Why Choose Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm?
We believe in nurturing the whole child—hands, heart, and head—through a rich curriculum spanning birth to 18 years old.
In the video below, you'll hear directly from a few of our longtime teachers who in their own words share what makes a Summerfield education so unique. Through an active and immersive approach to Waldorf education, we engage all the senses to create a transformative learning experience.
What current families say about Summerfield Waldorf School & Farm
We Came For The No Screen Policy ~ Dr. Jane PSY.D., G2 Parent
We really wanted to be part of a community that prioritized real world engagement, as we knew we couldn’t do it alone. It wouldn’t work to be the one weird family that single handedly avoided the allure of screens. We needed a village that would also put their phones down, turn their TVs off, and collectively embrace relating with ourselves and each other in real time and space.
In this past year, our vitality has not only returned but grown, with each of us benefitting from the dramatic changes we made to our relationships with devices. Instead of failing alone in our desire to turn away from screens, we are grateful for the opportunity to be part of a culture that doesn’t need them...Summerfield’s policy was a deep gift to our family.
Laura, parent of G4 & G7 students
“It has been a year since we moved our family from the East Bay in the middle of the school year. One of the reasons we moved is because the use of screens in schools was so rampant. We came here in search of a group of people who felt the same way we did — who wanted children to have a childhood, run wildly, get muddy, connect with each other in person and experience the world with their senses.
Our year has exceeded our expectations. What has stood out as we have gotten to know the students even better is seeing them thrive, free from early media influence.
Becky, parent of 2 Summerfield students
"My older child has been at Summerfield for three years and this school has been essential in our kindergartner's physical development and whimsical, creative play. I have never seen a child happier and more proud of herself than when she came home with blistered palms, elated to have finally made it across the monkey bars."
"The teachers really see the children for their uniqueness and strive to meet the children where they are developmentally. My younger daughter is enrolled in the Parent & Child program. Her teacher saw that she needed more stimulated play and crafted activities to keep her engaged and happy."
"We are grateful for the connections we have made and appreciate being around families that are like-minded regarding media. We are fortunate to have found Summerfield. Not only for the amazing teachers, but for the community our family is now a part of. "
