How many Waldorf schools are there in Canada?

Waldorf education, founded by Rudolf Steiner in 1919, provides a unique alternative to mainstream education. It’s offered in over 1,000 schools worldwide, including about 150 schools in North America and 30 in Canada.

Is Waldorf better than public school?

One might generally summarize the differences in this way: Waldorf puts high value in art, critical thinking, and creativity and does not pursue academic instruction before the age of seven. Public school puts a high value on standard and measurable academics, with a focus on math and reading starting at age five.

What famous people went to Waldorf?

Well Known Waldorf Alumni

• Actors Anna Paquin, Harvey Keitel, Jennifer Aniston and Sandra Bullock.
• Kenneth Chenault, Chairman and CEO of American Express, was former Waldorf student (Waldorf School of Garden City, NY)

What’s wrong with Waldorf?

In recent years, Waldorf has been attacked from two opposing sides of the same debate. Both Christians and secularists have criticized the schools, arguing that they educate children in a religious system. This would matter less if all Waldorf schools were private, but many are public.

Why choose the Vancouver Waldorf High School?

The Vancouver Waldorf High School offers an alternative to high-pressure education. Our classes are small and personal with a focus on supporting the development of confident and creative thinkers. Our unique curriculum integrates the beauty of the arts into rigorous academics and experiential learning.

How do I become a Waldorf teacher in BC?

* Students who wish to teach kindergarten in Waldorf Schools in BC must hold either a provincial teaching certificate or a degree accepted by the Independent Schools Branch of the BC Ministry of Education. Our Early Childhood training meets the requirements for a year of teacher training towards this certificate.

Where does Waldorf summer training take place?

Summer training, courses and workshops are held at the Sunrise Waldorf School on Vancouver Island, in beautiful scenic British Columbia, Canada. Our courses and workshops for summer 2021 have already happened. Please subscribe to our email list (below left) for information about next summer’s offerings

What is Waldorf early childhood education training?

A major aim of the training is to awaken independent thinking, ignite enthusiasm and foster creativity. Waldorf Early Childhood Education (ECE) teacher – preschools, kindergartens, parent/child programs, extended care programs, childcare in the home and in centres – and/or parent education seminars and/or handwork presentation opportunities