The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Waldorf School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 105 students
Yearly Tuition: $11,460
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Waldorf School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County
Pre-K	20
Kind	24
1	7
2	12
3	15
4	3
5	11
6	3
7	4
8	6

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Year Founded

1972

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

105 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 52%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

Average Class Size

14 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA)
Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$11,460

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Tuition Notes

Flexible financial aid process available.

Admissions Director

Taj Uvaro

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School Notes

The Waldorf School of Mendocino County is dedicated to cultivating the capacities of each child through a developmentally respectful education, based on the insights of scientist, philosopher, artist and educator, Rudolph Steiner.

Our Early Childhood program is a warm and inviting space that is intentionally filled with natural materials that encourage imagination and creativity. The program follows daily and seasonal rhythms, fostering the development of the whole child by design. The use of structured, creative, and imaginative play lays the foundation for future academic success. Children develop social skills and creative thinking. Storytelling, puppet plays and nursery rhymes, as well as bread baking, soup making, and all-season outdoor play support language, math, and fine and gross motor skills.
The academic program for Grades 1 through 8 emphasizes a wide spectrum of student growth and development. Classes are small in size and led by qualified teachers who provide individual attention to each student. Each grade is designed to provide a developmentally appropriate academic challenge. Work in the arts and extensive time in nature are integrated into the curriculum to engage a student's head, heart and hands.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County cost?

The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County's tuition is approximately $11,460 for private students.

When is the application deadline for The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County?

The application deadline for The Waldorf School Of Mendocino County is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (5 reviews)

5 2/14/2023

WSMC is a place where children thrive. As a parent of two students, I am continuously impressed by the high-quality teaching. Students are taught how to learn and to love what they're learning.

- Posted by Parent - Mary

5 3/2/2019

The Waldorf School of Mendocino County is a truly special place for children! The teachers and administrative staff work tirelessly to provide a special, unique experience for children. The rich education, imbued with the arts, allows each child to unfold at their own pace in a beautiful manner. Please visit the school so you can personally experience the warm and caring environment that allows each child to blossom. Highly recommend!

- Posted by Administrator - Kelly B

5 10/6/2018

I have been a parent of this school for 8+years. I have experienced many changes over the years. I`m very proud of the way the school continues to grow. This school is a home to nurturing creative independent thinking, protecting a childhood, and developing a human that can consciously move through this world with independence and confidence. I can`t say enough about the relationships that are created over time into a family of unconditional love and support well after your years on campus. Paying for private school can feeloverwhelming and impossible, but I can attest that it has payed dividends in my families life! Well worth it-Best investment we made!

- Posted by Parent - Tara Moratti

5 9/2/2015

This school has been and is a wonderful place for my 2 children. They are happy, learning many different and fun things, being nourished from the inside out, and getting a quality waldorf education. We are small but we are committed!

- Posted by Parent - jami.

5 12/19/2014

WSMC is a wonderful private Waldorf school. Very happy with my parent experience, and grateful to have this education option in the area.

- Posted by Parent - three

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