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 Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
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
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
157 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students 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
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic 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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