Santa Fe Waldorf School Current Status:
After 40 years of providing Waldorf education in Santa Fe, the Board of Trustees determined, due to low enrollment, that the School did not have sufficient revenue to sustain operations for the 2023-24 school year.
If you need a transcript please email info@santafewaldorf.org. In your transcript requests, please be sure to include the name of the person to whom the transcript(s) should be sent and their address(es), either email or physical address.
The Board of Trustees is managing the sale of the high school building and 5-acre property. The goal is to retain the lower school buildings, Hooper Hall and surrounding 8-acre property. If you are interested in joining the Board, please email board@santafewaldorf.org.
Waldorf Education Initiatives and Summer Programs!
There are many possibilities being discussed about the future of Waldorf education and how the Santa Fe Waldorf School campus can be best utilized for the Santa Fe community.
Early Childhood Classroom for 2024-25 School Year
We are excited to announce a sweet reseeding of the land with the simple beauty and rhythm of a Waldorf Early Childhood class. After a season of quiet dreaming, this offering is inspired by the heartfelt desire from the community to come together again and enliven our imaginations anew.
The program is open for students 3-6 years old, based on potty training and school readiness. Class will begin the week of September 3, 2024 and end May 30, 2025. It will be a 5 day class, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with early dismissal on Friday at 1:30 pm.
*New offering! Families of 3-4 year olds can choose a 3-day option, T-Th or a half day option, M-Th from 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Please print and fill out the application, include a check made out to the Santa Fe Waldorf School for $50 and mail it to:
EC at SFWS
26 Puesta del Sol
Santa Fe, NM 87508
A deposit of $600 plus $490 in materials fees will be due by July 1.
* Deposits and fees will be fully refundable if we do not have the required enrollment to sustain this program.
The Teachers will receive your applications and then set a time to meet with you and your child. We will do our best to accommodate all who are interested and committed to the developmental wisdom of the Waldorf curriculum. We are always happy to engage in conversation around your child. Please send any questions to kwhitcomb@santafewaldorf.org.
Charter School Option
A group of former Waldorf parents and teachers of SFWS have formed a Waldorf Charter Committee. They have submitted a ‘Notice of Intent to Submit a Charter Application’ to the NMPED for a Waldorf Charter School in Santa Fe located on the original campus of the former Santa Fe Waldorf School on Puesta Del Sol. The Notice of Intent, which outlines the goals and pedagogy of our proposed Charter School, can be found here.
If you are interested in joining the Waldorf Charter committee, please email dwendland@santafewaldorf.org
Community support will be needed for the Community Input Hearing. Attending and speaking at the hearing is a powerful way to contribute to the realization of this new public Waldorf initiative. The hearing is July 10 from 9-11 a.m. at Mabry Hall, located in the Jerry Apodaca Education Building.
Community Council
A group of former Waldorf parents and teachers and home-school parents are exploring how to provide enrichment opportunities, such as festivals and after school programming, for Santa Fe families and home-school groups who are interested Waldorf education. To date, the council has organized an advent festival in December and a Mayfaire.
If you are interested in council activities, please email info@santafewaldorf.org.
Summer Programs 2024
Former Waldorf teachers are offering the following summer programs:
Parent & Child Classes with Ms. Jill
Summer Sunbeams 1 - For mixed ages 1-3 years old
Toddlers who have taken first steps enjoy gentle mornings with a care provider. Indoor time offers a space for singing and games together. This is a beginning awareness of peers and community provider. Outdoor activity is time to explore in the garden or to enjoy sand and water play. Snack is provided. $225 for the Session
June 4-July 23, Tuesday mornings 9:30-11:30 a.m. *No class the week of July 4th
Sunbeams 2 - For ages 3-4 yr old or late 2, turning 3 soon
Outdoor free play, craft, and circle time may be enjoyed with a parent or care provider. Story time may allow a moment for the child to experience a group time with the teacher, depending upon readiness. Snack is provided. $225 for the Session
June 6-July 25, Thursdays 9:30-11:45 a.m. *No class the week of July 4th
Summer Moonbeams and Baby’s Dreams
New and expecting parents explore new life cycles and build community along the path of parenting as we share topics. Observation of baby’s play and developmental movements will support quality family time together. Gentle songs and touching games, rhymes and lullabies offer comfort and nurturing for daily rhythms. $215 for the Session
Coming in August!
Woodworking Workshop with Fletcher Lathrop
Open from 5th graders to adults. Depending on their experience and skill level, students will make bowls, spoons, animals (such as a rabbit, bear, dolphin, a tiger, or even an elephant) dovetailed cedar pencil boxes or stools. There will be ample opportunity for innovation.
Session 1: June 17 - 21, 2024
Session 2: June 24 - 28, 2024
Hours: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $140, Walk-ins welcome @ $15/hr
Please email Mr. Lathrop with your interest at flathrop@santafewaldorf.org
Music Program with Lee Harvey
Are you looking to refine or learn new skills and make incredible music with others? Santa Fe School of Music is offering two separate, week long music sessions for elementary, middle, and high school students who play a string or wind instrument. Sessions are led by professional musicians and educators for students of all levels. Come play with us!!
Session 1: July 8 - 12, 2024
Session 2: July 15 - 19, 2024
Learn more at santafeschoolofmusic.org
Rent Space on the Santa Fe Waldorf Campus!
There are Eight Classrooms and the Hooper Hall event space available to rent. Please email info@santafewaldorf.org to inquire.