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5401 Beethoven Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90066

(310) 574-8650
Introduction

Established in 1980, WNS is an independent school in the heart of Silicon Beach with a mission to create a community of lifelong learners that nurtures students from diverse backgrounds to reach their full potential and inspires them to contribute to the world with confidence, creativity, curiosity, conscience, and compassion. We believe in the importance of fostering resilience in our students and value perseverance, effort, and learning from our mistakes. Our goal is to instill in our students a love of learning, cultural sensitivity, and a deep understanding of our world both in and outside the classroom.

A Word From Admissions

At WNS, we believe that a school should be a community for both the student and the family. We seek families who support and embrace our philosophy, and students with a broad range of backgrounds, talents, and interests who will benefit from our program and contribute positively to the school community. The admission team looks forward to working with you and your family throughout the admission process.

Academic Atmosphere

Dynamic and engaging.

Best Fit For Kids Who Are

Resilient, empathetic, innovative, and creative thinkers.

Popular Programs/Electives

Our popular programs include math league, debate team, multiple athletics program, service learning, visual arts, theater arts, choral music, social entrepreneurship, Maker Lab (robotics, coding, design, digital fabrication), passion project, woodshop, Global Studies program, retreats, trips to Washington D.C., and a wide variety of elective classes. Please see our website for additional information.

APs/Advanced Courses

We do not offer AP courses.

Interesting Facts

– State of the art Multimedia Learning Center, Athletic Center, STEAM Academic Center, Woodworking Studio, and Blackbox Theater
– Girls’ softball team are five-time, consecutive league champions
– School-wide Anti-Bias and Social-Emotional Curriculum

Grades
Pre-School, TK, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Co-Ed or Single Sex
Co-Ed
Religious Affiliation
None
Enrollment
520
Class Size
18
Uniforms
No
Tuition
$37,025
Financial Aid
25% of students receive financial aid
Applications Due
January 9, 2023
Entrance Exam Required
Test Blind
Scores Due
N/A
Decisions Released
March 10, 2023