WALDORF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Where Curiosity, Creativity, and Capability Grow
At City of Lakes Waldorf School, arts and academics are fully integrated. Storytelling, artistic expression, and hands-on skill building are woven into every subject, engaging children through an experiential and participatory approach to learning. In our intentionally screen-free classrooms, students think deeply, work creatively, and engage their full capacities through direct human connection and meaningful, real-world experiences.
Explore our dynamic grade-by-grade curriculum below.
Our Proven Approach to Whole-Child, Screen-Free Education
At CLWS, students develop a love of learning that extends far beyond eighth grade. Waldorf education provides a strong academic foundation enriched by meaningful stories, first-hand experiences, artistic activity, and deep teacher-student relationships—all within a screen-free school environment designed to support healthy development and focused engagement.
In our Elementary program, the Class Teacher provides core academic instruction and remains with the same class for multiple years. This continuity enhances instructional depth, strengthens social cohesion, increases engagement, and positively impacts academic growth. While still uncommon in most American classrooms, this model is well established in Europe and Japan—and is fundamental to Waldorf education.
Specialty Subject Teachers add additional layers of learning, offering expert instruction across disciplines that nurture cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development. Combined with our commitment to screen-free classrooms, this integrated approach engages the whole child—supporting academic excellence, creative thinking, human connection, and a lifelong love of learning.
Elementary School Programs
“Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all.”
Socrates
Ancient Greek Philosopher & Scientist
