Welcome to Rainier Foothills Academy

REIMAGINING & REDISCOVERING EDUCATION

Why Choose Rainier Foothills Academy

Our school provides children ages 5-11 with an exceptional progressive approach to their academic success. At Rainier Foothills Academy we believe in creating an environment in which students are encouraged to try their best to be their best. Students in our program thrive in small class sizes where they receive enhanced learning opportunities, more feedback to reach their individual potential and where students can share their ideas and have the courage to take new risks.
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Courage is what drives us to take risks and accept challenges

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Creativity allows us to learn in the way in which we learn best

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Curiosity sparks the drive to learn something new.

A Word

From Our Founder

“Welcome! Rainier Foothills Academy is a grass roots private school among the beautiful Cascade foothills in Enumclaw, WA. Our program started during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 with a group of families seeking an alternative school program. As our program continues to grow, new students and returning will be encouraged to be brave, try their best to be their best and never shy away from a challenge.

I am a Washington state certified teacher with over 15 years of experience in classroom teaching. As an educator I love interacting with students, learning from them and most of all sharing the connections between what they are learning and their lives. You can catch me out of the classroom enjoying time with my husband, our dogs Hershey and Kylo and running through the Enumclaw community.”

– Abby Loux

Our Environment

Nestled in the small community of Enumclaw, WA Rainier Foothills Academy is a small private school started in 2020. Rainier Foothills Academy is currently serving students 5-11 in the south King/Pierce County area. Our program utilizes the multi age level classes. Our teachers tailor instruction for each individual student, rather than setting the instruction pace for a whole group. In our program students are encouraged to collaborate and become more independent. At our school learners become a ”family of learners” who support and care for each other.

Location: Enumclaw WA 98022

Telephone: (862) 354-0486

Email: info@rainierfoothillsacademy.com

School Hours: M-F: 8am – 3pm

Learn By Doing

Through my personal journey as an educator, I have found that using a variety of curriculums and creative materials there is no limit on what a young mind can learn. This is one of my favorite quotes, “Tell me, I will forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me I will learn”. Students are most engaged and participate in their own learning when they are excited and encouraged to do so.  My philosophy of education has many parts, but the most important component is that I do not place my students in a “lockstep” system. Students should be masters at each skill taught, if they exhibit mastery skills before the skill is taught, they will receive enrichment activities (this eliminates any boredom or undesirable behaviors). This is done through constant pre assessments and post assessments of each student for every given task. If a student is not mastering the skill it will be retaught until the concept/skill is mastered.

Education Redefined

Our Mission & Core Values

Rainier Foothills Academy is an energetic, motivated and enthusiastic community of children, parents and teachers working together to create a learning environment that fosters competent and compassionate life long learners. 

Community Learning

A student is both a teacher and a learner. Children must learn empathy and compassion and must develop problem solving skills in order to positively contribute to their learning community. At our school we create and maintain a series of traditions and celebrations that support a sense of togetherness and allow every member of the community to contribute. 

The Whole Child

Every child is unique and special. Each student is encouraged to learn about themselves as physical, social-emotional, and intellectual beings. Our learning community will support them as they recognize their strengths and challenges so that they can grow into confident and productive members of our community. 

Student Voice & Choice

At Rainier Foothills Academy, we recognize children are naturally curious. We encourage students to be active participants in every step of the learning process. Teachers will adapt & develop new curriculum to incorporate the interests of students. 

Problem Solve

We provide opportunities for children to solve problems collaboratively, applying a broad range of strategies and skills in real-world contexts. We give students many chances to share and celebrate their work with the community. Through these practices children develop confidence in and deep understanding of the subjects they study.

Curiosity, Creativity & Critical Thinking

Rainier Foothills Academy is a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment where students are encouraged to think outside the box. Students are often asked to take risks, accept challenges, learn from mistakes, demonstrate resilience and celebrate success. As a result, children explore things they are curious about, express themselves creatively and develop critical thinking skills.  

Academic Challenge

Teachers at Rainier Foothills Academy are aware of each child’s readiness, interest and learning styles through ongoing, authentic assessments. This informs the learning materials we provide and the ways we support their growth. 

Collaborative Work

At Rainier Foothills Academy, we have designed a multi age and cooperative learning environment that allows children to learn with and from one another. Children learn to give and share meaningful feedback to one another and incorporate the perspectives of others into their thinking. 

Diversity, Inclusion

We believe multiple perspectives grow our brains, deeping our experience of a situation, or our understanding of its solution. We want everyone who steps through our doors to have a sense of belonging and significance. Our school is a safe place to be your most authentic self.

We Are Inclusive

At Rainier Foothills Academy, we strive to create an environment in which each student, family and staff member voices are heard. We acknowledge and celebrate difference, uniqueness, and perspectives.

We Are Intentional

As adults, we lead through example,
listen with open hearts, reflect and grow.

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Get In Touch

Location: Enumclaw WA 98022

Telephone: (862) 354-0486

Email: info@rainierfoothillsacademy.com

School Hours: M-F: 8am - 3pm