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The Difference

Rich academics, fine and practical arts, experiential learning and land stewardship come together with a dedicated community, purposeful work and joy. Our approach is unhurried and intentional, meeting each child at their unique stage of development.

The Choice

Choose the path that celebrates your child and offers them a healthy journey to well-developed capacities - intellectual, social, emotional, creative, and physical.

The Journey

Hartsbrook offers Waldorf Education for children just born through twelfth grade. Academics, arts, experiential learning and land stewardship come together with a dedicated community, purposeful work, and joy. Our programs will nurture and support your child on their journey to becoming life-long learners.

From Our Community

I love that Hartsbrook has helped my children to see the world as a place of goodness, to appreciate their worth as individuals and to deal with challenges head on. In all interactions there is deep integrity, graciousness and joy.

Parent -Baby Classes

Together we will learn how to observe and meet a baby’s needs at different developmental stages, and how to create a home life that supports healthy and joyful growth. We enroll “expecting parents” into this class as well as parents with babies up to 18 months.

Parent -Child Classes

Parents and children meet for a weekly class that gives a taste of the Waldorf Early Childhood program. Together we enjoy a morning of work and creative play, songs, outdoor time, and connection with each other. We offer a supportive environment for both child and parent during the early years of parenting.

Cricket in the Wood Outdoor Classes

Young children thrive on opportunities to connect with the wonder and freedom of the outdoors. In our outdoor class, parents and children take nature walks, collect leaves, make crafts, share a hot meal, and enjoy the company of other young families. A classroom is available for quiet time if needed.

Important Back to School "Things to do" - Please attend to these tasks before school begins!

COMPLETE STUDENT FORMS IN THE BIG SIS PARENT PORTAL You will soon be receiving instructions via email to log-in to BigSIS and submit your annual back-to-school forms. Please ensure that we have your most up-to-date contact information so it will be accurate in the School Directory (available in October)

Important Dates

We are currently planning to have these events, but please know that we are monitoring the situation with COVID-19 carefully and will communicate the health and safety measures necessary for these events.

Parent Child Program - Cricket on the Hearth

During the first years of life, children build a foundation of health that stays with them throughout their entire lives.

Kindergarten

In our Early Childhood classrooms, we provide rich exposure to language and culture through stories, songs and verses. Children experience social interactions through play and practical activity.

Forest Kindergarten

The Hartsbrook School’s Forest Kindergarten offers a sanctuary for childhood, tucked into the banks of a brook at the foot of the Seven Sisters Range. Here, the natural world provides a unique environment for the education of the whole child.

What is the Hartsbrook School Board of Directors?

The Hartsbrook School Board of Directors has identified the following committees of the Board as those which would appreciate and welcome community participation in vital aspects of the life and well-being of our school. We look forward to expanded collaboration within our community in order to continue to nourish and sustain Hartsbrook and Waldorf Education on behalf of our current and future students.

What is the Hartsbrook Handbook?

The Hartsbrook Handbook includes a history of Hartsbrook, an overview of Waldorf education and details of school governance and procedures. Information on “where to go with questions and concerns” can always be found here as well as details of school policies including our dress codes and media guidelines.

Where to drop off students in Hartsbrook Hall?

Students in Grades 1–12 may be dropped off in the turnaround loop at the main entrance of Hartsbrook Hall. Parking is not allowed in the loop, and cars may only idle as long as necessary to drop off students. If parents/guardians need to come into the building or have a conversation with someone, please park in the parking lots. Please use spaces efficiently and carpool when you can as space is limited. Parents are responsible for children on school grounds before arrival and after dismissal. Children are not allowed in the parking area unaccompanied by an adult.

When does morning recess start in Hartsbrook Hall?

Morning recess begins at 10:35 and ends at 10:55. All students must be outdoors by 10:45, unless they are excused by their teacher. Students who have not finished snack by 10:45 must bring their food outdoors and finish it, sitting at a designated location, before playing. Students who bring a note from home that they need to stay indoors for health reasons stay in the Hartsbrook Hall lobby.

When are parent teacher conferences?

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled in late October and early November. During a conference, parents and teachers review the student’s progress and discuss any questions that the parents may have. Additional conferences may be arranged with the teacher by request.

Does Hartsbrook School have parents?

Parent involvement has been key to the success of the Hartsbrook School since its founding. The school welcomes and encourages parents to take part in the life of the school. Parents may participate formally as members of committees or working groups, through the Family Association or as Class Parents. Meeting schedules for committees will be announced in the school Bulletin.

Can a parent attend an open house?

If a prospective parent/guardian cannot attend an Open House , a school visit can be arranged by contacting the Enrollment Office. This visit includes a tour of the school, short observations of classrooms, and an opportunity to discuss Waldorf education informally. After the school visit, the admissions process proceeds as follows:

Our Vision

The Hartsbrook School holds a vision in which our larger community is represented, reflected, and celebrated in our school – in race, economic situation, gender, sexuality, family composition, ability, nationality, religion, and more.

The IDEA Committee

Through a collaborative process among parents, Faculty Conference, and Board of Trustees, the school formed the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA) Committee in 2017. The committee is made up of teachers, parents and community members and meets once a month.