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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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
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
🌟 How Waldorf Graduates are Shaping the Future of Work 🌟
🔑 Critical Thinking: Waldorf students excel at problem-solving, making them adaptable and strategic in any field.
💬 Effective Communication: Clear, confident communicators ready for leadership and collaboration.
🤝 Empathy & Collaboration: Leading with purpose, compassion, and teamwork.
💡 Why it matters: Waldorf graduates don’t just succeed—they become innovative leaders who drive meaningful change in the workplace and beyond. 🌱✨
Curious how Waldorf education sets students up for success? Click the link in our bio to learn more!
⏳ Last chance! The Richmond Waldorf School Spring Silent Auction closes tonight at 8pm!
This is your final window to bid on 50+ amazing items and experiences — all while giving back to the RWS community.
A heartfelt thank you to the generous donors — local businesses, teachers, and families — who made this auction possible. We’re so grateful for your support!
https://rws.schoolauction.net/rwsspringauction
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At Richmond Waldorf School, we take a different path—one that waits to introduce formal academics until 1st grade. And we’ve seen the results: confident, capable students who love learning.
Our Early Childhood program fosters creativity, cooperation, and imagination. Focused creative play, rich storytelling, goal-oriented tasks, and healthy social interactions provide the foundation for future academic excellence and personal well-being, laying a foundation that is joyful, not forced. 🌟
#whywewait #richmondwaldorf
🤠 Saddle up, middle schoolers — it’s time to dance!
Join us for a Western Dance this Saturday in the school gym from 6–8:30pm! 🎶💃🕺
🎟️ Admission is $10 at the door
🍕 Snacks, drinks, and pizza available for purchase
📱 Scan the QR code on the flyer or hit the link in our bio for more info!
Dust off your boots and get ready for a fun night with friends!
#rwsdance #middleschoolfun #westernnight #richmondwaldorfschool #rvaevents
We’re nearing the end of our school tour season, where you can see RWS in action and filled with students! Come explore RWS and discover what makes Waldorf education so special. Limited spaces are still available for the 2025-2026 school year— schedule your visit today at www.richmondwaldorf.com/visit-us or reach out to Alexandra Mazères at to learn more!
🌿 How has nature-based learning impacted your child? 🌿
We’d love to hear from you! Parents, how have you seen the benefits of nature-based learning in your child’s growth? Drop a comment below! ⬇️
Want to learn more? Click the link in our bio to read the full blog post! 🌱✨
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