Thank you for your interest in Waldorf Academy! The most important part of any application process is ensuring a constructive connection between your child, your family, your teachers and your school. In our admissions process, we engage families in conversations, tours and day-visits as needed. Assessing the suitability of Waldorf Academy for your child’s learning style will be key to their educational journey. We look forward to meeting you!
Admissions for 2023-2024 are still open for some grades. Please email us: admissions@waldorfacademy.org
Kindergarten & Grades 1-8
Once you have connected with our Admissions Manager, please complete our Application Form (select one below). Email the completed form and a current photo of your child to admissions@waldorfacademy.org. There is a $150 application fee payable by e-transfer to bursar@waldorfacademy.org, or by credit card by calling 416 962-6447 and asking for the bursar or financial manager.
Childcare Centre (~18 months to 4 years)
Please contact our Admissions Manager to request a waitlist application. When school is in session, a virtual tour is typically required before waitlist applications can be submitted. There is no fee to submit the application. The Childcare Centre’s waitlist typically has >30 families at any a time. The wait can go by quickly or more slowly depending on the time of year. The Director of the Childcare Centre will contact you within 1-2 months of a position becoming open for your family.
Kindergarten & Grades 1-8
Interview: Upon approval of your application, we will contact you to arrange an Admissions Interview. In this interview, you and your child will speak with one or more of our faculty members to get a better understanding of our pedagogy, and how we can serve your child.
3 Day Trial: Depending on circumstances, grade level, time of year, etc., grade school applicants may be invited to spend 1-3 days in their prospective class. We do not do class visits for children entering Kindergarten.
Contract: All admissions to the school are on a 6-week conditional contract.
Once your child is offered a space, you must do the following to complete the application process:
Tuition Assistance is available. Should you have questions or wish to apply for assistance, please contact our Admissions Manager at: admissions@waldorfacademy.org
Grades 1-8: School Tours
For a conversation with our Admissions Manager at any time of the year, please reach out directly to admissions@waldorfacademy.org
Book your tour here (tours on hold during holidays)
Childcare and Kindergarten: Info Sessions via Zoom
For a conversation with our Admissions Manager at any time of the year, please reach out directly to admissions@waldorfacademy.org
Book your info session here (sessions on hold during holidays)