Orchard Valley Waldorf School is an Independent Waldorf school in Central Vermont, serving birth to three, PreK and Kindergarten and Elementary and Middle School grades on our beautiful campuses near Montpelier, Vermont.
Preschool · Kindergarten · Grades 1 to 8 · Ages 0 to 6
The map lists 3 schools in Vermont. 3 are members of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America: Lake Champlain Waldorf School, Orchard Valley Waldorf School, Upper Valley Waldorf School.
Where are the Waldorf schools and kindergartens in Vermont?+
They are spread across 4 towns and cities. They include East Montpelier, Northfield, Quechee and Shelburne. The map at the top of this page shows every one.
Is there a Waldorf kindergarten or playgroup in Vermont?+
Yes. The map lists 1 kindergarten or playgroup here, including Rainbow Gardens (Northfield). Many schools also run their own kindergarten and parent-and-child groups, so it is worth asking the schools listed above too.
Can I homeschool the Waldorf way in Vermont?+
Yes. Homeschooling is legal in Vermont. What you need to do, such as any notice to the authorities, records or assessment, is set out on our Vermont homeschool requirements page, which we keep up to date. Many families here combine homeschooling with a local kindergarten, parent-and-child group or co-op.
A place is called a Waldorf school or kindergarten here only when its national association lists it as a member. We check those lists ourselves and date the check.
Everything else is a place that describes its own approach as Waldorf-inspired. Many are lovely, and some are on their way to membership, so it is worth asking them.
If there is a school near you, go and see it
Most schools and kindergartens hold open mornings, and many run parent-and-child groups for the youngest. A visit tells you more than any page can. If there is no school within reach, or it is not the right fit, you can still bring the same rhythm, stories and handwork into your home.