Bellingham public schools are focused on student learning. Their goal is for each student to meet the highest standards and learn to his or her greatest potential. The expectation is for students to acquire the knowledge, skills, and qualities necessary to become leaders of tomorrow. Faculty and staff are well-qualified, dedicated professionals, and the parents and community memebers are important partners.

Approximately 10,300 students are enrolled in the Bellingham School District. There are thirteen elementary schools serving students grades K-5; four middle schools serving students grades 6-8; and three high schools serving students in grades 9-12. In addition, a small alternative high school is available. A preschool and a post-high school program for students with disabilities are also offered.

Elementary Schools: Adlerwood, Birchwood, Carl Cozier, Columbia, Geneva, Happy Valley, Larrabee, Lowell, Northern Heights, Parkview, Roosvelt, Silver Beach and Sunnyland.

Middle Schools: Fairhaven, Kulshan, Shuksan and Whatcom.

High Schools: Bellingham, Sehome, Squalicam and Options.

Kindercare Learning Centers 2320 Yew Street Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: 360-671-2457	Bright Beginnings 1933 Main Street Ferndale, WA 360-380-7311
Semiahmoo Kids Kamp Inc 9261 Semiahmoo Parkway Blaine, WA 360-371-7285	Bosman Gin 401 9th Street Lynden, WA 360-354-4549
North Cascade Early Learning Center 6183 Siper Road Everson, WA 360-966-1180	Nooksack Child Care Center 5018 Alder Street Deming, WA 360-592-5523
Circle of Love Daycare 1505 11th Street Sedro Woolley, WA 360-855-0424	Wee Care Early Learning Center 208 N Skagit Street Burlington, WA 360-755-0264