Whittier Friends School

Whittier Friends School

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We are a small, private, Quaker school founded in 1974 and located in Southern California, outside o We also provide a year round preschool for ages 2-6.

We are a small, private, Quaker elementary school founded in 1974 and located in Whittier in Southern California, outside of Los Angeles. We teach Transitional Kindergarten through 6th grade here at Whittier Friends School.

06/16/2026
05/27/2026

Historic trains, robot soccer, lumberjack demonstrations, books on wheels, and a full day of wide-eyed curiosity 🎡🚂⚽🌲📚

Last week, our students explored the LA County Fair together, and there was something exciting around every corner. We loved watching them ask questions, try new things, cheer each other on, and turn a field trip into a day full of discovery and connection.

These are the kinds of experiences that stick with kids long after the ride home 💛

Enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is open now, and tours are available Tuesdays and Thursdays. We’re also looking forward to a summer full of creativity and hands-on learning through our Summer Enrichment program ☀️

05/14/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to Open House tonight. 💛

The campus was full of conversation, laughter, proud students, and families exploring classrooms together. It was so heartwarming watching the children share everything they’ve been working on this spring with such excitement and confidence.

One of the loveliest parts of the evening was simply seeing families mingling around campus and enjoying time together in such a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Nights like this are a beautiful reminder of what makes this community so special.

05/13/2026

Open House is tonight at Whittier Friends School! ✨

Our students are excited to share everything they’ve been learning, building, testing, and creating this spring. From science inquiry projects to hands-on history builds, classrooms will be open for families to explore and experience.

We’d love to see you there this evening!

📍 Whittier Friends School
🗓 Wednesday, May 13
⏰ 6:30 PM

05/08/2026

Founders Day is tomorrow! 🍊

We’ll be out at Central Park celebrating community, local history, and one of Whittier’s favorite traditions. Stop by the Whittier Friends School booth to say hello, learn more about our school, and enjoy a fun day filled with homemade bread, entertainment, family activities, and more.

We’d love to see you there!

📍 Central Park
🗓 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 10am–2pm

04/29/2026

Cassie and Lea had a productive week in Philadelphia at the Friends Council on Education conference.

Whittier Friends School was one of 35 Friends Schools represented, and it was inspiring to connect with like-minded educators dedicated to thoughtful, student-centered learning.

We missed you all while we were away!

Pictured here in front of Arch Street Meeting House, built in 1804—though Quakers have gathered on this site since the 1690s.

A special full-circle moment: during our 2014 East Coast Field Trip, WFS students visited this very spot.

04/23/2026

Earth Day brought a beautiful surprise in our science garden 🌿

Our kindergarteners discovered this stunning chrysalis resting on the lavender bushes—a real-life lesson in growth, change, and wonder!

Hands-on moments like this are childhood magic. 🦋

04/22/2026

Spring Event 2026 felt really special.

A full house, a packed audience for the play, and a community that showed up in a big way.
This night keeps growing every year—and so does this school.

Thank you to everyone who came out, supported, and made it such a strong one. 💛

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6726 Washington Avenue
Whittier, CA
90601

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm