At Charlottesville Waldorf School, the arts are not just an extra class: they are part of everything we do. Students create their own beautiful main lesson books, learn to knit,…
At Charlottesville Waldorf School, music is an essential part of every child’s day. All students sing together, building confidence and joy through song. Formal music classes begin in first grade,…
At Charlottesville Waldorf School, science begins long before textbooks. In early childhood, outdoor play and nature exploration lay the groundwork for careful observation and a sense of wonder about the…
Small class sizes allow for meaningful relationships between peers and with teachers Our playgarden classes (students ages 2-3) have 12 students. Each class has a lead and assistant teacher, and…
Waldorf education is based on spiritual knowledge and an understanding of human development. During the first seven years, when children learn by imitation not only of our actions but also…
of the head: to foster the development of observation, discernment, analysis, synthesis, and critical thought. of the heart: to foster an awareness of others, as well as kindness, courtesy, courage,…
At Charlottesville Waldorf School, electronic media and technology are not introduced into classrooms until middle school. This no/low-tech approach prepares children for an uncertain future by fostering adaptability, critical thinking,…