DREAMERS

10:00am – 2:00pm Wednesdays
Ages 5 - 6
Our early childhood students learn through imitative and creative play in a warm, safe environment. The Waldorf classroom is the bridge between family and school life. Parents can use their choice of curriculum and still gain the benefits of a Waldorf-inspired enrichment program.

Scroll down to view more detailed class descriptions for our 5-6 age group.

Students are invited to join us on Wednesdays from 10:00am to 2:00pm for a Waldorf-inspired schedule that includes: Main Lesson, Lunch, Gardening, and Creative Movement.

We believe a play-based environment is most beneficial for this age so children can develop to their fullest potential before academic work begins.  Our activities are centered around imaginative play, arts and crafts, seasonal activities, and nature play and exploration. 

Main Lesson Teacher: Katie Locke

Main Lesson

Main lessons will be centered around engaging stories. Craft projects, practice with writing, and sharing with the class may all be infused into this time. Students will also get to participate in imaginative play, letter and number exploration, seasonal observations, and handwork activities. Additional main lesson activities are outlined below.

Circle Time- The teacher will lead the class through movement games, songs, and poetry recitation.

Artistic Projects- There will be a focus on artistic activities that encourage the child’s natural sense of beauty and color.

Outdoor and Play Times- These activities will be incorporated into the day.

Gardening

Gardening will not only provide students with practical, hands-on experiences that immerse students in the world of food, nature, and community, but also will serve as a powerful tool for addressing pressing issues such as climate change, public health, and social inequality. Beyond the educational value, gardening instills invaluable life lessons and offers a joyful experience for kids of all ages.

Creative Movement

Students will tap into their imagination and spontaneous nature using movement. Creative movement techniques help individuals channel energy into motion and engage their auditory, visual, kinesthetic, and tactile senses. This class encourages body awareness, balance coordination, memory skills, and improved spatial awareness. Students will have fun learning to work individually or in groups while challenging their auditory and physical skills through activities such as rhythmic clapping exercises, echoing patterns, acting out stories through movement, using balls or other props to throw and catch to music, and much more!