Taking time…

To learn by allowing the bulk of the academic material to be presented during the two-hour morning main lesson.

For concentrated blocks of study of at least three weeks to fully immerse the children in that subject.

For children to progress gradually in skill areas without pressure to meet testing norms yearly.

To form lasting relationships with the class teacher who remains with the class for a continuing period of years.

To work with parents to increase their understanding of Waldorf education.

To ensure adequate conferences and meetings to help parents and teachers work together to understand the child.

Taking care…

To provide a lovely natural environment of trees and lawns for recreation and gardening.

To provide moments in the school experience to pause in wonder, to celebrate festivals, and to give to others.

To teach practical skills to all children, from basic crafts to first aid, to community service.

To teach the children to take responsibility for their materials and learning space as well as for their bodies and the environment.

Taking heart...

In the Waldorf student’s noticeable ability to find his or her own identity with self-assurance and security.

In the school’s earnest endeavor to meet the earth’s and society’s future problems with innovative solutions.

In the impressive ability of Waldorf students to step towards the future with confidence and to bring a heightened measure of humanity to situations they encounter.