Windward FAQ

Every student at Windward can find his/her niche and his/her passion, whether it is through the traditional college preparatory courses offered, the various athletic opportunities, visual and performing arts events, or co-curricular activities. Students have a chance to get involved in the community and develop skills that help them to develop as strong, independent young adults. From debate to student leadership to robotics, there are so many ways for students to become active members of the community.

In the 2023-24 academic year, Windward received 705 applications for grades 7 - 11. We aim to admit 96 students to 7th grade, and 28 students to Upper School.

Families are invited to attend our Prospective Student Shadow Days and Prospective Parent Open House events. In addition to the Open House events, families will be offered a student-led tour the day of their interview. For families that are not local or cannot attend any of our Open House events, we encourage you to view our virtual Parent Open House program by clicking on this link.

Families may apply for financial aid by indicating their intent on the admissions application. A financial aid packet will be sent electronically, and all required forms must be returned to the business office by February 1, 2025. Financial aid at Windward is need-based; merit and athletic scholarships are not offered. Windward provides support for students beyond tuition and fees. Families who receive financial aid are also eligible to receive assistance with school activities, such as prom, foreign language exchanges, and for the purchase of textbooks. Financial aid decisions are made independently of admissions.

The Admissions Office will contact you to make an interview appointment and let you know if any forms have not been received.

There are many ways for students to become engaged members of the community. Students are encouraged to participate in sports, service learning, chamber orchestra, chorus, improvisation, dance, film club, speech and debate, robotics, and many other options. Each year, Windward students create new clubs depending on their interests.

Like many other schools, Windward School operates in a residential neighborhood, and as such, we are required by the City of LA to follow the guidelines set out by our Conditional Use Permit (CUP). The Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) annually verifies our compliance through a traffic study. Failure to comply can result in financial penalties, increased enforcement of busing mandates, and reduced enrollment numbers.

With this in mind, all 7th Graders are required to ride the bus to school unless an exception has been approved by our Director of Infrastructure and Risk Management, Lindsay Gonzales. 

For additional information about the Windward Bus Program, please visit our Transportation page here.

If you have questions, or need additional information, please contact Jennifer Dao at 424-289-1001.