Joining Our Community

Our admissions process is designed to help both you and us determine whether Waldorf is the right fit for your child and family. Through a straightforward and thorough process, we aim to ensure the best fit for children, the family, and the class community.

How to Apply

Start a Conversation

Submit an inquiry with basic information about your family and your program interests. We will arrange time for a conversation or a tour.

Tour Our School

Get a feel for daily life at Waldorf. Tours are generally less than 1 hour. Most families know right away whether it feels like a good fit.

Submit an Application

After your visit, complete our online application.

Attend a Meet and Greet

Meet with a teacher to discuss readiness for joining their classroom.

Enrollment Decision

We'll notify you of our decision and, if accepted, guide you through the enrollment process.

Additional Information

Open Enrollment

We accept applications throughout the year based on availability.

Wait Pool

For classes that are full, we maintain a wait pool. This allows us to consider fit rather than simply first-come-first-served.

IEP Students

Students with an IEP should enroll by June 1 to ensure services are in place for fall.

Trial Period

New enrollments include an 8-week adjustment period for everyone to ensure the right fit.

Before & Aftercare

Available for working families, maintaining the same warmth and approach as our regular program. Contact admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org for details.

Sliding Scale Tuition

We believe Waldorf education should be accessible. Grades 1-8 and 5-day Kindergarten offer income-based tuition. Calculate your tuition

View Our Anti-Discrimination Policy (PDF)

School District Registration: All students of kindergarten age or older must be registered with their local school district, even if enrolled in a private school. This ensures proper allocation of funds for textbooks, nursing services, and transportation.

Health Requirements: In accordance with NYS law, all visiting and accepted students must provide up-to-date vaccination records and a physical examination summary.