Admissions

welcome! 

The Waldorf School of Saratoga Springs is more than a school—it’s a vibrant community dedicated to raising thoughtful, capable, and compassionate human beings. We invite families to join us in an educational journey that fosters deep connections, creativity and lifelong learning.

Our admissions process is thoughtfully designed to guide families through the transition into our school, community, and possibly even our local area.

Through a straightforward and thorough process, we aim to ensure the best fit for the child, the family, and the class community. All steps must be completed before a student can be admitted.

Admissions CHECKLIST

We have an open enrollment policy and accept applications throughout the year. The steps of our admissions process are as follows:

  • Submit an online inquiry. 

  • Take a tour of our campuses to see if WSSS is the right fit for your family.

  • Complete and submit the online application, including a parent questionnaire and an academic records release (for students enrolling in grades 1–8).

  • Schedule visiting days with the class (for students enrolling in grades 1–8).

  • Meet with our teachers for an interview with both parents and the child to discuss our school’s program and your child’s educational background in depth.

  • Upon acceptance, sign your tuition agreement and required enrollment forms in your Parent Portal

Additional Information

  • We have an open enrollment policy and accept applications throughout the year based on availability.

  • Class placement and acceptance depend on your child’s academic, developmental, and social progress. WSSS reserves the right to evaluate students’ readiness for and placement in early childhood and grades programs.

  • New enrollments are conditional for the first eight weeks.

  • At WSSS, we maintain a wait pool rather than a waitlist for classes that are currently full. This approach allows us to select applicants based on the best fit for our school community, rather than simply the order in which applications are received.

  • Our Beforecare and Aftercare programs are designed to provide childcare for working parents while maintaining our school’s pedagogical approach. For registration and more information, please contact admissions@waldorfsaratoga.org.

Please note: In accordance with NYS law, all visiting and accepted students must provide up-to-date vaccination records and a physical examination summary.

See our Policy of Anti-discrimination here.