Admissions Overview
Please click here for a downloadable Chicago Waldorf School Application. The application deadline has been extended.
Welcome!
Waldorf has become the largest independent, non-denominational education in the world, with nearly 1000 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). We also offer Parent-Child classes for children ages 1 to 3.
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 Illinois State Board of Education. 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 or for more information, please complete the on-line inquiry form or call us at 773.465.2371. You may also download an application directly from this website.
Warmly,
Lisa Payton
Admissions Director

Direct Phone: 773.465.2371
2009-2010 School Tours & Orientations (Adults only)
Come experience Waldorf education in action! You will visit classrooms in our Early Childhood Program, Grade School and High School. You will also have an opportunity to meet our faculty and learn more about our unique educational philosophy and approach.
February 11, 2010 – 8:30am – 10:30am
March 11, 2010 – 8:30am – 10:30am
April 22, 2010 – 8:30am – 10:30am
High School Prospective Student Visits
Current 8th, 9th and 10th grade students who are interested in our high school are encouraged to visit for a day. The school day begins at 7:55am and ends at 3:20pm. Students will be assigned a student host and have an opportunity to attend classes as well as meet our students and faculty. A representative from the Admissions Office will arrange to meet with student visitors before and after school. In addition, we will be hosting a special visiting day on February 4, 2010 for 6th and 7th grade students interested in our high school. Please contact the Admissions Office at 773-465-2371 to arrange a visit.