Waldorf School of Princeton

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At the Waldorf School of Princeton, a human approach to education is at the heart of the school's curriculum and programs.
Our caring and masterful teachers draw on their expertise in child development to come to know the unique nature of each child and group of children in the classes they hold.
They carefully craft an engaging, interdisciplinary curriculum - balancing the academic, the artistic, and the practical - that invites students to connect to themselves, to each other, and to the world around them.
Through the experiences of this unique curriculum and the challenges it offers, our students develop the real skills that lead to creative and innovative futures. .

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,030
  • Acceptance rate: 72%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1983

Student Body

Total Students
149 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
2%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Waldorf School of Princeton Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
47%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Flex Tuition Assistance available for Grade School. For more information about tuition and fees, please visit our website: www.princetonwaldorf.org
% on Financial Aid
46%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,000
Acceptance Rate
72%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Director of Admissions and Marketing

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Recreational Athletic Programs:
circus arts

School Notes

  • At the Waldorf School of Princeton, a human approach to education is at the heart of the school's curriculum and programs. Our caring and masterful teachers draw on their expertise in child development to come to know the unique nature of each child and group of children in the classes they hold. They carefully craft an engaging, interdisciplinary curriculum - balancing the academic, the artistic, and the practical - that invites students to connect to themselves, to each other, and to the world around them. Through the experiences of this unique curriculum and the challenges it offers, our students develop the real skills that lead to creative and innovative futures.
  • The Waldorf School of Princeton, part of an independent educational movement of over 1,000 schools worldwide, is dedicated to recognizing the unique spirit of each child and inspiring our graduates to be inventive,skilled stewards of our shared world. We welcome you to visit our school and 20+ acres of campus serving as an extension of our classrooms.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Waldorf School of Princeton cost?
Waldorf School of Princeton's tuition is approximately $24,030 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Waldorf School of Princeton?
The acceptance rate of Waldorf School of Princeton is 72%, which is lower than the national average of 80%.
What sports does Waldorf School of Princeton offer?
Waldorf School of Princeton offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Cross Country.
When is the application deadline for Waldorf School of Princeton?
The application deadline for Waldorf School of Princeton is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (8 reviews)
5  
I have spent over two decades as an affiliated parent. I can unequivocally say that this institution is unique, vital and a true gift to the children who come every day it`s campus to learn. Parents enjoy partnerships with a class teacher who provides insights into their child they are unlikely to access in any other setting. Children get a sound foundation in academic, artistic, and practical skills rooted in a cohesive picture of the developing human being, rather than a checklist of academic goals based on the next standardized test. The community is a strong presence on campus with many festivals and occasions to bring families together creating bonds that last beyond the school years. The Waldorf School of Princeton should be on the shortlist for any family seeking an education for their child`s mind, body, and soul.
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5  
We cannot say enough about this school. It has and continues to be a truly awesome experience for both ourselves as parents and for our daughter as a student. They have helped our daughter blossom into a confident, empathetic, and friendly little person which she was struggling with before starting due to being painfully shy and unsure. It is not just down to the classroom environment though; it is due to in large part to the tireless efforts of the teachers to encourage and gently draw her out of her shell. We are so grateful to have found them.
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5  
We absolutely love WSP and recommend it to all of our friends, family, and neighbors. The education philosophy is to help children grow holistically rather than forcing them to learn things that they don't care for. The emphasis on the child's emotions health is strong and all of the teachers and staff are emotionally strong and capable of helping students. We have both of our kids attending this wonderful school and plan on keeping them here until 8th grade. Hopefully they can build a high school by then.
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5  
Moving my child to Waldorf Early Childhood program was one of the best decisions we've ever made. My very serious, anxious child has blossomed into a secure, resilient, joyful, creative kid who loves school. The teachers are exceptional and have taught us so much about how to parent well. From the moment we stepped on campus we knew this was the environment we wanted for our daughter. The campus is beautiful and restful. They spend a ton of time every day learning through outdoor play and engaging the natural world. Her imagination and creativity are cultivated through art and music and story-telling. The teachers do a beautiful job of building community, supporting individual needs, and teaching empathy. Every time I look into her classroom it's humming with joy and peace. I've never seen such content, grounded kids. Frankly, I wish I could spend my days there. If you are looking for a nurturing environment where your child will flourish, do yourself a favor and go tour the Waldorf School of Princeton.
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5  
This is more than just a school. It's a unique community of like minded families who work together to build a family. The draw for Waldorf for me is the goal of building great people vs building great test takers. The gift of a Waldorf education is one that I am happy to share with my child.
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5  
I vividly remember the day we first visited the school when my son was still new to walking. The way he srote into the yard behind the Golden House told us all we needed to know: He had come home. Words cannot express the depth of gratitude we feel for the ways the Waldorf School of Princeton and the academic community it sustains have contributed to our son's development as a student, as an artist, and as a human being and to our lives as a family. As with the notion of Ubuntu that we learn from South African Zulus, my son is who he is because of this community. We cannot imagine the person he would be now, and the adult he will become, without the nurturing cocoon the school gave him to take shape in. My son's roots reach down deep into the rich, nourishing soil the school has given him to grow in. I can imagine no surer foundation to stand on and build upon. He has been blessed, as has our whole family.
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5  
Nearly every day I hear a story that reminds me how grateful I am for Waldorf. I am not aware of any education that does a better job of preparing children for life. Beyond doing an excellent job of teaching core academics, the Waldorf School of Princeton has taught my son to believe in his own abilities; that he can do just about anything with perseverence and time. He's hard wired for empathy; he know what he needs, and he wants to know what others need from him. Lessons always provide a perspective on context, so that by 8th grade I can see he's got a very good sense of how the pieces of the world fit together. The product: a smart, self-advocating teenager who doesn't cave at challenges, who advocates for himself and others, with strong relationships and an ability to figure out the answers to the many questions that spring from his curious mind. Visit the Waldorf School of Princeton - you might just have one of the best experiences of your life. We did.
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5  
The Waldorf School of Princeton has given our daughter a rigorous, disciplined education where the arts and movement play an integral part making the lessons come alive. Waldorf pedagogy is based on thoughtful insights into child development (physical, emotional and spiritual) that meets students at their precise stage of development so that lessons can be deeply and completely learned. The tools of technology and media exposure are sidelined in favor of giving each child a greater opportunity to become completely immersed in the experience of their education. The product - seen at the 8th Grade graduation when each child addresses the assembly - is an unusually mature, poised and enthusiastic high-school student who invariably succeeds in whatever they do. We are so fortunate that our daughter is at this school!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 149 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $24,030
  • Acceptance rate: 72%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Princeton, NJ is $30,304 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Princeton, NJ is 64% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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