Welcome to WSD

Where head, heart, and hands are nurtured together.

Inspired, Screen-Free Learning Begins Here

At The Waldorf School of DuPage, education is more than academics—it’s a deeply human experience that nurtures the whole child and cultivates a lifelong love of learning. Our mostly screen-free learning environment allows students to stay fully engaged, present, and connected to their peers, teachers, and the natural world.

Waldorf educators are devoted to awakening curiosity, building meaningful relationships, and guiding each student to discover their unique gifts and purpose. Rooted in the philosophy of Austrian educator Rudolf Steiner, Waldorf education has grown into a trusted global movement with over 1,000 schools and 2,000 early childhood programs in more than 60 countries.

Using a developmentally aligned, hands-on approach that integrates academic rigor with the arts, movement, and practical life skills, Waldorf education supports children in thinking critically, feeling deeply, and acting with purpose.

Curious to learn more about how we live out the Waldorf method? Read our blog, The Windrose Journal!

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  • Parent-Child Classes

    Children 12 months-3years attend with their caregiver to experience the waldorf method, build a deeper connection with each other, and meet other parents.

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  • Tour the School

    Sign up for a tour today! Available times don’t work? Reach out to us to set up a special tour for you and your family.

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  • Transferring to WSD

    Switching schools is a big step, and switching to a new approach feels even bigger! Learn more about transferring to the Waldorf method.

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  • Application Information

    Learn more about our simple application process and submit your child’s today!

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  • Enrollment Process

    After your child is accepted, this information will help you take the next steps toward joining our school community.

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What Families are Saying

  • “What I love most is how the curriculum follows the natural stages of childhood. My child is learning in a way that feels right for who they are.”
    — Grade school parent

  • “There’s so much joy in my son’s learning. He’s not just memorizing—he’s creating, exploring, and questioning.”
    — Parent of a 5th grader

  • “Waldorf nurtures not just academic growth, but emotional and spiritual growth too. It’s a rare and beautiful balance.”
    — Parent of a middle schooler

  • “The emphasis on storytelling, music, and the arts brings learning to life in a way I wish I had experienced as a child.”
    — Alumni parent

Let’s Talk!

Just fill out the form below to schedule a conversation with our Director of Admissions, Veronica McClellan—we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Lifelong Learners & Thoughtful Leaders

Waldorf education is inspired learning—for life. Across public and private universities—including Ivy League schools and major research institutions—professors consistently recognize Waldorf graduates as independent thinkers and intellectually curious learners. They note that Waldorf alumni excel at synthesizing complex ideas, thinking creatively, working collaboratively, and engaging deeply with their studies. These students are often leaders in their fields, known for their integrity, self-direction, and strong ethical grounding.

Whether pursuing STEM fields, the arts, entrepreneurship, or social justice, Waldorf graduates are confident, adaptable, and capable of navigating a rapidly changing world—because their education was built on a foundation of depth, creativity, and connection.

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We are committed to Inclusion. 

Meet our Team

The faculty consists of individuals from diverse backgrounds, united by shared beliefs and ideals regarding student education. Full-time teachers have either completed or are pursuing training in Waldorf education. All teachers and assistants are encouraged to engage in continuing education. Beginning teachers receive mentorship and support from experienced Waldorf educators, including visiting teachers. Faculty members participate in a peer-mentoring program and an evaluation process managed by the Professional Development Committee and Leadership Council.

The Board of Trustees consists of parents, faculty, and external community members, appointed for a two-year term. The Board is responsible for overseeing the school’s fiscal, legal, and expansion matters. Its work is primarily carried out through committees, including Finance, Family Individualized Tuition (FIT), Volunteer, Strategic Planning, Building and Grounds, and Development. Ad hoc committees may be formed as needed.