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Sacramento Waldorf School: Holistic Education for Lifelong Learners
Founded in 1959, Sacramento Waldorf School has been a leader in holistic education for nearly six decades. Our approach integrates arts, academics, and experiential learning to nurture students' intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth. With a faculty of experienced educators, we offer a developmentally aligned curriculum from Early Childhood through High School, emphasizing creativity, critical thinking, and ethical responsibility. Our 22-acre campus fosters hands-on learning through biodynamic farming, performing arts, and outdoor education. Accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America, we prepare students for college and life with a focus on individual potential and social renewal.Our graduates consistently excel in higher education and careers, demonstrating the effectiveness of our student-centered pedagogy. We maintain rigorous academic standards while prioritizing character development and environmental stewardship. Our inclusive community values collaboration over competition, creating a supportive environment where every student thrives. Through continuous curriculum innovation, we address contemporary educational needs while honoring Waldorf principles. This commitment to balanced, whole-child education has made us a trusted institution in Northern California.
Services
Early Childhood Education
Lower School Grades 1-5
Middle School Grades 6-8
High School Grades 9-12
Summer Enrichment Program
Teacher Training Workshops
Community Education Courses
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America since 1959
- Experiential curriculum integrating arts, academics, and nature-based learning
- Proven college preparatory program with UC-approved high school courses
- 22-acre campus featuring biodynamic farm and performing arts facilities
- Faculty with decades of Waldorf teaching experience and advanced degrees
Associations and certifications
- Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA)
What people say
Exceptional faculty
Nurturing environment
Creative curriculum
Strong community
Excellent college prep
Services
Early Childhood Education
Our Early Childhood program nurtures children through play-based learning in a home-like environment. Teachers model reverence and care while fostering imagination through storytelling, creative play, and nature exploration. The curriculum develops motor skills, social abilities, and pre-literacy concepts through rhythmic activities and seasonal celebrations, preparing children for academic learning through joyful engagement.
Lower School Grades 1-5
Grades 1-5 curriculum combines academic rigor with artistic expression through storytelling, music, and hands-on projects. Students develop reading, writing, and math skills while exploring history, science, and world cultures through immersive experiences. Specialized classes in handwork, music, and biodynamic farming enhance learning through sensory engagement and creative expression.
Middle School Grades 6-8
Middle School balances academic challenge with social-emotional development through literature, mathematics, and science taught through experiential methods. Students engage in practical arts, performing arts, and outdoor education while building critical thinking skills. The program emphasizes responsibility, collaboration, and preparation for high school academics and personal growth.
High School Grades 9-12
Our college preparatory program offers UC-approved courses integrating STEM, humanities, and arts through project-based learning. Students participate in internships, community service, and senior projects while developing analytical thinking and ethical leadership. The curriculum emphasizes global awareness, creative problem-solving, and preparation for higher education and life purpose.
Summer Enrichment Program
The Summer Program provides nature-based learning and creative activities for children entering Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. Students engage in gardening, crafts, performing arts, and outdoor exploration while maintaining Waldorf educational principles. The program offers childcare support for working families and professional development opportunities for educators.
People
Dunja Popovic
High School Humanities Teacher
Dedicated Waldorf educator emphasizing human development, community building, and social renewal through literature and philosophy. Committed to fostering self-discovery and global awareness in students while maintaining rigorous academic standards.
Marianne Gray
Grades Teacher & Summer Program Faculty
Experienced educator with over three decades teaching Waldorf curriculum, specializing in visual arts, astronomy, and nature-based learning. Combines artistic expression with academic instruction to nurture students' creative and intellectual growth through hands-on experiences.
Questions
What makes Waldorf education unique?
Our approach integrates arts, academics, and nature-based learning through experiential methods that align with child development stages, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and ethical responsibility.
Is Sacramento Waldorf School accredited?
Yes, we are accredited by the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and maintain UC-approved high school courses for college preparation.
What grades do you offer?
We provide education from Early Childhood through Grade 12, with specialized programs for each developmental stage from preschool to high school graduation.
How does the school support college preparation?
Our college preparatory curriculum includes UC-approved courses, SAT/ACT preparation, and senior projects that develop research, writing, and presentation skills for higher education success.
What is the campus environment like?
Our 22-acre campus features a biodynamic farm, performing arts spaces, and natural outdoor classrooms that support hands-on learning and environmental stewardship across all grade levels.
Are there teacher training opportunities?
Yes, our annual Art of Teaching summer courses provide professional development for Waldorf educators with grade-specific workshops led by master teachers from across North America.
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