Waldorf Education
Waldorf education connects the mind, body and soul into students' learning. From Grades 1 to 8, the same teacher stays with the students. The main lessons taught include English, Math, Geography, History & Science. The central theme to each main lesson is The Arts. In Waldorf schools, educators integrate a lot of rhythm, movement, arts & crafts, music and drama in their teaching. This active way of learning promotes student engagement.
"I think that it is not exaggerated to say that no other educational system in the world gives such a central role to the arts as the Waldorf School Movement. There is not a subject taught that does not have an artistic aspect. Even mathematics is presented in an artistic fashion and related via dance, movement or drawing to the child as a whole. Steiner’s system of education is built on the premise that art is an integral part of human endeavors. He gives it back its true role. Anything that can be done to further his revolutionary educational ideals will be of the greatest importance.” - Konrad Oberhuber, Professor of Fine Arts, Harvard University
"I think that it is not exaggerated to say that no other educational system in the world gives such a central role to the arts as the Waldorf School Movement. There is not a subject taught that does not have an artistic aspect. Even mathematics is presented in an artistic fashion and related via dance, movement or drawing to the child as a whole. Steiner’s system of education is built on the premise that art is an integral part of human endeavors. He gives it back its true role. Anything that can be done to further his revolutionary educational ideals will be of the greatest importance.” - Konrad Oberhuber, Professor of Fine Arts, Harvard University
There are currently eleven Waldorf school locations in Ontario.
Below are some school sites. By clicking on the button, a new window will pop-up.
Below are some school sites. By clicking on the button, a new window will pop-up.