What happens in the Early Childhood program?
Children ages 2 to 6 are nurtured in a warm, mixed-age classroom designed to feel comfortable and welcoming. The environment includes age-appropriate routines and familiar daily activities such as gardening, food preparation, and classroom care. These practical tasks support developing coordination, confidence, and independence. Children also engage in art activities like watercolor painting, handwork, and imaginative storytelling. Ample outdoor time each day allows children to explore nature, move freely, and build meaningful social connections.
What is Waldorf Education?
Waldorf-inspired education supports the whole child socially, emotionally, and cognitively, through a developmentally informed, arts-integrated curriculum. This approach enables children to develop into capable, thoughtful adults prepared for an ever-changing world. A few key elements include:
- A dedicated class teacher who ideally moves with the same group of students for several years, fostering trust and stability.
- A curriculum designed to meet the changing developmental needs of each grade.
- Lessons that draw from global history, the natural world, and the arts to help students connect deeply with their learning.
What would my child’s experience be?
The curriculum introduces concepts gradually and in depth, revisiting key themes over the years to strengthen understanding and foster curiosity. Students experience:
- Main Lesson: A two-hour block each morning focused on core subjects like math, language arts, and science, taught in rotating units.
- Specialty Subjects: Weekly classes include physical education, visual arts, music, world languages, and practical handwork such as sewing or woodworking.
Each subject supports the development of critical thinking, emotional resilience, coordination, and creativity.
Who are the teachers?
Our teachers bring dedication, warmth, and professionalism to their classrooms. Many have pursued specialized training in Waldorf or LifeWays approaches and are committed to ongoing study and professional development. Above all, they seek to foster a love of learning and a sense of belonging for each child.