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Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
Admissions
Learn more about Windward’s admissions process, find answers to commonly asked questions about the school, register for an Open House, and submit an application online.
Academics
Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
Student Life
Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
Athletics
Windward Athletics creates opportunities for scholar-athletes to learn and compete at the highest level while focusing on personal growth, commitment to teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Community
Partnerships are at the heart of Windward School, whether among alumni members of the Windward Network, active volunteers of the Parent Guild, or civic organizations in our neighborhood of Mar Vista.
Giving
Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

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Windward School

About
Windward School strives to innovate and offer students educational opportunities that are unique, engaging, and relevant to life in the 21st century. Our students explore their multiple interests in a dynamic academic environment while growing within a nurturing community.
Admissions
Learn more about Windward’s admissions process, find answers to commonly asked questions about the school, register for an Open House, and submit an application online.
Academics
Fundamental to the Windward School philosophy is the belief that secondary education must engage more than the mind alone. Windward’s comprehensive and rigorous course of study is complemented by opportunities to participate in a wide range of extra-curricular experiences that foster further growth and development.
Student Life
Windward was founded as a school in which innovation would, by design, always be front and center. The pursuit and implementation of new ideas has been a hallmark of the school for more than four decades, resulting in a relentless search for new and better ideas that have made Windward into a leading independent school and a model for academic progress.
Athletics
Windward Athletics creates opportunities for scholar-athletes to learn and compete at the highest level while focusing on personal growth, commitment to teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence.
Community
Partnerships are at the heart of Windward School, whether among alumni members of the Windward Network, active volunteers of the Parent Guild, or civic organizations in our neighborhood of Mar Vista.
Giving
Since its founding more than four decades ago, Windward has continued to develop and prosper thanks to those community members, volunteers, foundations, and other friends who have given generously to ensure the continuous advancement of the school.

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Middle School Athletics Ends Strong Fall Season

Middle School Athletics Ends Strong Fall Season

Nov 10 2019

Our Middle School scholar-athletes excelled in multiple sports as their strong Fall season comes to a close.

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Windward Debate Nationally Ranked Following Claremont Invitational

Windward Debate Nationally Ranked Following Claremont Invitational

Oct 17 2019

Windward Debate continued their way with words at the Claremont Invitational.

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8th Grade Students Find Their LA Roots

8th Grade Students Find Their LA Roots

Oct 10 2019

Guest speakers and a museum visit help Windward 8th Graders to find their LA roots.

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Windward Debate Starts Season with Strong Showing

Windward Debate Starts Season with Strong Showing

Oct 8 2019

Windward Debate kicked off its season at the Western Bay Forensics League Tournament.

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Middle School Service Learning Packs for PATH

Middle School Service Learning Packs for PATH

Sep 27 2019

Students and parents came together for the first Middle School Service Learning event of the year.

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Omnicats Take First In VEX Robotics Scrimmage

Omnicats Take First In VEX Robotics Scrimmage

Sep 24 2019

The Omnicats are prepared for league play following a strong showing at the High Desert League VEX Scrimmage.

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Middle School Students Take Path To Service

Sep 5 2019

Our expanded Middle School Service Learning Program kicks off with its first event September 19.

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Windward Senior Takes Top Dance Prize

Aug 21 2019

Windward would like to congratulate Leila Williams ‘20, who recently took the top prize at the New Century Dance Project choreographic showcase in Salt Lake City, Utah!

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Academic Spotlight: The U.S. in the World

Aug 13 2019

In 2018-19, Windward History Teachers JP deGuzman and Dahlia Setiyawan introduced a new pilot class to the curriculum titled The U.S. in the World. To highlight this example of Windward's ever-expanding curriculum and advanced pedagogy, we sat down with JP and Dahlia to get their thoughts on the program's first year.

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Summer Camps Break Attendance Record

Aug 13 2019

Windward Summer Camps enjoyed their best year yet with offerings in art, academics, and athletics.

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Windward Goes Global

Jul 30 2019

Our 2019-20 Global Program took students to Vietnam for a trip filled with history, culture, and service.

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