Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

At Waldorf School of the Peninsula, we nurture a living culture of continuous learning, where we honor each individual’s unique gifts and perspectives.  Understanding of diverse identities, cultures, and viewpoints takes priority.  We are committed to fostering a community of belonging, defined by mutual respect, which ensures all members of our school are part of a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. We approach communication with empathy, emphasizing active listening and professionalism. An equity mindset guides our efforts to address systemic inequalities, with a focus on creating fair, inclusive practices for learning and work. Through ongoing personal development, we embrace self-reflection, continually examining our own biases and privileges. 

We acknowledge that Rudolf Steiner, founder of Waldorf education (1919), offered many profound insights that support the value and dignity of each human being and form the foundation of our organization’s histories and worldview.  We unequivocally denounce any and all language or ideology of Rudolf Steiner that suggests or alludes to racial, gender, and religious hierarchy, or any other statements of a similar nature. These ideas are contrary to WSP’s values of equity, inclusion, and justice for all. We commit to furthering Waldorf Education with a critical awareness of history, building authentic relationships, supporting those who may be marginalized, and actively creating an educational environment where everyone can thrive.

In this work, we evoke Steiner‘s Motto of the Social Ethic:

The healing social life is found only

When, in the mirror of each soul,

The whole community finds its reflection,

And when, in the whole community,

The virtue of each one is living.