The Institute is uniquely family friendly. We offer programs led by experienced Waldorf teachers for children from preschool through eighth grade. Detailed information will be sent with your registration packet.

YOUNG CHILDREN 4─6 YEAR OLDS: This program is for 4-6 year olds who have not yet entered first grade. They meet for the two morning class periods, fro 8:15-12:00 and in the afternoon from 2:15 -6:00. The program is like a Waldorf kindergarten with play and creative activities, including story and circle time, crafts and outdoor play.

CHILDREN 7-14: The program for 7-14 year olds consists of four class periods, each with different emphases. In keeping with the family-like atmosphere of the Institute, the children meet and work together as a group. Projects are designed for a mixed age range with the aim of giving all the children an experience that meets their individual skill levels. Each child works on developing artisan and craft skills:

They will:

• develop and practice a variety of performing arts -working individually and on group projects.
• enjoy daily games and outdoor activities
• take off-campus excursions
• exhibit work to the community

The focus is on giving young people an engaging program that is flexible in meeting the needs of both the group and the individual while providing a variety of experiences to meet the interests of older children. The program offers excellent skill instruction, space for individually defined work, and group activities.

Activities will include:

• handcrafts
• performing arts
• cooperative games
• off-campus excursions
• singing
• storytelling
• nature walks
• wholesome snacks
• drawing & painting

Bringing children under 4 years: Parents must provide their own caregiver for children younger than 4 years. Caregiver’s pay adult room and board fees.

Accommodations for Children
In order to help families attend the Institute, children stay in their parent’s room with no additional fee.  Each room has two beds, Please bring a cot or blow-up mattress if you have more than one child. In you would like additional rooms for your children please contact the Registrar at 410-358-0050 to make this arrangement.

Daily Schedule (subject to change)
Period 1
Woodworking
Snack
Period 2
Handcrafting Session
Lunch
Period 3
Drama Workshop
Snack
Period 4
Games & Outdoor Activities
Dinner