A High School Experience That Builds Confidence, Curiosity, and Character
Discover how Kimberton Waldorf School prepares students for college and for life.
The High School provides a rich, rigorous, immersive academic experience for students in grades nine through twelve. Teachers craft experiences which sharpen students’ growing intellectual capacities and strengthen their powers of judgment and creative thinking, while students take on more responsibilities for their own education. Learning is not limited to the classroom, but engages the student with the world through rich and meaningful experiences.
What Parents Are Looking For at This Stage
- Academic rigor without burnout
- Confidence and independence
- Strong college outcomes
- A supportive, values-driven community
At Kimberton Waldorf School, these aren’t competing goals, they’re integrated.
Established in 1941, Kimberton Waldorf is the 2nd oldest Waldorf School in North America. There are over 1000 Waldorf schools in 64 countries around the globe.
Our students and faculty have received recognition for high achievement, both within the classroom and outside of the classroom. We are proud of our scholars, musicians, athletes, artists, and educators who strive for excellence.
94% of our graduates attended college or university. 88% graduated from college. 42% chose science as a major. 47% chose humanities as a major. 91% are active in lifelong education. 92% placed a high value on critical thinking.
With a student-teacher ratio of approximately 7 to 1, Kimberton Waldorf School ensures personalized attention and a supportive learning environment for each student.
In humanities, math, science, world languages, fine & performing arts, blacksmithing, woodworking, environmental preparedness, and so much more.
At-A-Glance
9th Grade
- One-week Agricultural Practicum at Camphill Farm
- One-week backpacking trip along Appalachian Trail
- Coppersmithing and Woodworking, among other Arts classes
10th Grade
- One-week Odyssey Voyage kayaking along James River
- One-week Artisan Practicum with local Artisan
- Opportunities for Trimester Exchanges in Germany, Spain, etc.
- Blacksmithing and Woodworking, among other Arts classes
11th Grade
- One-week Civil Rights trip to Alabama/Mississippi after concluding Civil Rights Main Lesson Block
- Opportunities for Trimester Exchanges in Germany, Spain, etc.
12th Grade
- One-week Zoology trip to Hermit Island in Maine, camping and learning with 6 other Waldorf Senior Classes
- Camping trip to Western Pennsylvania, concluding in a solo voyage
- Senior Seminar, Senior Project, Senior Play
The Gift of Waldorf Education
Explore Kimberton Waldorf School
Discover how our unique approach to education nurtures the whole child. Join us for an open house, participate in a virtual tour, or schedule a personal in-person tour. Experience our vibrant classrooms and dynamic learning environment firsthand. Each opportunity provides a unique window into what makes Kimberton Waldorf School a wonderful place for students to grow and thrive. Sign up today and see the difference for yourself.
You’re Invited
Experience the High School for Yourself
Join us for our upcoming Open House, Thursday, November 12th at 8:15 AM
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“When my child left for college, I expected the usual struggles with adjustment—but instead, I saw her thrive. She carried with her a deep sense of who she is, the ability to think independently, and a genuine love for learning. Waldorf education gave her more than just knowledge—it gave her resilience, curiosity, and a strong inner compass. I’m endlessly grateful for how well it prepared her not just for college, but for life.”
“When I began college to study engineering, I was occasionally apprehensive that I may not be as prepared as my peers. I found that not only was I adequately prepared in the typical STEM subjects, but my experience at Kimberton had giving me an advantage in areas like writing and communication, team collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. These skills helped me succeed in the creativity focused, project based environment of my engineering education.”
“If there is one thing that I can say for certain about my Waldorf education, it’s that it made me fall in love with learning. Learning is something that takes many forms at a Waldorf school – I didn’t just learn math, science, and English, I learnt art, music, knitting, sewing, gardening – and with each subject I gained not only new knowledge, but new tools with which to relate to the world around me.”
