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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.

Windward Music Groups Shine at Forum Music Festival

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Windward Music Groups Shine at Forum Music Festival

Molly Hudson

Apr 7 2025

Over Spring Break, two of Windward School’s premier music groups—The Windward Chromatics and The Windward Chamber Music Ensemble—traveled to compete at the renowned Forum Music Festival, and their performances struck all the right chords.

Both ensembles earned top honors at the festival, each receiving gold medals for their exceptional performances. These prestigious awards are reserved for the top ten percent of music groups in the country, marking Windward’s ensembles as among the finest in the nation.

In addition to the overall group success, the festival recognized standout individual and sectional performers. An Outstanding Musicianship Award was presented to Elliott Yun '27 for his exceptional cello performance with the Chamber Ensemble. The soprano section of the Chromatics—featuring Abby Ribakoff '25, Charlotte Cope '25, Maddie Oh '26, Olivia Stodel '26, and Camila Cardenas '27—also received Outstanding Musicianship recognition for their stunning vocal blend and artistry.

These accolades are a testament not only to the hard work and talent of Windward’s student musicians but also to the dedication of their music directors and the support of the school community. Congratulations to the Windward Chromatics and the Windward Chamber Music Ensemble for representing the School with excellence and artistry on the national stage!