Acorn Class (Preschool) The preschool is a mixed age early childhood class for children ages 3.6 – 6 years old. The children must be potty trained. Offering 2, 3 and 4, half or full Days (Monday - Thursday, no class on Fridays) The number of days a child attends should be in consultation with the class Lead Teacher. You may enroll your child for half day, half day plus lunchtime, or the full day program which includes an afternoon rest and free play. Before and after care may be arranged depending on availability.
Little Acorns (Young Threes) (Mondays/Wednesdays or Tuesdays/Thursday at 9:00 am to 12:30 pm) Little Acorns is an opportunity for children who are turning three and young threes to have a gentle entry into school. The class size is limited (5-7 children dependent on the makeup of the enrolled children). The Little Acorns have their own cozy room where they participate in activities designed to help with the transition from home to school such as indoor creative play, fine motor skill activities, wet on wet watercolor painting and snack time. They will also participate in some activities with the mixed age Acorn Class such as morning walk, outdoor play, outdoor morning circle and seasonal activities and festivals. Children should be potty trained or potty trained with occasional accidents. Pull ups may be worn. (Please discuss this with the teacher.) Full day (lunch, rest and creative play) is also available to 3:00 pm for an additional fee.
Golden Acorns (Young Fives) This full 4 day a week program helps prepare children who will be entering an academic public or private school environment for Kindergarten. These children attend the morning mixed age program with added, age appropriate challenges and activities. After lunch the Golden Acorns experience Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, World Languages, Movement and the Arts in a manner that is natural, balanced and developmentally appropriate, laying a strong foundation for academic learning in the higher grades. The unhurried atmosphere gives children time to integrate all of these new experiences while nurturing head, hands and heart.
Ducks and Ducklings (Parent and Child Class) 6 week session. These classes form a community of children (ages 14 month to 3 years) and their parents, grandparents, or caregivers who come together for a morning of bread-making, free play and movement, circle games, songs and nature activities lead by our experienced, Waldorf trained teacher in a warm, welcoming, home-like environment. This unique program is a special time to explore with your child and connect with other parents and caregivers. In the fall participants will have the opportunity to participate in fall festivals such as Harvest (Oct), Lantern Walk (Nov) and Advent Garden (Dec), Valentines (Feb), May Day (May).Parent and Child allows parents time to observe their children in a preschool-like, social setting; connect with other parents; and discuss Waldorf inspired, practical skills for natural and wholistic parenting. Topics of discussion include things such as child development, the importance of warmth, the importance of play, the effects of media, and daily rhythm. Parent and Child allows the imagination and creativity of the child to flourish. We will craft, sing, bake, listen to stories, have a snack, move our bodies, play indoors and outdoors, and share. This is an open, non-judgmental space where you are welcomed to come as you are, ask questions if you wish, and have as much fun as you'd like!
Hens and Chicks (Infant and Mama) This is an opportunity for soon-to-be Mamas and Mamas of infants (birth through 15 months) to gather and connect in a warm and inviting environment while sharing in the delights and frustrations of mothering. Each week we will explore a topic of interest to mothers, make connections with other mamas, participate in a special circle time, and explore the milestones of infancy and early childhood. This class is lead by one of our Waldorf trained and experienced teachers. Sessions are 5 weeks Group size is limited.
Summer Camp - Mini Camps -Tuesday-Thursday These camps are 3 days - Tuesday-Thursday. Choose from 4 sessions of Mini camp or register your child for all 4 sessions. Camp will include lots of outdoor activities, water play, nature exploration, inside play, crafts and a snack. Mini Camps are limited in enrollment to allow the children to explore a wider range of activities. For more details or to register see the forms section of our website. 2023 Summer Camp Dates and Themes (9:00 am to 12:30 pm) Session 1 Fairy Camp – June 20,21,22 Session 2 Pirate Camp – July 11,12,13 Session 3 Nature Camp – July 18,19,20 Session 4 Gnome Camp – July 25,26,27 Fee $100 per camper per session