welcome your family into our vibrant community.
Learners achieve strong SAT results and earn admission to leading universities, reflecting the depth and breadth of their IB experience.
1530
avg. SAT for WPS students
100%
receive personalized, comprehensive support
40:1
student-to-counselor ratio
Students in Grades 9 and 10 engage in the IB MYP through a full seven-period schedule that combines core subjects with electives. In Grades 11 and 12, they enter the Diploma Programme years, choosing either the full IB Diploma Programme or the Course Program, with all IBDP courses offered at both Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL). While Washington State requires 24 credits for graduation, Willows Prep students typically complete 29 through a broad, internationally recognized IB education in Redmond.
In Grades 9 and 10, students experience a balanced and inquiry-driven curriculum that develops strong academic foundations while encouraging curiosity and connection across disciplines. Alongside core subjects, a range of electives allows students to explore creative and physical pursuits.
Core Subjects
Electives
In Grades 11 and 12, Willows Preparatory School students may choose the Course Program as an alternative to the full IBDP. This pathway includes 29 high school credits and offers additional flexibility around Global Language requirements and student choice courses.
Diploma Programme exams are optional for Course Program students, allowing for a more personalized route through the final two years. This program leads to a high school diploma that is well-recognized by colleges and universities, supporting students as they prepare for the next step in their academic journey.
In Grades 11 and 12, students pursue the IBDP through six subject areas and three core elements.
DP Core
Subject Groups
Every day at WPS is shaped by purposeful learning experiences that help students grow in confidence. While schedules may vary across the week, each day follows a balanced rhythm of academic study, electives, and opportunities for personal growth.
Start of the day
A purposeful start to the day helps students settle in, connect with their teachers and peers, and prepare for focused learning ahead.
Academic foundations
Students move through a broad range of core subjects across the day, building knowledge, confidence, and strong habits of inquiry across disciplines.
Areas of interest
Alongside their academic program, students take part in electives and specialized courses that allow them to explore interests, develop talents, and shape a more personalized learning journey.
Lunch & connection
A shared break during the day gives students time to pause, recharge, and reconnect with friends before afternoon classes begin.
Reflection and progression
Across the week, students also benefit from moments of guidance and reflection that support wellbeing, organization, and readiness for what comes next.
End of the day
The day ends with a familiar routine as students complete their final classes and transition smoothly to home, activities, and independent study.
Life beyond academics
The school day continues beyond academics with a diverse offering of clubs, sports, and co-curricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests.
At Willows Prep, students get ready to succeed in their chosen pathway empowered by a stimulating environment, rich in opportunities for growth and leadership.
Academic achievement
Life competencies
Multilingualism
Develop advanced fluency in Spanish, progressing through an immersive language pathway.
International opportunities
Try global skill-building programs and activities that develop critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership.
Life & career pathways
Benefit from personalized guidance for university and career choices, supporting your chosen path.
In High School, formative and summative assessments work together to give teachers, families, and students a clear and meaningful understanding of their progress.
In Grade 10, learners complete the MYP Personal Project - a culminating experience that invites them to explore a topic of personal interest through independent research.
Students in our private High School in Redmond build confidence and readiness for university through external benchmarks. Those in Grades 9 - 10 take the NWEA MAP Growth assessment annually, while those in Grades 9 - 11 engage with PSAT and SAT testing, gaining opportunities for recognition such as the National Merit Scholarship Program. Our students may take Advanced Placement (AP) courses, while students in Grades 11 and 12 may sit for the IB Diploma Programme (DP) examinations, with opportunities to earn college credit depending on results.
At one of Redmond's best international schools, learners develop the habits, mindset, and skills needed to thrive in rigorous academic settings and beyond. In Grades 9 and 10, the MYP encourages students to become active, internationally minded learners who take intellectual risks, make real-world connections, and grow in confidence as independent thinkers.
As they move into Grades 11 and 12, the Diploma Programme further develops their ability to think critically, manage complexity, and communicate with clarity across disciplines.
Supported by small class sizes, personalized guidance, and a strong culture of inquiry, students continue to build essential executive functioning and self-management skills.
In Grades 9 and 10, Spanish instruction becomes increasingly immersive as students build the confidence to communicate almost entirely in the target language. As part of Willows Prep’s progressive language sequence, students engage with more complex themes such as travel, technology, the environment, and literature while strengthening grammar, interpretation, and authentic communication skills.
By Grades 11 and 12, students are prepared for the rigor of the IB Diploma Programme, where they analyze authentic texts, explore cultural perspectives, and develop the sophistication to express nuanced ideas with clarity, confidence, and independence.
Students at our private High School in Redmond broaden their horizons through meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. In Grades 9 - 12, they take part in off-campus learning opportunities designed to deepen independence and strengthen personal growth. A shared retreat experience builds community and resilience at the start of the year, while international travel to a Spanish-speaking country offers a culminating opportunity for students to deepen their language skills and cultural understanding.
Past destinations have included Costa Rica, Greece, and Spain, where students engaged with local customs, history, and daily life.
Each year, International Learning Opportunities for Students (ILOS) inspire learners to pursue their interests, whether in science, art, chess, or social activism, while building the skills and cultural awareness needed to thrive in an interconnected world.
Students at our private High School in Redmond develop their future pathways through a highly personalized college counseling journey shaped by aacademic planning and purposeful exploration. Beginning in Grade 9, students and families work closely with counselors to build a four-year roadmap that aligns coursework, testing, extracurricular involvement, and long-term goals.
As students progress through the IB framework in Grades 9 and 10 and into the Diploma Programme years in Grades 11 and 12, they deepen their self-awareness, refine their interests, and gain the confidence to make thoughtful decisions about their next steps.
Through individualized guidance, college visits and fairs, testing support, and ongoing family partnership, students learn to connect their academic experience with future aspirations in the U.S. and around the world.
IB Diploma Programme (IBDP)
The IB Diploma Programme (IBDP) supports students in becoming knowledgeable, reflective, and internationally minded young adults. Designed for the final two years of school, the programme offers a rigorous and balanced academic experience that encourages students to think independently, explore ideas in depth, and connect their learning across subjects. Through IBDP's core elements and challenging curriculum, students strengthen essential skills in research, critical thinking, communication, and self-management.
MYP Personal Project
The Personal Project is the culminating experience of the MYP, completed over the course of a year. Students explore a topic that genuinely matters to them, then design and create a final product. This experience gives students the opportunity to draw on the skills they have developed across the programme, especially self-management, research, and critical thinking, while demonstrating growing independence, initiative, and personal growth.
You will never feel left out here. The transition from middle to high school is almost seamless.
They push us to try new things so we can discover what we actually love and what we want to pursue. Being at Willow’s has helped me learn how to talk to people from different backgrounds and really understand perspectives beyond my own.
Ridhima
10th Grade student
The combination of the IB framework and small class sizes is something you don’t find very often, and it has been transformative for our children.
What I’ve loved most is watching my kids learn how to use their confidence well. The environment here has helped them know when to speak, when to listen, and how to collaborate.
Meredith Atkins
Parent
Students earn admission to leading universities worldwide through a personalized counseling approach that combines academic rigor, strategic planning, and global perspective.
United States
Canada
United Kingdom
Japan
We offer families an opportunity to apply early, with the first admissions round opening in mid-November. For High School applicants, the main deadline for Willows Preparatory School enrollment falls in late January, followed by an early-February completion timeline for remaining materials.
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Shape your future at Willows Preparatory School through the IB Middle Years Programme - explore your interests, grow with confidence, and take the next step in your learning journey.
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