Brooklyn Waldorf School Photo #7 - First Grade classroom

Brooklyn Waldorf School

At Brooklyn Waldorf School, we educate our students as whole individuals, providing for their academic success and the development of their artistic capacities, emotional intelligence, and physical knowledge of our world.
BWS fosters a purposeful and well-rounded learning experience, prioritizing a strong sense of community-belonging among students, families, and educators.
BWS was founded in 2005 by a small and energized body of educators and families dedicated to providing exceptional and adaptive Waldorf education to New York City children.
Guided by a commitment to communitarian values and relational care, our founders strived to expand upon Rudolf Steiner's pedagogic principles, cultivating a compassionate and sustainable model of Waldorf education that meaningfully reflects our diverse city.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
2005
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Brooklyn Waldorf School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit our website to see tuition for 2025-2026: www.brooklynwaldorf.org
% on Financial Aid
40%
Admissions Director
Sheila Shaw
Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered
2 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Orchestra


Recreational Athletic Programs:
Capoeira

School Notes

  • https://www.brooklynwaldorf.org/about-us/aboutbws
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Brooklyn Waldorf School offer a summer program?
Yes, Brooklyn Waldorf School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Brooklyn Waldorf School offer?
Brooklyn Waldorf School offers 2 interscholastic sports: Basketball and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Brooklyn Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Brooklyn Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Waldorf School located?
Brooklyn Waldorf School is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 9 other private schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 157 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $22,216 for elementary schools and $25,207 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 76% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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