The Nursery and Nursery/Kindergarten programs are a bridge between home and school for the young child (Nursery: ages 2-3 and Nursery/Kindergarten: ages 3-6). Children of this age learn primarily through play and imitation. The Waldorf environment fosters the child's capacities for imagination and creativity. The rhythms of the day, week, and seasons provide a structure within which the child gains a secure relationship to the world. We work with raw natural materials for a true education of the senses. Creative play, storytelling, circle time, and artistic activities provide a balance between the free, creative expression of the child and the teacher-led group experience.

Classes

NURSERY
Our 3-day Marigold Nursery class is limited to 12 children between the ages of 2 and 3. The class is led by one teacher and one assistant. Classes are held Monday-Wednesday; the day lasts four hours (exact start and end times for Fall 2010 to be determined).  Children do not need to be potty-trained to enroll in the Nursery program.

NURSERY/KINDERGARTEN
Our two mixed-age Nursery/Kindergarten classes (Rose & Sweet Pea) comprise up to 18 children in each class, and are led by one teacher and one assistant. The children range in age from 3 to 6 years old. Classes are held Monday-Friday from 8:45 am to 12:45 pm. We offer 5-day, 3-day (Monday - Wednesday only) and 2-day (Thursday & Friday only) options. Children must be potty-trained to enroll in the Nursery/Kindergarten.

Typical Daily Rhythm of the Nursery/Kindergarten

8:45-9:30 9:30-9:45 9:45-10:15 10:15-10:30 10:30-11:20 11:20-11:40 11:40-12:15 12:15-12:45

Outside free play Wash hands Snack (brought from home) Morning Circle Creative play, artistic activity of the day Tidy & wash hands Story Lunch, prepared in class each day