Where you belong
KapKa Cooperative: Kindergarten - 5th Grade
A unique school model
At KapKa, kids learn by doing - driven by curiosity and supported by community. We are a vibrant independent elementary school in Seattle, where joyful learning and real-world skills go hand in hand.
Highlights:
Science-backed curriculum
Project-based learning
Social emotional learning
Device-free K-3rd, low-tech 4th-5th
Real recess: 1+ hrs every day
Play-based kindergarten
Environmental & outdoor education
Interdisciplinary arts programs
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“As a family with two working parents, we didn’t seek out a co-op, but we loved the community and educational philosophy at KapKa. We were thrilled to learn the time commitment was very doable with our schedules. Now my KapKa shifts are a highlight of my week.”
Focusing on three developmental areas through the grades
Explorers
Kindergarten & 1st Grade
Purposeful play and time outdoors, joyful connections to math and literacy. Your child learns deeply, by doing.
Navigators
2nd & 3rd Grades
Growth mindset, deepening skills, and a broader sense of their community. Your child learns through connections.
Trailblazers
4th & 5th Grades
Leadership, applying knowledge, and self-awareness. Your child will be ready for their next journey.
KapKa Cooperative Elementary
Seattle WA
K-5 - Private School
Visiting KapKa
Interested in enrollment for the ‘26-’27 school year?
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Interested in enrollment for ‘27-’28 or beyond?
Filling out the form will get you on our list to be updated with tour and admissions dates.
Save the date:
for our Open House, Dec 5th, 2026,10:30am-1pm.