The Waldorf School of Garden City is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school f Total enrollment typically stands at around 350 students.
Founded in 1947, the Waldorf School of Garden City is an independent, coeducational, college-preparatory day school for students age three through twelfth grade. Each grade consists of approximately 20 to 28 students. Our philosophy is based on the values of imagination, integrity, hard work, kindness, personal and social responsibility, and mutual respect. We are dedicated to providing a rigorous
08/14/2026
We are excited to announce that the 2026 Waldorf School of Garden City Fall Fair will take place on Saturday, October 24th, from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm! Join us for a delightful day brimming with fun activities and delicious foods.
This event is open to the public, so please extend the invitation to your family, friends, and neighbors.
08/12/2026
Our Second Grade handwork display celebrates that knitting is so much more than a craft. As students count stitches, recognize patterns, strengthen coordination, solve problems, and persevere through challenges, they're building math skills, focus, confidence, and resilience. Their completed projects reflect the joy of creating with their own hands and the many ways handwork nurtures the whole child.
07/30/2026
07/22/2026
May the Class of 2026 carry with them the creativity, curiosity, and compassion that have been nurtured through their years at The Waldorf School of Garden City. We hope they carry with them the words of the song our community shared at the final assembly, a blessing for the road ahead:
May the road rise to meet you.
May the wind be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face.
May the rain fall softly on your field.
And until we meet again...
Congratulations, graduates! Wherever the road leads, know that we will always hold you in the palm of our hands.
07/08/2026
The last week of school was filled with fun, movement, and laughter as our students competed in Play Day and Field Day activities. From circle dodgeball and capture to flag to relay races, students spent their final days of school making memories. A joyful celebration and the perfect way to close out the school year!
06/22/2026
Newsday recently took a closer look at The Waldorf School of Garden City and why families are increasingly seeking educational experiences that prioritize creativity, connection, and hands-on learning over technology infused classrooms.
“We still understand technology and know how to use it, but...we’re using it to aid us, not completely do the work for us.” Arnav Kohli, Class of 2026.
We are grateful to Newsday for capturing the conversations, classrooms, and community behind our media mindful philosophy.
The Waldorf School of Garden City is (nearly) tech-free. Here's how it works. Students do not use computers in class until sixth grade and there are no smart boards offered until seventh grade. Educators even withhold calculators until ninth grade.
We're proud to share that The Waldorf School of Garden City was recently featured in Newsday in the article, "The Waldorf School of Garden City is (nearly) tech-free. Here's how it works."
The story highlights our media mindful approach to education and explores how we thoughtfully delay the use of technology in the classroom, allowing students to develop creativity, critical thinking, social-emotional skills, and a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Read the article to learn more about how Waldorf education nurtures children's growth in a rapidly evolving digital world.
06/17/2026
At The Waldorf School of Garden City, we believe childhood is a time for hands-on exploration, meaningful human connection, and deep engagement with the world around us. We are honored to be part of the growing conversation about helping children develop a healthy relationship with technology and are proud to have been recently featured in Newsday in the article, "The Waldorf School of Garden City is (nearly) tech-free. Here's how it works."
Read the full article at the link in our bio.
06/16/2026
At Sports Night, we celebrated the dedication, determination, and sportsmanship of our student-athletes. Congratulations to all of the students recognized for their contributions to Waldorf Athletics. We also extend our sincere gratitude to our supportive families, coaches and our Director of Athletics, Shane Flanagan, for their leadership, encouragement, and unwavering support of our athletic program.
06/12/2026
Join us live as we celebrate our 67th Commencement Exercises at the Waldorf School of Garden City.
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