Northwest School, founded in 1978, is an independent institution that operates a middle and a high school. Northwest School is accredited by the National Association of Independent Schools and the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools. It offers educational programs in various subjects that include humanities, math, science, international languages, arts, physical education and computer application. It offers games and sports, such as football, soccer, volleyball, rock climbing, swimming, basketball and track. The school offers a full range of outdoor programs, including day ski trip, cycling trip, river rafting, sea kayaking and camping. Northwest School also offers international, environmental and learning need programs. The school is located in Seattle.