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Le Lycée Français de Los Angeles
No Need To Speak French to Enroll Le Lycée (pronounced "lee-say") offers a challenging, traditional, international education that emphasizes collaboration, research, respect, compassion, and leadership. A blend of the sciences and arts, LyceeLA’s dual curricula (International and French section programs) provide each student with the ability to learn, think, and make decisions based on a sound foundation of logic, knowledge, and character. Academics are balanced with art, drama, music, and sports, as well as strong core human values LyceeLA students become engaged, vibrant, and productive global citizens “We Teach the World.” Accredited by WASC and the French Ministry of Education. 4 age-appropriate campuses in West Los Angeles.
Notre Dame Academy
Notre Dame Academy is a vibrant Catholic school in West Los Angeles, serving TK–8 co-ed students and grades 6–12 all-girls. Rooted in the mission of the Sisters of Notre Dame, NDA nurtures confident, compassionate leaders through academic excellence, character formation, and joyful exploration. Our TK–8 program fosters curiosity and foundational growth through hands-on learning, while our all-girls middle and high school empowers young women to lead with purpose. Signature programs include the Duddy Innovation Center for Excellence, robust visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and outdoor education. With small class sizes, individualized support, and a strong sense of community, NDA is a place where every student is known, challenged, and inspired to become their best self.
Westside Neighborhood School
Founded in 1980, WNS is a preschool, elementary, and middle school located in West Los Angeles' coveted Playa Vista neighborhood. At WNS, each division is thoughtfully designed to meet the developmental needs of our learners—nurturing curiosity in our youngest children, building strong academic and social foundations in elementary, and empowering middle schoolers to lead with intellect and integrity. No matter where they begin, students at WNS are known, supported, and inspired every step of the way. The WNS preschool offers extended months during June and July so youngest children can get a head start a becoming curious, compassionate lifelong learners.
Milken Community School
Milken Community School transforms ambitious students into confident, compassionate leaders through a unique blend of academic excellence and meaningful Jewish values. Situated on a stunning Mulholland Drive campus, our 800+ students in grades 6–12 thrive in a learning environment where every student is known and supported. They benefit from trailblazing Signature Programs in science and technology, architecture and design, finance and entrepreneurship, creative writing, and Jewish studies. With competitive athletics, award-winning robotics teams and performing arts, and an outstanding college placement record, Milken offers the intellectual rigor of Los Angeles’ top independent schools—while nurturing character, community, and a deep sense of purpose. Our graduates are prepared not just to succeed, but to lead lives of impact.
International School of Los Angeles
The International School of Los Angeles cultivates an intrinsic global mindset as students learn to think critically, engage meaningfully, and thrive through an education in French and English—anchored in Francophone culture and enriched by an international curriculum and community. With four campuses located in Burbank, Los Feliz, West Valley (Tarzana), and Pasadena, LILA provides accessibility to a diverse range of families.
Colburn School
The Colburn School is committed to making the highest quality performing arts education available to all. Passionate, dedicated students of all abilities and ages can study instruments, voice, drama, musical theatre, dance, and more with our world-class faculty. Our Community School of Performing Arts offers Early Childhood programs from ages 7 months–7 years, which introduce children to the wonders of the performing arts, and private music lessons, group classes, and ensemble programs are available from age 5 through to adult, for all levels of experience. Our Trudl Zipper Dance Institute offers ballet, modern, tap, jazz, and hip-hop classes for students ages 4 to adult, from beginner to pre-professional level. All programs take place on our beautiful campus in the heart of DTLA’s Grand Avenue.
