“By the time [Waldorf students] reach us at the college and university level, these students are grounded broadly and deeply and have a remarkable enthusiasm for learning. Such students possess the eye of the discoverer, and the compassionate heart of the reformer which, when joined to a task, can change the planet.”

Arthur Zajonc, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Physics Amherst College

Dear Parents,

First of all, thank you for considering Waldorf School of the Peninsula for the education of your most precious of gift, your child. We look forward to meeting your family.

For all applicants we ask that you first attend one of our Tuesday tours to see our school, meet our staff, and get answers to any questions you may have about Waldorf education. The admissions procedure begins with the completion of an application form (pdf). A non-refundable fee is payable when the initial application for enrollment is made.

Upon application to the school, parents are asked either to provide previous school records or to sign a release allowing the school to request records from the previous school. The designated class teacher and, in some cases, the educational support teacher review these records to determine the placement of the student. A child is officially accepted following an enrollment interview, at which time the teacher meets with parent(s) and child to discuss whether the family and school have compatible educational goals. Grade level is determined by the child's birth date.

I look forward meeting you on one of our tours. If you have any further questions about our procedure please don't hesitate to contact me.

With warm regards,

Tanya Kudar
Enrollment Director

PS: Many parents ask, "Which grade is my child old (or young) enough to attend?" Below is a list of the grades and the appropriate age levels for each:

Grade	Age by June 1	Age During School Year
Nursery	2.9 years and potty trained	3-4
Kindergarten	4.5 - 5.11 years	4.9 - 6
1	6	6-7
2	7	7-8
3	8	8-9
4	9	9-10
5	10	10-11
6	11	11-12
7	12	12-13
8	13	13-14