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50+ Years
experience
Transformative K-12 Education in Los Angeles
Founded in 1971, Wildwood School has established itself as a leader in progressive K-12 education in West Los Angeles. Our mission centers on cultivating lifelong learners through a project-based curriculum that emphasizes mastery, critical thinking, and real-world application. Students engage in a participatory academic adventure, supported by reflective assessment methods and interdisciplinary opportunities that bridge classroom learning with global citizenship.Our community fosters ethical development, collaboration, and inclusivity, creating a vibrant ecosystem where students, educators, and families thrive. Recognized nationally and internationally, we serve as a laboratory for educational innovation, sharing research-driven practices with institutions worldwide. With two campuses serving distinct grade levels, our programs nurture intellectual curiosity from early childhood through high school graduation.
Services
Elementary School Program
Middle School Curriculum
Upper School Courses
College Counseling
Summer Enrichment
DEIB Programs
STEM Education
Arts Integration
Athletics Programs
Global Citizenship Initiatives
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- We pioneer project-based learning that connects classroom concepts to real-world challenges
- Our Mastery Transcript Consortium membership redefines academic assessment and college readiness
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives are embedded in our curriculum and community practices
- Faculty experts lead national conversations on progressive education methodologies
- Dual-campus model provides age-appropriate learning environments with seamless grade transitions
What people say
Project-based learning
Ethical leadership development
Personalized instruction
Vibrant community
College readiness
Services
Elementary School Program
Our kindergarten through 5th grade program nurtures foundational academic skills through hands-on learning experiences. Students develop literacy, mathematical reasoning, and scientific inquiry while building social-emotional competencies. The curriculum emphasizes creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking through project-based units that integrate arts and technology.
Middle School Curriculum
Grades 6-8 focus on intellectual growth through interdisciplinary studies and skill mastery. Students engage in advisory programs, gateway projects, and community service initiatives. The program bridges elementary foundations with high school rigor while maintaining developmentally appropriate practices for young adolescents.
Upper School Courses
Grades 9-12 prepare students for college and life through advanced academics and real-world applications. The Mastery Transcript Consortium model replaces traditional grades with competency-based assessment. Students complete senior exhibitions and internships while accessing 200+ course options across disciplines.
College Counseling
Personalized college advising begins in 9th grade with academic planning and culminates in senior year application support. Our counselors maintain relationships with 200+ institutions and provide essay workshops, interview preparation, and financial aid guidance tailored to each student's aspirations.
DEIB Programs
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are embedded throughout our curriculum and community practices. Programs include Multicultural Symposium, student leadership development, faculty training, and family engagement initiatives that create an inclusive environment reflecting Los Angeles' rich cultural diversity.
People
Alberto Duarte
Director of Human Resources
Manages employment and equity initiatives across both campuses, overseeing staff development and institutional compliance with non-discrimination policies.
Karen Dye
Director of Equity and Inclusion
Leads diversity programming and serves as Title IX coordinator, implementing initiatives that promote inclusive practices throughout the school community.
Steve Barrett
Director of Outreach
Oversees the Outreach Center's professional development programs, sharing Wildwood's educational innovations with institutions nationwide through workshops and consultation services.
Questions
What grades does Wildwood School serve?
Wildwood serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade across two campuses in West Los Angeles.
What makes Wildwood's curriculum unique?
Our project-based approach emphasizes mastery learning, interdisciplinary connections, and real-world applications through the Mastery Transcript Consortium model.
How does Wildwood support student diversity?
Our DEIB programs include Multicultural Leadership Institute, student affinity groups, and curriculum integration across all grade levels.
What college preparation resources are available?
The dedicated College Counseling Office provides personalized guidance, alumni networking, and partnerships with top universities nationwide.
Are there athletics programs available?
Over 70% of middle and upper school students participate in our competitive sports programs spanning 15+ varsity teams.
Reviews (5)
Joe Hope
Jun 19, 2018
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Owned by Woodland Trust and managed by Wales Wild Land Foundation as part of the Cambrian Wildwood project, an innovative and ambitious nature-led habitat restoration program. There's is fine ancient semi natural woodland, some wonderful veteran trees and a large area of open ground with a truly would feeling. The area is now grazed by Konik horses, and the project aims to reintroduce other native species to the site.
Debra Z.
Mar 16, 2015
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My children, both currently in high school, have attended Wildwood since kindergarten. This school is the greatest--from forward thinking leadership, engaging teachers, and stellar programs, to out of box projects, confident students, and much more -- Wildwood is an amazing school where kids receive a brilliant education.
Obie N.
Oct 12, 2014
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This is the best school thus far. I have a totally different experience from the previous reviewer. I happen to know a few people also who are not of affluence. This school strictly bases their decisions on the kids not the pocket. We are very happy here and I am happy to have found this wonderful opportunity where kids are truly #1
Melissa R.
Oct 03, 2014
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I just attended the first open house at Wildwood School and was blown out of the water! The teachers, admissions department, current parents, and especially the students we met were remarkable. Especially the students -- they were poised, articulate and clearly engaged in the Wildwood community. Having been to several open houses and campus tours for middle school, I left the afternoon feeling like all my questions were answered and got a real sense of the pedagogy of Wildwood School.
Serena V.
Jul 22, 2013
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What a joke this place is. We had to spend hundreds of dollars, go through interviews of us as parents, interviews of my kid, plus send him to be tested, all so they could tell us we are not going to be accepted. Throughout the process, they acted like they were doing us a favor to even talk to us.
Meanwhile, the admissions department at Wildwood was falling all over themselves kissing up to a friend of mine, who happens to be very wealthy and has a well-known last name. Needless to say, her kid was accepted. All this school cares about is admitting rich kids from rich families who will make
Meanwhile, the admissions department at Wildwood was falling all over themselves kissing up to a friend of mine, who happens to be very wealthy and has a well-known last name. Needless to say, her kid was accepted. All this school cares about is admitting rich kids from rich families who will make
