Culver City, CA · Founded 1994 · 1–11 · Independent, non-denominational, co-educational school
Last verified August 20, 2026
8509 Higuera St., 90232 · (424) 258-3551
Enrollment
467
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$36,025–$48,645
Application fee
$150
Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | DK | $36,025 | Tuition includes a $3,500 Non-Refundable Registration Deposit. |
| Elementary2026-2027 | K-5th | $42,865 | Tuition includes a $3,500 Non-Refundable Registration Deposit. |
| Middle school2026-2027 | 6th-8th | $48,645 | Tuition includes a $3,500 Non-Refundable Registration Deposit. |
Head of school
Lisa Rosenstein
Head of School since 1994
Lisa Rosenstein is the founding Head of School of The Willows Community School, leading it since 1994 and honored with the 2025 Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence Marvin Maurer Award.
Curriculum & special classes
The Willows offers a progressive, experiential DK-8 curriculum emphasizing hands-on, discipline-based exploration, complemented by performing and fine arts, athletics, and a robust social-emotional learning program.
Financial aid
The Willows offers a need-based Tuition Assistance Program through Clarity, with applications submitted alongside admission applications.
Application fee: $150
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
After School Programs
Cost
Not listed
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The Willows Community School offers a friendly, informative, and positive admissions process for both Lower School (DK-5) and Middle School (6-8) applicants. The school and family embark on this journey together.
Apply by
December 18 (DK-8th Grade Applications); January 19 (New Family Tuition Assistance Applications); October 5 (Sibling Applications)
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
$150
What they ask for: Applications, recommendations (Lower School and Middle School), transcripts (Lower School and Middle School), Middle School Student Visiting Day, Kindergarten Assessment Day, Developmental Kindergarten Assessment Day
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