Kimberton Waldorf School offers a developmentally appropriate, experiential approach to education. We integrate the arts and academics for children from preschool through twelfth grade, seeking to inspire a life-long love of learning in all students and to enable each to fully develop his or her unique capacities.
Founded in Europe in the early 20th century, Waldorf Education is based on the insights, teachings and principles of education outlined by the scientist and philosopher Rudolf Steiner. The principles of Waldorf Education evolve from a profound understanding of human development that address the needs of the growing child. These principles inspire and guide teachers, administrators, trustees and parents today.
Our curriculum is broad and comprehensive; it is structured to respond to the developmental phases of childhood. Our teachers know that the best way to give meaningful support to the child is to understand these phases fully and to provide “age appropriate” content that nourishes healthy growth for the Waldorf student. Music, dance and theater, writing, literature, legends and myths are not simply subjects to be read about and tested. They are experienced.
Through these experiences, our students cultivate their intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual capacities to be individuals certain of their paths and to be of service to the world.