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Get To Know UsExperience the difference in Waldorf education; learn how we prepare our students for the future. Visit Our SchoolWhat is Waldorf?Richmond Waldorf School offers a full spectrum of traditional subjects through arts-integrated academics and hands-on, full-sensory experiences. Get StartedRichmond Waldorf School - Field TripRichmond Waldorf School - Field Games

Established in 1996, Richmond Waldorf School is a not-for-profit, independent private school in Richmond, Virginia offering a parent/toddler program (18 months to 3 years old), mixed-age kindergarten (3 to 6 years old), elementary school (grades 1-5), and middle school (grades 6-8). We are one of over 1,000 Waldorf schools worldwide that offer a holistic-inspired approach to education that cultivates a lifelong love of learning.


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Richmond Waldorf School welcomes students, families, faculty, staff, and guests of all races, ethnicities, cultural and religious heritages, socio-economic backgrounds, geographic origins, gender identities, sexual orientations, and family structures. We educate our students to respect the dignity of all people and we reject discrimination in all its forms. We seek to create, embrace, support, and nurture a diverse and inclusive community where everyone feels respected, connected, honored, and valued.


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“The need for imagination, a sense of truth, and a feeling of responsibility—these three forces are the very nerve of education.”

—Rudolf Steiner

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In Waldorf education, the relationship between teacher and student doesn’t end after one year, it grows. Teacher looping means walking alongside a child for years, watching seeds become roots become wings. This is education built on knowing a child, not just teaching one. With that in mind, we are excited to share that after guiding our 8th graders with wisdom, heart, and dedication, Rachel Davis will begin a brand new journey next year as our 1st grade teacher. A 2008 James Madison University graduate, Rachel continued on to receive a Master of Education from Hunter College. Beginning in 2013, she taught Kindergarten through 3rd grade in the New York and Philadelphia public school systems. Upon making the happy return to Richmond with her family in 2019, Rachel began exploring philosophies of education that felt right for her two young children. Soon after, she discovered Richmond Waldorf School, and has since found a home here both professionally and as a proud parent. From graduation to early literacy, Rachel brings the same depth of care to every age. We can’t wait to see the magic she creates with our littlest learners! #waldorfeducation #firstgrade #middleschool

In Waldorf education, the relationship between teacher and student doesn’t end after one year, it grows. Teacher looping means walking alongside a child for years, watching seeds become roots become wings. This is education built on knowing a child, not just teaching one.

With that in mind, we are excited to share that after guiding our 8th graders with wisdom, heart, and dedication, Rachel Davis will begin a brand new journey next year as our 1st grade teacher.

A 2008 James Madison University graduate, Rachel continued on to receive a Master of Education from Hunter College. Beginning in 2013, she taught Kindergarten through 3rd grade in the New York and Philadelphia public school systems. Upon making the happy return to Richmond with her family in 2019, Rachel began exploring philosophies of education that felt right for her two young children. Soon after, she discovered Richmond Waldorf School, and has since found a home here both professionally and as a proud parent.

From graduation to early literacy, Rachel brings the same depth of care to every age. We can’t wait to see the magic she creates with our littlest learners! #waldorfeducation #firstgrade #middleschool
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Yesterday, Joanna Lee, the 2025-2026 Poet Laureate of Richmond, visited the 7th grade class as a part of their creative writing main lesson block. She did a poetry reading and spent the period with our students, answering questions and listening to samples of their work. The class even got the opportunity to preview a poem that Richmond City will publish soon for Women’s History month! Thank you to Joanna and Ms Delbridge for bringing this opportunity to our students! 💕📝 #middleschool #creativewriting #experientiallearning

Yesterday, Joanna Lee, the 2025-2026 Poet Laureate of Richmond, visited the 7th grade class as a part of their creative writing main lesson block. She did a poetry reading and spent the period with our students, answering questions and listening to samples of their work. The class even got the opportunity to preview a poem that Richmond City will publish soon for Women’s History month! Thank you to Joanna and Ms Delbridge for bringing this opportunity to our students! 💕📝 #middleschool #creativewriting #experientiallearning...

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We hope to see you this evening at 5:30pm in the gym for a state of the school conversation with Executive Director, Andrew Ross. You’ll hear about: - Playscape project - School-wide renovation concepts - School finances and priorities - 2030 Strategic Path updates

We hope to see you this evening at 5:30pm in the gym for a state of the school conversation with Executive Director, Andrew Ross. You’ll hear about:

- Playscape project
- School-wide renovation concepts
- School finances and priorities
- 2030 Strategic Path updates
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Join us on February 23rd for our community conversation and Q and A. Executive Director Andrew Ross will update us on the current state of the school while also looking ahead to our long-term goals and addressing our progress along the 2030 Strategic Path. Food and childcare will be provided. RSVP using the link in stories!

Join us on February 23rd for our community conversation and Q and A. Executive Director Andrew Ross will update us on the current state of the school while also looking ahead to our long-term goals and addressing our progress along the 2030 Strategic Path. Food and childcare will be provided. RSVP using the link in stories!...

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Join us on February 23rd for our community conversation and Q and A. Executive Director Andrew Ross will update us on the current state of the school while also looking ahead to our long-term goals and addressing our progress along the 2030 Strategic Path. Food and childcare will be provided. RSVP using the link in stories!

Join us on February 23rd for our community conversation and Q and A. Executive Director Andrew Ross will update us on the current state of the school while also looking ahead to our long-term goals and addressing our progress along the 2030 Strategic Path. Food and childcare will be provided. RSVP using the link in stories!...

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Congratulations to our boys and girls basketball teams for their successful seasons! The boys team finished in 2nd place with a 5 - 2 record. They’ll be competing in the semi-final game of the playoffs tonight (2/11) at 5:00pm against St. Bridget’s here at RWS. The girls team finished in 3rd place with a 4 - 2 record. They’ll be competing in the first round of the playoffs this Saturday (2/14) at 11:00am against St. Edward’s at Veritas. Come on out to cheer on our teams! Go Gnomes!

Congratulations to our boys and girls basketball teams for their successful seasons!

The boys team finished in 2nd place with a 5 - 2 record. They’ll be competing in the semi-final game of the playoffs tonight (2/11) at 5:00pm against St. Bridget’s here at RWS.

The girls team finished in 3rd place with a 4 - 2 record. They’ll be competing in the first round of the playoffs this Saturday (2/14) at 11:00am against St. Edward’s at Veritas.

Come on out to cheer on our teams! Go Gnomes!
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  • About Us
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    • What is Waldorf
    • Faculty & Administration
    • Mission, Vision, & Values
    • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Justice
    • Our History
    • Employment
    • Accreditation
    • Governance
    • Blog
  • Our Programs
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    • Parent-Toddler Program
    • Early Childhood, Ages 3-6
    • Elementary School, Grades 1-5
    • Middle School, Grades 6-8
    • After-School Care
    • Athletic Programs
    • Summer Programs
  • Admissions
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    • Visit Our School
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