Waldorf / Steiner Education
Waldorf (Steiner) education is based on the educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, emphasizing the role of imagination in learning. The curriculum integrates academics, arts, and practical activities at every grade level. Key features include main lesson blocks, artistic activities woven into all subjects, minimal use of technology in early years, and an emphasis on rhythm and routine. Waldorf education spans from early childhood through high school.
Waldorf / Steiner Education
SpecializedSuitable Age Range
3-18
Typical Duration
Varies
Recognized By
Swiss cantonal education authorities, International Association for Steiner/Waldorf Education, European Council for Steiner Waldorf Education, Individual Swiss cantonal recognition
Schools Offering
13 schools offer this program
Key Features
- Main lesson block teaching
- Arts integrated into all subjects
- Handwork and practical skills
- Minimal early technology use
- Emphasis on rhythm, routine, and imagination
Subject Areas
Schools with Waldorf / Steiner Education
13 schools offer this program
Ecole Rudolf Steiner de Genève
Confignon, Geneva
“Éveiller les Talents de Chacun”
Ecole Rudolf Steiner de Lausanne
Crissier, Vaud
“French-Language Waldorf School Near Lausanne”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Aargau
Schafisheim, Aargau
“Waldorf Education in Aargau”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Basel
Basel
“Where Imagination Takes Root”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Bern Ittigen
Ittigen, Bern
“Ganzheitlich Lernen und Wachsen”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Biel-Seeland
Biel/Bienne, Bern
“Waldorf Education in Switzerland's Bilingual City”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Birseck
Aesch, Basel-Landschaft
“Waldorf Education in the Basel Tri-Border Region”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Sihlau
Adliswil, Zurich
“Waldorf Education in the Sihltal”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Solothurn
Solothurn
“Waldorf Education in Solothurn”
Rudolf Steiner Schule St. Gallen
St. Gallen
“Waldorf Education in Eastern Switzerland”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Winterthur
Winterthur, Zurich
“Waldorf Education in Winterthur”
Rudolf Steiner Schule Zürich
Zurich
“Educating Head, Heart, and Hands”
Scuola Rudolf Steiner di Lugano
Origlio, Ticino
“Waldorf & IB Education in Italian-Speaking Switzerland”
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