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Why Austin Waldorf?

Because we believe in nurturing the whole child - head, heart, and hands. 

Fully Accredited Waldorf Education

Fully Accredited Education

Austin Waldorf is the only fully accredited PreK–12 Waldorf program in Texas, recognized by WECAN, AWSNA and ISAS.

Grade 6 Handwork

Complete PreK–12 Journey

A Complete K–12 Journey

Our students embark on a meaningful journey from Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade, growing through a connected, hands-on, and age-appropriate education.

Developmentally Informed Curriculum

Developmentally Informed Curriculum

We craft an intentional education that meets the developmental needs of each child—intellectually, emotionally, and socially.

Rich and Robust Program

Rich and Robust Programs

From visual arts to music and theater, art is woven throughout our curriculum—deepening learning, sparking creativity, and building critical thinking skills.

High School Rug Making

Community with Heart

Community with Heart

Here, community is at the heart of it all. Students grow through real connections and shared experiences, and parents play an active role in a vibrant, supportive school life.

Expert Faculty

Expert Faculty

Our faculty is deeply committed to excellence in teaching and to nurturing a healthy, vibrant social life within our school community. 

The Right Education

for the Right Time

A Waldorf Education is a journey grounded in what's developmentally appropriate for the child.

Nurture

Preschool-Kindergarten

Early Childhood

At the heart of our Waldorf Kindergarten is the belief that children thrive when surrounded by what is beautiful, meaningful, and true.

Inspire

Grades 1-5

Lower Grades

In Austin Waldorf's Lower Grades (Grade 1-5), our students' developmental needs are nurtured in a structured, cooperative, and non-competitive environment designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning.

Inspire

Grades 6-8

Upper Grades

In Upper Grades 6–8 (Middle School) at Austin Waldorf, students are met with greater academic challenges that align with their growing energy, curiosity, and capacity for critical thinking—and are designed to inspire deeper engagement, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.

Engage

Grades 9-12

High School

Our students are ready to meet abstract ideas with growing intellectual depth and self-awareness. Our curriculum is thoughtfully designed to meet the developmental needs of adolescents, engaging their curiosity and expanding their capacity for independent thought.

Growing Whole Humans Through Intentional Learning

Education is a journey. Our approach blends intentional academics—carefully designed to meet the whole child at each developmental stage. More than preparing students for tests, we prepare them for life—developing whole human beings with the capacity for independent thought, empathy, creativity, and strong moral insight.

The Journey of Learning

Education extends far beyond textbooks and traditional classrooms. While academics provide the foundation, it’s through out-of-classroom experiences that learning comes to life.

High School Student Life

High school is more than books and homework—it’s a place where creativity, connection, and school spirit thrive. From day one, you’re welcomed into a close-knit community where student life is about belonging and ownership .

Arts

Art is not just a separate subject; it is woven throughout the entire curriculum, enhancing students’ understanding of academic concepts, while enriching their learning experience and fostering creativity, and critical thinking. 

Academics

We craft an intentional education that meets the developmental needs of each child—intellectually, emotionally, and socially.

Athletics

Athletics are an extension of our values where students grow through teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, and develop resilience, confidence, and heart both on and off the field. 

Mission and History

Mission Statement: Nurure, inspire, engage: enlightening the journey toward a more humane, just, and sustanable future.

Our Community

Fellow Learners, Devoted Mentors, Lifelong Friends

Learning is a shared journey. Our passionate faculty guide students with expertise, care, and intention igniting curiosity and confidence that lasts well beyond graduation.

 

Heart of The School

Austin Waldorf School faculty are passionate educators and lifelong learners who bring warmth, expertise, and deep commitment to their work.

Rooted in Waldorf principles, they guide students with intention—nurturing curiosity, character, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. 

Many have been part of the school community for years, walking alongside generations of students. Their commitment to teaching, to growth, and to the well-being of each child continues to shape the lives of our students long after graduation.

Today at Austin Waldorf

Today’s students carry forward the same spirit that has shaped our community for 45 years—curious, creative, and deeply engaged. From our youngest kindergarteners to our high school seniors, they bring warmth, imagination, and a genuine sense of purpose to each day.

They are thinkers and makers, collaborators and questioners grounded in tradition but never limited by it. Whether performing music, crafting with their hands, exploring the sciences, or spending time in nature, our students are growing into the kind of people who leave a meaningful mark on the world.

The Waldorf Journey Continues

It’s hard to believe that 45 years have passed since the Austin Waldorf School first took root on our beautiful nineteen-acre campus. In that time, we’ve grown, evolved, and thrived, and so have our graduates.

From nonprofit founders and world record holders to aerospace engineers and acclaimed artists, our alumni are forging paths as diverse and inspiring as the Waldorf education that shaped them.

Rooted in shared experiences and enduring values, Waldorf alumni remain connected across years, miles, and life paths, supporting one another and staying engaged with the community that helped shape who they are.

Inside Austin Waldorf School: A Quick Overview

Learning is immersive and multifaceted. Discover key insights about our school and how we cultivate a lifelong love of learning and meaningful contribution.

405

Students

1:15

Teacher : Student Ratio

33

Acre Campus

100%

College Acceptance Rate

A Village in Austin

On the edge of Hill Country, our tight-knit community of students, families, teachers, staff, and alumni create an exceptional village to raise a child.