Nevada Sage Waldorf School! We have been serving the Reno-Tahoe area since the year 2000. Nevada Sage Waldorf School is an independent, non-sectarian school offering an early childhood program and a growing grade school program.
Our school is a community of children, teachers, parents, trustees, families and friends who embrace the joy of learning.
We are dedicated to providing an education that enlivens the whole child with rich experiences.
Daily and weekly rhythms, along with seasonal festivals celebrate and accentuate the passage of time with beauty, meaning and purpose.
We are proud to be among 1,000 Waldorf schools worldwide that are located in 83 countries. While each Waldorf school is unique and operates independently, we are all connected by a core curriculum, and similar methods and beliefs. Waldorf curriculum was developed by Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925) and is based on his studies of the developmental stages of childhood. Waldorf education is the fastest growing private educational movement in the world.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked NV School
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Yearly Tuition: $25,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Nevada Sage Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Mild Learning Differences
Year Founded
2000
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
90 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 33%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
99%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$25,000
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for tuition rates;
Admissions Director
Cady Brandeau
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
- Nevada Sage Waldorf School is part of a global community of Waldorf teachers and child development professionals who have joined together to educate children. This type of learning is not new. For nearly 100 years, the Waldorf curriculum has served students around the world.Education is more than gaining knowledge through acquiring and memorizing information. Waldorf education nurtures the ability to think with clarity, to feel with compassion, and to initiate change with confidence. It recognizes the capacities of each child, and endeavors to awaken and develop these. Through Waldorf education, children embark on lifelong journeys of discovery of themselves and of the world.Nevada Sage Waldorf School is a Developing Member of WECAN and AWSNA.AWSNA(Association of Waldorf Schools of North America)WECAN(Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America)
- Is Waldorf education right for your child
- Are you seeking-
- A school that considers education a journey not a race
- A school that educates the whole child
- An education for your child that integrates art music and movement into a classical academic education
- An education that deeply respects children An education that reinforces your child`s connection with nature
- An education that nurtures an enthusiasm for learning An education that motivates children intrinsically
- An education that nourishes the spirit of the child An education that provides active and creative learning
- An education that fosters healthy social development and community building
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Nevada Sage Waldorf School cost?
Nevada Sage Waldorf School's tuition is approximately $25,000 for private students.
What schools are Nevada Sage Waldorf School often compared to?
Nevada Sage Waldorf School is often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield School by visitors of our site.
What is Nevada Sage Waldorf School's ranking?
Nevada Sage Waldorf School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Nevada for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Nevada Sage Waldorf School?
The application deadline for Nevada Sage Waldorf School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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