Ithaca Waldorf School vs. Eac Montessori School
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School Overview
Overview
Ithaca Waldorf School serves 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, is a member of the State or regional independent school association and the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America.
The student:teacher of Ithaca Waldorf School is 4:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
The mission of our school is to inspire the development of children toward becoming independent, responsible, contributing individuals, in a safe, supportive, culturally diverse environment that gives them the freedom to explore, cooperate, create, and become.
In doing so we strive for the child to become one who seeks a personal vision, who uses their talents and skills to enrich individual and community life.
We educate children in an atmosphere which promotes respect and dignity for themselves, for others, and for the world in which we live.
The Montessori approach to education is a holistic one, offering not only a rigorous academic curriculum but addressing as well the spiritual, emotional, physical, and social needs of the child.
We celebrate meaningful traditions. We honor the sanctity of each person's spirit.
Grades Offered
PK-8
PK-8
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Learning Difference Programs
n/a
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
n/a
All kinds of learning differences supported
Year Founded
2008
1979
Students Body
Total Students
57 students
241 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
29%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Pre-K Students
12
48
Kindergarten Students
9
22
Grade 1 Students
2
30
Grade 2 Students
3
25
Grade 3 Students
8
22
Grade 4 Students
3
17
Grade 5 Students
6
27
Grade 6 Students
2
23
Grade 7 Students
4
14
Grade 8 Students
8
13
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
21 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
n/a
33%
Average Class Size
n/a
24
Teacher : Student Ratio
1:4
1:11
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
None / Rolling
% on Financial Aid
n/a
15%
Acceptance Rate
n/a
95%
Admissions Director
n/a
LIsa R. Smith