Sandpoint Waldorf School

Looking for a home away from home for your little one?

At Sandpoint Waldorf School's Berry Blossom Pre-K, children are welcomed into a warm, nurturing environment where they can play, explore, create, and grow—while you enjoy the peace of mind that comes from knowing they are lovingly cared for.

Whether you need a few days each week or full-time care, we offer flexible 2-day, 3-day, and 5-day programs to fit your family's needs. With our low child-to-teacher ratio, every child receives the individual attention and care they deserve.

✔️ Play-based Waldorf education
✔️ ICCP accepted
✔️ Flexible scheduling options
✔️ A caring community that feels like family

Take a little time for yourself, your work, or your to-do list, while your child spends their day learning, imagining, and thriving.

Schedule a tour today—we'd love to welcome your family! Click here: www.sandpointwaldorf.org/inquiry

✨ The Sandpoint Waldorf School is Hiring: 5th Grade Teacher! ✨

Looking for more than just your next teaching position? Join a vibrant school community rooted in creativity, curiosity, and meaningful relationships—while enjoying all that the Sandpoint area has to offer. If you’re passionate about inspiring young learners and becoming part of a supportive, close-knit community, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply here: https://www.sandpointwaldorf.org/about-sws/career

The Power of Handwriting

Emerging research continues to show what Waldorf educators have long observed: writing by hand engages the brain in powerful ways. From strengthening memory and comprehension to encouraging deeper thinking, the simple act of putting pencil to paper offers benefits that typing cannot fully replicate.

At Sandpoint Waldorf School, handwriting is much more than a skill—it is an essential part of learning. Through beautiful penmanship, main lesson books, journaling, and artistic work, our students develop concentration, creativity, fine motor skills, and a meaningful connection to what they are learning.

Sometimes the best technology is still a sharpened pencil and a blank page. 💛

📰 Read the fascinating research and discover why handwriting still matters.

Handwriting Is Better for You — Sandpoint Waldorf School A Norwegian neuroscientist spent 20 years proving that the act of writing by hand changes the human brain in ways typing physically cannot, and almost nobody outside her field has read the paper. Her name is Audrey van der Meer. She runs a brain research lab in Trondheim, and the paper that closed

Summer Reading Starts Here!

Looking for great books to keep your child inspired this summer?

Our fourth grade teacher, Ms. Ellingson has created a thoughtfully curated Summer Reading List for students entering grades 1–8—filled with engaging, age-appropriate recommendations to spark imagination, build confidence, and keep reading skills strong all season long.

Whether your child is just beginning their reading journey or already a confident book lover, there’s something here for every stage and interest.

✨ Explore the full list on our blog and find your next great read!

👉 https://www.sandpointwaldorf.org/sws-blog/2021/6/24/hjdfl96rh17tqo9l4bhgj5fm0moqqi

Sandpoint Waldorf School is now enrolling for our 26/27 Waldorf Early Childhood Program!

🌿 Pre-K: Ages 2–4
🌿 Kindergarten: Ages 4–6

Our play-based program nurtures imagination, creativity, movement, and connection through storytelling, nature exploration, music, and meaningful daily rhythms in a warm, caring environment.

✔ Multi-day scheduling options available
✔ ICCP accepted

Come experience the joy of childhood-centered learning!
Click here to learn more: https://www.sandpointwaldorf.org/ec-enrollment1

❄️ Make sure to check out Frozen Jr., presented by the Music Conservatory of Sandpoint 🎭✨

We're excited to see several SWS students taking the stage in this production. Join us in supporting their hard work and celebrating the performing arts in our community.

See the caption below for show details and ticket information!

The Music Conservatory of Sandpoint is proud to present Disney’s "Frozen, Jr." for two special back-to-back performances on Monday, June 8, and Tuesday, June 9, at the historic Panida Theater.
https://bonnercountydailybee.com/news/2026/jun/03/msc-presents-frozen-jr-a-musical/

Sandpoint Waldorf School is now enrolling for our 26/27 Waldorf Early Childhood Program!
🌿 Pre-K: Ages 2–4
🌿 Kindergarten: Ages 4–6

Our play-based program nurtures imagination, creativity, movement, and connection through storytelling, nature exploration, music, and meaningful daily rhythms in a warm, caring environment.

✔ Multi-day scheduling options available
✔ ICCP accepted

Come experience the joy of childhood-centered learning!
Click here to learn more: https://www.sandpointwaldorf.org/ec-enrollment1