New Amsterdam School (2026-27 Profile)

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About the School

Founded in 2006, New Amsterdam School's East Village campus is a warm community that nourishes children and their families through parent-child programs, nursery, preschool, and kindergarten programs.
Teachers integrate art, movement, and music into the daily life of our students, igniting the imagination and awakening a life-long joy in learning.
Our modern, innovative approach to Waldorf education inspires reverence for the natural world, for one's self, and for others, while building foundational practical, social, and cognitive skills.
In our Early Childhood program, children thrive in self-directed play, music, games, baking, painting, and abundant time in nature.
They freely explore the world around them, developing fine and gross motor skills, social skills, and self-knowledge that lay the groundwork for future social and academic success.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Waldorf School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 30 students
Yearly Tuition: $32,000
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Waldorf School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	New Amsterdam School
Nursery	10
Pre-K	10
Kind	10

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Year Founded

2006

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Student Body

Total Students

30 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

25%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

4:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

60%

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$32,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition range from $20,000 - $38,000 depending upon enrollment and program.

Summer Program Cost

$850

Summer Program Cost Notes

Weekly Summer Camp cost

% on Financial Aid

60%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$10,000

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Jeannie McGartland

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

Parent-Child Seedlings (10-Week Sessions) Ages 6 months - 24 months

Seedlings is a warm welcome to Waldorf education and is a nurturing program for both parents and children. Our group classes support healthy physical, social, and emotional development through activities specially designed for stages of the very young child, including songs, games, and finger-plays, and baking. Each class also includes time for conversation and parenting support.

Maples Parent-Child Bridge Program - Ages 24 - 36 months

Maples is a wonderful introduction to the Waldorf early childhood classroom curriculum and our school community. Led by an experienced Waldorf teacher, the children take part in free play, bread-baking, snack preparation, and circle time with nursery rhymes, songs, finger plays, and stories. Parents have the opportunity to work on simple crafts and to engage in the study of child development. Children, parents, and teachers enjoy a nutritious organic snack and outside time together. Parents will stay with their children in the classroom until their child is ready for a bit of separation.

Willow Class - Ages 2 - 3 years

The Willow Class nurtures children as they develop independence and self-confidence in the classroom. A typical day includes self-directed play, music, movement and linguistic games, circle time, baking, seasonal crafts, doll-making, storytelling, and puppetry. Hands-on activities transform a child`s sensory experiences into an intimate knowledge of themselves and the world around them. By participating in creative and practical work, children develop fine and gross motor skills, executive function, socialization, and the concentration necessary for educational and social success later on.

Linden Class - Ages 4 - 6 years

Children ages 4-6 enter our Linden Class find a space where they can confidently move, play and explore with experienced educators prepared to support their development with a peaceful, caring approach. Our kindergarten offers a nurturing rhythm that is balanced between lively and quiet activities, and that reflects the child`s need for active play, meaningful social interaction, and attentive focus. Free play, songs, movement games, snack preparation and cleanup, circle, nature exploration, seasonal crafts,doll-making,storytelling, and puppetry weave the pattern of the day.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does New Amsterdam School cost?

New Amsterdam School's tuition is approximately $32,000 for private students and $850 for summer students.

What is the acceptance rate of New Amsterdam School?

The acceptance rate of New Amsterdam School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 76%.

Does New Amsterdam School offer a summer program?

Yes, New Amsterdam School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for New Amsterdam School?

The application deadline for New Amsterdam School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Calendar

View the New Amsterdam School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

First Day of School 26/27

September 09, 2026 (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break (NO SCHOOL)

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Last Day of School (1pm Dismissal for all)

June 16, 2027 (Wednesday)

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (3 reviews)

5 2/15/2021

Our daughter was two when she first attended parent child at New Amsterdam School and we have been a part of the community for the past 7 years. It has been her second home where she feels safe, free, respected and loved. The teachers are committed in their work to understand each child. The neighborhood garden and local parks is where the children play and enjoy a bit of nature twice a day, every day. Our daughter has grown to be a strong and caring person who experiences school life in a balanced, wholesome way, where she works diligently in all academic subjects and plays vigorously with friends whom she has developed strong relationships with through the years. NAS has provided support for us as we navigated parenthood. During these trying times of COVID, NAS has been open for full day learning. The small class sizes allowed for appropriate social distancing, where our daughter can attend school in person. It is important to experience the social aspects of learning and we feel truly grateful she continues to.

- Posted by Parent - parent of 8 year old

5 1/29/2021

My son who is 8 and daughter who is 5 currently attends New Amsterdam School and I am grateful for the care and attention that my children receive as individuals. This school looks at the whole individual child and nourishes their unique development. An emphasis is placed on learning with natural materials such as wood and beeswax. My children are currently learning Japanese and Spanish. New Amsterdam has mastered balancing learning with intention and focus with outdoor play and movement. This balance understands that a child is a child who yearns to move and play while harnessing a love to learn and focus.

- Posted by Parent - Helena

5 11/9/2017

Our girls have attended New Amsterdam School for four years now and we are delighted with the school! The teachers are truly caring and extremely skilled. The school feels like a beautiful second home to us. The children get plenty of outdoor time every day; they bake bread and make soup; they enjoy story telling, singing, movement, second languague, and pupet shows on a daily basis.

- Posted by Parent - Guta

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