A Progressive, Independent, Private Elementary School in LA
Discover how we foster creativity, critical thinking, social responsibility, and lifelong learning in our students.
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Progressive School
Are you looking for a progressive, independent, private elementary school in LA that offers a hands-on, experiential, and collaborative curriculum for your child?
If so, you’ve come to the right place.
Westland School is a coeducational, nonsectarian elementary day school located in the Bel Air community of Los Angeles. We serve students from kindergarten through sixth grade.
We believe that every child is a unique and capable learner who deserves a rich and stimulating educational environment. We provide our students with opportunities to explore their interests, express their ideas, and engage with the world around them.
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Come see for yourself where progressive education started in Los Angeles.
At Westland, we value:
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Diversity: We celebrate the diversity of our students, families, staff, and community. We cultivate a culture of respect, inclusion, and belonging for everyone.
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Democracy: We practice democracy in our classrooms and school governance. We encourage our students to participate in decision-making, problem-solving, and social action.
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Development: We support the development of the whole child: cognitive, social, emotional, physical, and creative. We nurture each child’s strengths and passions while challenging them to grow and learn.
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Discovery: We foster a love of learning and curiosity in our students. We provide them with rich and varied experiences that spark their imagination and inquiry.
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Dialogue: We promote dialogue and collaboration among our students, teachers, parents, and community. We value different perspectives and encourage communication and feedback.
Collaboration School
Cooperative learning and collaboration are foundations of our school. Outside the classroom, children see their parents as essential community members who are also learning and contributing. From the beginning, Westland has been a place not just for children to learn and grow but for families to learn and grow as well.
Come see for yourself where progressive education started in Los Angeles.
“We came from another LA private school and our only regret is that we didn't find Westland sooner. Our adoration for this special place is genuine and we feel lucky to be here.”
Parent, November 21st, 2021 - Niche.com
Democracy School
Active citizenry, equity, and inclusivity are at the heart of Westland’s mission. Our social justice and anti-bias curriculum invites students to notice differences and understand the impact of differences in society. Students engage with the greater community of Los Angeles to experience citizenry in action. By making change within the school they learn what it means to be a purposeful community member.
Joy School
John Dewey wrote, “To be playful and serious at the same time is possible, and it defines the ideal mental condition.” At Westland, work and play coexist on a campus that is scaled for children. Fields, gardens, a pond, pathways, and play yards invite wonder. The environment is warm, child centered, and connected to the outdoors. Children engage directly with their campus as they care for it and learn from it.
Context School
Children are given the time and the space to think. To be children. To work. To play. To ask their questions and take part in finding the answers. Our social studies–based curriculum is integrated with math, language arts, science, art, music, and woodworking. Children are empowered to be self-motivated and to experience learning as connected, exciting, and lifelong.
Westland School
16200 Mulholland Dr Los Angeles, CA 90049
Tel: (310) 472-5544