Waldorf Philosophy

At Aurora Waldorf School, we believe:

Childhood is to be honored and preserved
Learning is not to be rushed
School can be a joyful place
Every child deserves to be outside every day
The arts are essential to our humanity
Excellence is possible for every child
Education is more than just the exchange of facts and information

Our school values put the Waldorf philosophy into practice!

Relationship-Based Education: We create a network of deep, lasting relationships that build confidence and self-sufficiency.
Appreciation for the Natural World: We extend the classroom into the outdoors, translating joy-filled learning into wonder and appreciation for the natural world.
Learning to Change the World: We strive to cultivate in our students a life-long love of learning and the capacities to selflessly contribute to a better world.
Learning in Community: We educate the entire family, adults consciously leading children and each other, to realize their full potential and become their best selves.

The Waldorf approach is developmentally appropriate and time-tested. Waldorf education is changing the world every day and has been preparing children around the globe to meet the future for over 100 years.

Aurora Waldorf School Mission Statement

“Providing a place where children love to learn, educating children for all aspects of life, and fostering capacities within to become successful, self-assured adults who contribute to a better world.”