WNS is a private, independent, preschool through eighth grade, progressive school. Our hands-on, minds-on, constructivist, and project-based learning approach combines the power of a growth mindset, the tools from a strong social-emotional program, and the opportunities to apply all of this to a nearly limitless range of learning experiences. This is essential to our commitment to educate children today for an unknown world of tomorrow.

Early Childhood Center arrivals and pick-ups are staggered and occur between 8:30 am – 9:00 am and 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm, respectively.

For kindergarten through eighth grade, our school day begins at 8:15 am, with morning drop-off beginning at 7:30 am. Dismissal times occur between 2:45 pm and 3:50 pm, depending on the grade level.

WNS offers early and late care through our ACE (After Class Enrichment) Program for all students Preschool-8. Early drop-off (free of charge) for ECC students begins at 8:00 am and for K-8th grade students at 7:30am. Late pick-up (for a fee) for all students extends until 5:30 pm.

Yes, all students must be toilet learned before entering preschool, (i.e. be consistently out of diapers and using the toilet).

WNS is accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. It is also a member of the National Association of Independent Schools.

Yes, students enrolled in WNS’s preschool and DK automatically matriculate into the WNS K-8 program.

Preschool: 2 years, 9 months by September 1, 2025 (DOB between June 2021 – December 2022)

DK: 4 years, 4 months by September 1, 2025 (DOB between June 2020 – May 2021)

Kindergarten: 5 years by August 1, 2025 (August birth dates are considered based on developmental readiness) 

The August 1 cutoff date of birth remains as a guide for grades 1–7.

ECC (Preschool & DK): Seven classrooms of 12-17 students in each, with two teachers per class.

Kindergarten & 1st: Three classrooms of 18-20 students each, with two teachers per class.

Grades 2-5: Two classrooms with 24-26 students in each, with two teachers per class.

Grades 6-8: Departmentalized, with 50-60 students per grade level; students are placed in groups of 8-17 depending on the subject area.

WNS’s sibling policy is consistent with our philosophy of supporting families. Although we cannot guarantee admission, siblings are granted preferential consideration if the student is well qualified and the family has supported the school’s mission and philosophy.

We can’t wait to get to know you, and introduce you to the philosophy of WNS! We invite you to visit our Admissions Processes and Dates page to learn more about our events.

We encourage all K-8 students to wear any WNS spirit shirt on days when they are scheduled for PE classes. Alternatively, a plain blue shirt can also be worn. Students can wear whatever athletic bottoms they choose, and should always wear athletic shoes and socks. WNS does not require a uniform on non-PE days. Early Childhood Center students do not wear a PE uniform, nor a regular uniform.

WNS is pleased to offer families the option to order delicious and healthy lunches during the school year for all grades Preschool-8 through the Organic Kids LA program. Ordering and payment is convenient through their simple, secure online system and must be done so in advance. Their program uses natural, local, and organic ingredients whenever possible, and all poultry and dairy products are antibiotic- and hormone-free. To maintain their commitment to being kind to the environment, their program uses 100% recyclable and compostable packaging.

In the Early Childhood Center, snacks are provided for all students. In grades K-8, students bring their own snacks from home.

For students 4 years and older, WNS offers morning bus service, for an additional fee, in the following areas every morning:

Yes. WNS offers need-based financial assistance for all levels PS-8. Click here to learn more.

Preschool & DK: Notification letters are emailed February 29, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Enrollment contracts and the non-refundable deposit are due no later than 12:00 pm on March 5, 2025.

K-8: Notification letters are emailed March 8, 2025, at 5:00 pm. Enrollment contracts and the non-refundable deposit are due no later than 12:00 pm on March 15, 2025.