“When a parent is choosing a school for their child, they think about how best to prepare them for the world that is to come. When my kids were born, it was impossible to know what the world would be like today. The world is changing, and it feels like those changes are accelerating. In terms of academics and technical skill, there’s really no way to predict what the world will need in 10 years, when my children will be developing their careers. The academics at LCWS are strong, and the faculty teach so well, but I chose this school for other reasons: because I know no matter how this world changes, LCWS teaches things the world will always need: critical thinking, creativity, the will to persist when things get challenging, the ability to create, notice and appreciate beauty, the willingness to communicate with and learn from people who are different from you, and most importantly, kindness.”

Anna Chang, LCWS Parent

“My children have attended LCWS for a few years now, and they are thriving. The difference they experience has much to do with the teachers themselves, but also with the overall approach. The learning is inter-disciplinary, so the kids begin to see connections between all the things they are learning instead of just learning in silos that don't feel meaningful. They are excited to go to school each day, and even don't want to miss school when they are sick. Their teachers know them and understand them, and provide the supports and challenges they need in each situation. They have found a welcoming environment, and have made friendships with children in their own grades and across the school. As we know that our children will be going out into a world filled with difficult challenges, we are so grateful to have found a school that nurtures them and provides them a secure place to grow, and to be ready to meet those challenges when it's time.”

LCWS Parent

“This is a place where your child will be challenged academically and grow as a quality human being. What we love the most is the schools prioritization of physical and emotional health in the school environment as a foundation for the academic learning. Our child is off screens most of the day and getting outdoors for movement every morning in addition to tackling rigorous academic work. We are so happy with the educational experience she is having!”

LCWS Parent

“My three children attend Lake Champlain Waldorf School, and we have been so pleased with their education and the community. Each one of our kids has such different needs, interests, strengths, and challenges, and somehow the approach meets them individually so well – they are each thriving in their own particular way. It's a rich, experiential education with plenty of outdoor time every day, and an opportunity to really connect with their teachers. Their teachers truly know them, and often reflect back to me aspects of my own children that I might not see on my own. It feels like a real partnership in raising well-rounded, motivated, happy human beings who will go out and do important things in the world.”

LCWS Parent

“LCWS made me love learning again – something I seriously thought I would never regain. I love all the teachers and I have never been so happy in my life. Everyone wants to be here.”

LCWS Student

“I love you Lake Champlain Waldorf School! Thank you for giving all five of my children a love of going to school! They never wanted to miss a day. What a gift to the world this wonderful place is for families. Thank you LCWS for making me a better parent and for being a place where my kids could thrive.”

Heather Hamilton Byer, LCWS Parent

“We sent both of our daughters to LCWS for 12+ years. I have so many fond memories of their joy in learning, in adventures that they experienced, in the parent meetings that prepared us for the developmental stages they were in, or about to enter. It was a true community for children and for parents. Our daughters graduated in 2016 and 2018. They went forth in their lives with confidence and the ability to do anything of their choosing. LCWS gave them a diverse, rich and creative education where they developed a work ethic that makes them valued and proud. They are problem solvers, researchers and fabulous human beings who have compassion and hope. LCWS helped shape the people they have become. Their curiosity continues. My life as a parent is richer because of those 14+ years.”

Katherine Knox, LCWS Parent

“Something I’ve learned about myself since coming to LCWS is how much I actually love learning and it made me realize how fun the world can be.”

Eli, LCWS Student

“Coming to Waldorf from public school for third grade, our child and our family felt so welcomed by the warm and generous LCWS community. Teachers and staff members were warm and mindful of the big change, and many parents within the school community checked in on how my child was adjusting. Both my child and I are so grateful for plentiful opportunities for experiential learning, as well as the guidance of teachers that foster curiosity and independent thinking. We are so glad we made the leap to LCWS!”

LCWS Parent