Admissions
Welcome!
Waldorf has become the largest independent, non-denominational education in the world, with over 900 schools in 83 countries. What accounts for this widespread interest?
Waldorf education provides a rich experience that prepares our students to meet the challenges of our world and the future – with clarity of thought, a caring heart and confidence to initiate change. It achieves its aims with a fully developed approach that address the whole child: mind, body and spirit. The Waldorf curriculum recognizes that children have distinct, age-related educational and emotional needs according to their naturally unfolding stages of development. To meet these needs, the arts are integrated into virtually every element of the curriculum. Students experience the lesson’s content through drawing, painting, song, recitation, drama and movement.
The Waldorf student learns about the world experientially and in so doing, acquires a living wisdom that awakens the intellect and deepens the natural joy and wonder of learning. It is this genuine inner enthusiasm for learning that is the hallmark of Waldorf education.
The Chicago Waldorf School offers the complete Waldorf curriculum which extends from Early Childhood through High School: Early Childhood program (3-6 years); Grade School program (grades 1-8); and High School program (grades 9-12).
The Chicago Waldorf School is accredited by both the Independent Schools Association of the Central States and the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America and is recognized by the State of Illinois. Our outstanding and dedicated faculty has led the Chicago Waldorf School to become one of the most respected and successful Waldorf schools in North America.
To request an application packet, please complete the on-line inquiry form or call us at 773.828.8468. You may also download an application directly from this website.
Warmly,
Lisa Payton
Admissions Director
Direct Phone: 773.465.2371