Waldorf is an holistic education with a creative, developmentally appropriate and academically rigorous approach. It aims to develop a child's emotional, spiritual, physical and academic potential equally. This 'Head, Heart and Hands' approach helps children enjoy learning, be happy at school and develop the life skills needed to thrive in a fast changing world.
Schools are inclusive and non-selective. The curriculum is interdisciplinary and uniquely interweaves artistic and physical activities with academic learning in all subjects including science and maths. Teaching takes into account the distinct stages of child development so that when, how and what children are taught engages with the way they learn. Formal learning starts at age six allowing time for the youngest children to develop through play, imitation and exploration fostering a sense of wellbeing and emotional resilience. The learning environment is one of warmth, empathy and appreciation building confidence without the need for high-stakes testing. In the upper school, a focus on questioning, discussion and research enables Waldorf students not only to obtain the qualifications needed for university, apprenticship or work but also to have the capacity to be creative, curious, collaborative thinkers, strong communicators and imaginative innovators. Waldorf education prepares young people for life in the widest sense.
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They are engaged and excited about school
We've been delighted with the Waldorf approach to education. We live in London and our two children, now 12 and 14, have been with their school since their primary years and truly love their experience.
The holistic approach coupled with the academic depth given to learning means they are always engaged and excited about school and feel a real drive and ownership of their progress. Whilst both have very different personalities and styles of learning, they are both thriving in their Waldorf school and we're excited that they will be able to progress on to university with a recognised Waldorf qualification.
31 Mar 2026
A growing body of international research is raising wider concerns that higher levels of screen use in the classroom may be undermining children's learning and development.
27 Mar 2026
Waldorf UK today welcomed the government’s announcement highlighting the importance of reducing screen time for the youngest children, describing it as a positive and timely step in supporting children’s healthy development.
12 Jan 2026
New research from the University of Winchester has found that the core practices of Steiner Waldorf education are strongly supported by international evidence and highly relevant to today’s school system