Whatcom Hills Waldorf School

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Whatcom Hills Waldorf School

Founded in 1986, WHWS offers a vibrant, arts-infused, and academically rich education from early childhood through 8th Grade.

Inspiring each student to develop a sense of wonder, community, and a joyful lifelong love of learning.

08/21/2026

*Gnome* filter needed 🌈 Can't wait to see our vibrant community back on campus on September 2nd!

08/19/2026

Our campus is quietly awaiting the return of laughter, eager feet in the hallways, voices singing, and curious minds ready to wonder, create, explore, and grow ✨

We're looking forward to welcoming WHWS families back on September 2nd!

08/14/2026

Slow down together this fall 🩷

Limited space available in our upcoming Parent & Child Classes for caregivers and little ones ages 18 months–3 years.

Spend a warm, nurturing morning in the gentle rhythm of a Waldorf early childhood classroom — outdoor play, nursery rhymes, puppet stories, wholesome snacks, and simple crafts, all under the guidance of an experienced Waldorf teacher.

You'll connect with your child in new ways, meet other families on the same journey, and get a first taste of Waldorf education.

💛 Fridays, 11am-12:30pm

🧡 Sept 11 – Nov 20, 2026

💚 Cost: $350

💜 Whatcom Hills Waldorf School, Bellingham WA

Please contact [email protected] to register or visit our website!

08/13/2026

Who remembers playing in the kindergarten boat? 🚤 Our kinder community came together recently to tend, nurture, and beautify the play yard!

Together, they reinforced and reinstalled the boat, added two hugelkultur planters to help protect and nourish our beloved big pine tree, pruned and planted, harvested oregano, placed rock, and cared for all the little details that make our outdoor spaces so special.

So many families came out and generously offered their time, energy, and will to our school. The children loved working alongside one another and helping care for our school grounds. At the end of the day, they marveled at just how much they had accomplished!

We are deeply grateful for each helping hand 🪏🌳🌱

08/03/2026

If Whatcom Hills had a Pantone palette... 🎨 Inspired by our campus, our classrooms, and the beauty that surrounds everyday learning!

What's your favorite space at WHWS?

07/30/2026

A quick look at our 8th graders' working automatons, engineered and handcrafted in the woodshop! Hours of careful design, problem-solving, and craftsmanship brought these whimsical and intricate creations to life. You can really see the student's personality shining through each one!

This is STEM education, the Waldorf way 🪚🦾🪵

07/27/2026

What begins as a rough branch or freshly split log gradually becomes something beautiful, useful, and unique to its artisan. Whether carving a wooden cup or figurine, shaping a stool, crafting a broom, or engineering a functional automaton, our students discover that meaningful work takes time, patience, and perseverance.

Beginning in fourth grade, students enter our woodworking studio to work with locally harvested wood and traditional hand tools. As they learn about native tree species, wood grain, and the character of the wood itself, they are invited into a relationship with the natural world that is both practical and artistic, while building an understanding of the journey from raw material to finished product. Each project builds upon the last, developing dexterity, confidence, and a deep respect for the work of human hands.

At Whatcom Hills Waldorf School, our Practical Arts program empowers students to take ownership of their work and pride in what they create 🪵🪚🤎🧹🌳

Swipe to see some of the beautiful woodworking projects our students created this year in Ms. Lynam's class, and inquire now for Fall enrollment! (Come tour our woodshop!)

07/21/2026

Join fellow WHWS families for a relaxed summer evening at Kulshan Trackside!

Thursday, July 23rd | 5-8pm

Grab an ice cream cone from , a WHWS alumni-owned business, choose something delicious from one of the food trucks (or bring a picnic from home), and play around on the pump track! Look for our reserved tables in the beer garden—all ages are welcome.

It’s a wonderful chance to reconnect with friends, meet new families, and enjoy some summer community. If you have a child starting in the fall we would love to meet you!

We will also have a simple craft or two.

Hope to see you there!

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07/13/2026

Take a look at some beautiful 8th grade main lesson book pages from history and organic chemistry this year! 🎨✍️✏️

In place of traditional textbooks, Waldorf students create their own personalized chronicles of learning from each block, weaving together artistic interpretation and depth of understanding.

Writing by hand and carefully illustrating each page, students don’t just memorize information—they build a deep understanding of the material. Ask a Waldorf student about something they’ve studied, and you’ll hear more than just a recitation of facts; they carry a rich narrative of experiences, insights, and genuine connection to their learning.

🔎 Looking for an education that engages the whole child? Come explore Whatcom Hills! Enrolling now for the 2026-27 school year with openings in the grades ~ schedule a tour today!

07/11/2026

We'd love to welcome you into our circle 💛

At Whatcom Hills Waldorf School, education is more than academics—it's belonging, connection, and growing together in a vibrant community where every child is known and every family is valued.

Now enrolling for the 2026–27 school year!

Schedule a visit at the link in our profile.

Address

941 Austin Street
Bellingham, WA
98229

Telephone

+13607333164

Website

http://www.whws.org/

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