Admissions
A Private, Independent Education of the Highest Quality
Application forms? Teacher evaluations? Financial aid? Our Admission staff is here to guide you and your family through the admission and financial aid process. Here you will find important dates, deadlines, and forms, and an open invitation to call us at any time with questions. Since nothing takes the place of an in-person visit, we encourage you to make an appointment to come by the School and see our extraordinary students and teachers in action.
“What an incredible, artistic, diverse learning environment! Everything important I learned, I learned as a child at the Waldorf School of Garden City. Incredible teachers and staff, they breathe life into every aspect of learning and helping children grow.”
—Alumnus
Our School
Our Farm
Welcome to the Waldorf School of Garden City’s Middle School!
We are an independent school with two beautiful campuses: one in the heart of Garden City, New York, and a 250-acre farm in Marlborough, New Hampshire. At the Waldorf School of Garden City, we work hard to deliver the tangible elements of an exceptional educational experience, but what makes our school unique is intangible. Parents and students tell us that they feel a particular kind of energy when they walk through our doors: an openness and warmth that reflects our values and culture.
We invite you to discover what makes the Waldorf School of Garden City so extraordinary: our curriculum; the diversity of our community; and above all, our mission: to shape the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world.
“This is a place where I realize that I invariably feel better after I have visited, no matter the time of day, year, or situation that I find myself to be there for. After graduating one child already, and two more here now, I feel the Waldorf School of Garden City has prepared and continues to prepare the children in their charge to become engaged and contributing citizens of the world.”
—Current Parent
We are proud of the exceptional education the Waldorf School of Garden City offers. If learning comes naturally to your child, he or she will be challenged to go further; if classroom learning does not come easily, your child will receive support and encouragement. Our faculty is dedicated to creating an environment in which each student’s abilities are understood and needs are met.
We hope that this web site opens up the School for you, so you can learn more about our faculty, our parents, and our alumni. We also strongly encourage you to attend at least one of our Open Houses held throughout the year, along with other events that highlight our activities and programs. You are invited to contact us at any time if you have questions or would like additional information. If there is someone else here at the School who can give you an even fuller answer, we will not hesitate to connect them with you. Finally, nothing replaces an in-person visit to the School. To schedule an individual conversation and tour with a member of our admission staff, please contact us by email or telephone at 516-742-3434 ext 302. We look forward to welcoming you to our School.
Why We Are Worth It
Promoting the High Academic Standards
The Waldorf School of Garden City nurtures intellectual curiosity, stimulates personal growth, and encourages critical thinking.
Excellent Teachers
Our teachers teach in their areas of expertise and are passionate about what they do. With more autonomy within the classroom, teachers are able to develop a full understanding of how each student learns and what interests and motivates each individually. The student-teacher relationship is the key element here.
Holistic Education
The Waldorf School of Garden City nurtures not just students’ intellectual ability and curiosity but also their personal and social growth and civic conscience. Opportunities extend well beyond the classroom to athletic competitions, artistic pursuits, and experiences in the community and beyond.
Inclusiveness
The Waldorf School of Garden City maintains a diverse and vibrant student community, and welcomes and respects each family. The Waldorf School of Garden City is geographically, ethnically, and racially diverse.
A Community of Parents Who Actively Participate in Their Children’s Education
The Waldorf School of Garden City promotes regular communication among students, parents, and teachers to ensure everyone is working toward the same goals for the student. We are a partnership.
VALUING OUR DIFFERENCES
50% of students come from racially diverse backgrounds
Educating Future Leaders Locally and Globally
20 COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN
CURRENT STUDENTS AND ALUMNI REPRESENT A GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Over 50 L.I. SCHOOL DISTRICTS
THROUGHOUT NASSAU AND SUFFOLK COUNTIES REPRESENTED BY CURRENT FAMILIES
5 BOROUGHS OF NEW YORK
FAMILIES FROM BROOKLYN, QUEENS, MANHATTAN, STATEN ISLAND, AND THE BRONX SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Get Started
To get started, all you have to do is let us know you are interested. You can fill out a form online, email, or call us. We encourage you to look at our stories on social media, read our website, and learn as much as you can about the Waldorf School of Garden City. We are an open book for you to read, and we will answer any questions you have. We genuinely enjoy hearing from you.
Come Visit
While not mandatory for the admission process, we do encourage a visit. You can see us in action, learn about our specific mission and philosophy, and see the value for yourself. Also, it is important to educate yourself on all of the school options for your child, and a visit is one way of many to begin your research. Call us at 516-742-3434 ext. 301, or email us to set up a mutually convenient time for you to dig a little deeper.