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North Wall Schools
North Wall Schools

Nurturing Excellence Since 1981

  • About Us
    • About Us
    • Accreditation
    • Administration
    • Annual Report from Jan (2018/2019)
    • Campus
    • Employment
    • Families & Community
    • Gifted Program
    • Program Evaluation
    • Philosophy
  • Admissions
  • Elementary School
    • Enrichment Classes
    • Elementary Curriculum & Assessment
    • Kin – 2nd Grade
    • 2nd – 6th Grade
    • Transitional Kindergarten – First Grade
  • Early Childhood
    • Enrichment Classes
    • Early Childhood Curriculum & Assessment
    • Infants
    • Pre-Toddlers
    • Toddlers
    • AM Preschool / Pre-K
    • Preschool
    • Pre-Kindergarten
  • Current Families
    • Calendar
    • E-Newsletter
    • Snack Menu
    • Birthday Calendar
    • Current Events

Administration

Jan Swanson – Executive Director
 MA Gifted & Talented Ed
Wayne Swanson – Business Manager

Leslie Watkins – Head of School 
MA Gifted Education
LeslieWatkins@NorthWallSchools.com
Christine Ruby – Director of Operations
BA Elementary Education
office@NorthWallSchools.com

Parent Quotes

"The Lord has richly blessed your work, and we are just thrilled to be a part of it.  It is truly a blessing to know that our child is in such good hands and is part of such an incredible vision."

- Jaime Rice, Washington State University Academic Coordinator
2019-08-06T13:50:24-08:00
"The Lord has richly blessed your work, and we are just thrilled to be a part of it.  It is truly a blessing to know that our child is in such good hands and is part of such an incredible vision." - Jaime Rice, Washington State University Academic Coordinator
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/602/

"You have built a beautiful school and touched hundreds of lives.  We are happy to be a part of your dream."

- Lori Fritz, IT consultant
2019-08-06T13:53:20-08:00
"You have built a beautiful school and touched hundreds of lives.  We are happy to be a part of your dream." - Lori Fritz, IT consultant
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/603/

"North Wall's curriculum is holistic, innovative, engaging, and student-centered."

- Mike Poutiatine, PhD Educational Leadership, Gonzaga University
2019-08-06T13:54:50-08:00
"North Wall's curriculum is holistic, innovative, engaging, and student-centered." - Mike Poutiatine, PhD Educational Leadership, Gonzaga University
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/604/

"The teachers are extremely patient and offer many amazing learning activities and much exploration.  We also value the diversity of the teaching staff who share their culture with us."

- the Salinas family, 7 Eleven owners
2019-08-07T11:43:20-08:00
"The teachers are extremely patient and offer many amazing learning activities and much exploration.  We also value the diversity of the teaching staff who share their culture with us." - the Salinas family, 7 Eleven owners
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/605/

"From day one, our child has learned that school is a place where he is loved, respected, and challenged.  The individualized curriculum provides a well-rounded education, as well as a positive sense of self.  We are truly blessed to be a part of the North Wall family!"

- Nicole Greer, MA Teaching, Whitworth University, teacher
2019-08-07T11:51:15-08:00
"From day one, our child has learned that school is a place where he is loved, respected, and challenged.  The individualized curriculum provides a well-rounded education, as well as a positive sense of self.  We are truly blessed to be a part of the North Wall family!" - Nicole Greer, MA Teaching, Whitworth University, teacher
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/607/

"We give you all the credit for the amazing early childhood education our children received.  Thanks!"

- Candace Dahlstrom, former Program Director, KXLY News
2019-08-07T11:52:44-08:00
"We give you all the credit for the amazing early childhood education our children received.  Thanks!" - Candace Dahlstrom, former Program Director, KXLY News
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/608/

"We thank you for the learning foundations, curriculum, creativity, positive parenting classes, and especially the loving and dedicated staff who all make such a huge difference in setting the stage for our successful young adults."

- Candace Dahlstrom, former Program Director, KXLY News
2019-08-07T11:54:48-08:00
"We thank you for the learning foundations, curriculum, creativity, positive parenting classes, and especially the loving and dedicated staff who all make such a huge difference in setting the stage for our successful young adults." - Candace Dahlstrom, former Program Director, KXLY News
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/609/

"The teacher has been one of the best teachers that has worked with either of our children.  She always has a smile and a hug for the children.  She is amazingly patient but manages her classroom in a loving and yet extremely efficient manner.  She has brought the love of learning to our child."

- Rob Parker, physical therapist
2019-08-07T11:59:47-08:00
"The teacher has been one of the best teachers that has worked with either of our children.  She always has a smile and a hug for the children.  She is amazingly patient but manages her classroom in a loving and yet extremely efficient manner.  She has brought the love of learning to our child." - Rob Parker, physical therapist
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/610/

"North Wall does an outstanding job combining academic excellence, knowledge of developmental stages, and positive discipline in a school with several levels."

- Dr. Mary Dietzen, Psychology Associates
2019-08-07T13:36:30-08:00
"North Wall does an outstanding job combining academic excellence, knowledge of developmental stages, and positive discipline in a school with several levels." - Dr. Mary Dietzen, Psychology Associates
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/611/

"We are very willing to pay a few more dollars for the peace of mind knowing that our child is in a school which provides the very best education and care this city has to offer!"

-Jennifer Morasch, Attorney and Real Estate Agent
2019-08-07T13:40:14-08:00
"We are very willing to pay a few more dollars for the peace of mind knowing that our child is in a school which provides the very best education and care this city has to offer!" -Jennifer Morasch, Attorney and Real Estate Agent
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/612/

"North Wall has shared a beautiful vision with the community of Spokane for many years.  May its vision continue for many more!"

- Heather Campbell, kindergarten teacher
2019-08-07T13:46:48-08:00
"North Wall has shared a beautiful vision with the community of Spokane for many years.  May its vision continue for many more!" - Heather Campbell, kindergarten teacher
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/613/

"We believe in North Wall, the philosophy, spiritual influence, the love and kindness so obviously demonstrated by the administration and the staff."

- Jennifer Morasch, Attorney and Real Estate Agent
2019-08-07T13:48:29-08:00
"We believe in North Wall, the philosophy, spiritual influence, the love and kindness so obviously demonstrated by the administration and the staff." - Jennifer Morasch, Attorney and Real Estate Agent
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/614/

"The teacher is the greatest!  Her students are learning things I don't think I learned until junior high (if ever)!  She teaches with such kindness and enthusiasm which helps the children WANT to learn."

- Lisa Ruggles, Manager and Owner of Swinging Doors restaurant
2019-08-07T13:50:58-08:00
"The teacher is the greatest!  Her students are learning things I don't think I learned until junior high (if ever)!  She teaches with such kindness and enthusiasm which helps the children WANT to learn." - Lisa Ruggles, Manager and Owner of Swinging Doors restaurant
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/615/

"We will miss seeing his teachers and friends at North Wall.  He loved the swimming lessons, the field trips, and the chance to play and learn with other children on your wonderful campus!  You are a gift to the children in this community!"

- Michelle Gifford, RN
2019-08-07T13:53:25-08:00
"We will miss seeing his teachers and friends at North Wall.  He loved the swimming lessons, the field trips, and the chance to play and learn with other children on your wonderful campus!  You are a gift to the children in this community!" - Michelle Gifford, RN
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/616/

"This school is FANTASTIC!  Thank you so much for putting your heart and soul into developing this amazing environment for our children.  This school truly has been a gift in our lives!  We really look forward to our son being back here in the fall for second grade!"

- Kristin Thompson, veterinary assistant
2019-08-07T13:55:48-08:00
"This school is FANTASTIC!  Thank you so much for putting your heart and soul into developing this amazing environment for our children.  This school truly has been a gift in our lives!  We really look forward to our son being back here in the fall for second grade!" - Kristin Thompson, veterinary assistant
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/617/

"Our children have so many academic things but also learned to be kind and loving to their classmates due to the structure of your wonderful school. I know that my husband and I are also better parents, also learning from you and your school."

- Susan Marshall, CPA
2019-08-07T14:10:24-08:00
"Our children have so many academic things but also learned to be kind and loving to their classmates due to the structure of your wonderful school. I know that my husband and I are also better parents, also learning from you and your school." - Susan Marshall, CPA
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/620/

"You have touched countless lives and changed the face of education in Spokane forever."

- Grace Leaf, author
2019-08-07T14:13:29-08:00
"You have touched countless lives and changed the face of education in Spokane forever." - Grace Leaf, author
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/621/

"North Wall Schools and your passion provided our daughter with the foundation for her current academic access in high school."

- Sandy & Mark Gardner, VP Test Equipment Sales of EDMO Industries
2019-08-07T14:14:37-08:00
"North Wall Schools and your passion provided our daughter with the foundation for her current academic access in high school." - Sandy & Mark Gardner, VP Test Equipment Sales of EDMO Industries
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/622/

"Thank you for teaching our children the joy of learning."

- Deyla & Brandon Tanner, Senior Management at Rentsys Recovery Services
2019-08-07T14:15:47-08:00
"Thank you for teaching our children the joy of learning." - Deyla & Brandon Tanner, Senior Management at Rentsys Recovery Services
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/623/

"You've made such a difference and had such an impact on so many families."

- Cathy & John Akins, Owner John Akins Masonry
2019-08-07T14:17:40-08:00
"You've made such a difference and had such an impact on so many families." - Cathy & John Akins, Owner John Akins Masonry
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/624/

"We feel so fortunate and thankful to have been part of the North Wall family. Our children received a terrific start on their education and made wonderful friendships too."

- Roschell & Ty Cobb, CSSR Fluid Power & Applied Industrial Technologies
2019-08-07T14:18:31-08:00
"We feel so fortunate and thankful to have been part of the North Wall family. Our children received a terrific start on their education and made wonderful friendships too." - Roschell & Ty Cobb, CSSR Fluid Power & Applied Industrial Technologies
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/625/

"Our boys still talk fondly of their North Wall days. They have so many happy memories from there! You created a loving and positive environment. Marty & I felt like we grew as parents with the positive discipline classes, and we so appreciate how you worked with us on our son's severe peanut allergies. NWS was a blessing to our family and know it was to many others as well."

- Marty & Lori Fritz
2019-08-07T14:19:29-08:00
"Our boys still talk fondly of their North Wall days. They have so many happy memories from there! You created a loving and positive environment. Marty & I felt like we grew as parents with the positive discipline classes, and we so appreciate how you worked with us on our son's severe peanut allergies. NWS was a blessing to our family and know it was to many others as well." - Marty & Lori Fritz
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/626/

"We thank you so much for the loving, nurturing, educational environment your school has provided our daughter for the past three years."

– Jennifer Wagner, Travelers Underwriter
2019-07-17T08:48:42-08:00
"We thank you so much for the loving, nurturing, educational environment your school has provided our daughter for the past three years." – Jennifer Wagner, Travelers Underwriter
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/459/

"From the start your school has set the standard for quality early childhood education as exempified by North Wall becoming the first NAEYC accredited program in our area!"

- Ruth McPherson, ECE Instructor SFCC
2019-07-17T08:50:40-08:00
"From the start your school has set the standard for quality early childhood education as exempified by North Wall becoming the first NAEYC accredited program in our area!" - Ruth McPherson, ECE Instructor SFCC
http://northwallschools.com/testimonials/462/
9408 North Wall • Spokane, WA 99218
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