All children deserve a school that provides a foundation of outstanding academics, the development of identity and personal values, and the advancement of intellectual, social, emotional and physical health. Enabling students with such skills, strategies, and approaches to learning allows them to apply knowledge in innovative ways, to develop meaningful relationships, to navigate conflict, to understand and attend to the “mind-body” connection, and to thrive in whatever future awaits them.
Windrush Students and Families, Staff and Faculty make up a tremendous learning and teaching community. Our commitment to the Core Values of Excellence, Authenticity, Inspiration, Community Engagement, and Sustainability ensures that every intention and action; from the classroom to the playing field is considered through shared lenses and guiding values. In addition Progressive Principles, the philosophical foundation that works in partnership with our Core Values assure that a Windrush School education provides a rich foundation for coming generations of citizens.
Our program, framed by the California State Standards, and innovated upon using our Core Values and commitment to Progressive Principles, prepares each student to thrive in challenging and competitive environments. Instruction in Music, Fine Arts, Physical Education, World Language and Social/Emotional Development prepares students to make choices that involve the application of rigorous academic content, problem solving skills, collaboration, navigation by moral compasses, and evaluation of social, community and ethical responsibility.
Windrush School recognizes the interconnectivity and interdependence among us all. All students participate in service learning activities matched to their studies, interests and ages. Community Service and Service Learning not only connect our students with communities beyond Windrush, such programs ensure students experience integrated instruction and reflection opportunities that enrich the learning experience, teach civic responsibility, and strengthen communities.
Windrush Students are well prepared for the academic rigors of the most competitive high schools, and acquire the maturity and sense of self to make well-considered and mindful choices. More than 95 percent of Windrush Students are admitted to their top choice high schools, and they leave Windrush ready to embrace the myriad opportunities and challenges presented by high school experiences.
Visitors to Windrush are struck by the sense of purpose and values that guide our program and community. Excellence, Authenticity, Inspiration, Community Engagement, and Sustainability characterize our school. I invite you to come and experience Windrush School's spirit. I believe that when you visit our classrooms, meet our staff and review our programs, you'll agree our K-8 independent school is an inspired setting for learning and living.
Ilana Kaufman
Head of School
