Portland Waldorf School Early Childhood Program

Overview

Waldorf education for young learners emphasizing play-based learning, rhythm, and developmental appropriateness. Located in Milwaukie/SE Portland area.

Age Groups

• Parent & Child Classes: birth to 3 years
• Nursery: 2 to 3 years
• Preschool: 3 to 4.5 years
• Mixed-Age Kindergarten: 4 to 6 years

Programs

Parent & Child Classes:
- Connection opportunity for parents and caregivers
- Ages 0-3, offered fall/winter/spring

Nursery:
- Half-day: 8:45 AM – 12:45 PM
- Full-day: 8:45 AM – 2:45 PM
- 2, 3, or 5 days weekly options

Preschool:
- Half-day: 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
- Full-day: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
- Flexible scheduling

Philosophy

Rhythm, warmth, nourishment, and engagement in joyful work. Hand-eye coordination, attention span, pattern awareness, and language appreciation.

Contact

Phone: 503-654-2200
Website: https://www.portlandwaldorf.org