Monadnock Waldorf School (Closed 2023)

Monadnock Waldorf School offers classes from Preschool through 8th grade
Our programs for young children are thoughtfully designed to support your child's healthy development.
Songs, stories, crafts, snack, and indoor and outdoor play are woven into a comforting rhythm.
The young child learns by imitation.  A Waldorf school day is full of healthy and creative opportunities for the young child to imitate through story, song, circle games, and many side-by-side activities with teachers.
The Waldorf curriculum for the grades balances academics and arts.
From number songs and letter stories in the first grade to chemistry experiments and Shakespeare productions in the eighth grade, students develop attitudes that will serve them throughout life: love of learning, satisfaction with true achievement, courage to question, and an active interest in and concern for others.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1976

Student Body

Total Students
103 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 17%
Students by Grade
Monadnock Waldorf School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
New Sliding Scale Tuition. Tuition varies per grade
% on Financial Aid
45%
Admissions Director
Lori York

Sports

Total Sports Offered
6 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Circus Arts

School Notes

  • Monadnock Waldorf School offers classes from Preschool through Twelvth Grade. Our programs for young children are thoughtfully designed to support your child's healthy development. Songs, stories, crafts, snack, and indoor and outdoor play are woven into a comforting rhythm. The young child learns by imitation. A Waldorf school day is full of healthy and creative opportunities for the young child to imitate through story, song, circle games, and many side-by-side activities with teachers. The Waldorf curriculum for the grades balances academics and arts. From number songs and letter stories in the first grade to chemistry experiments and Shakespeare productions in the eighth grade, students develop attitudes that will serve them throughout life: love of learning, satisfaction with true achievement, courage to question, and an active interest in and concern for others.The High School program prepares students for success throughout their lives, through a rich program of rigorous academics infused with arts.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Monadnock Waldorf School cost?
Monadnock Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $200 for summer students.
What sports does Monadnock Waldorf School offer?
Monadnock Waldorf School offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Fencing, Soccer, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Monadnock Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Monadnock Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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