Ithaca Waldorf School

Grades: PK-8
Type: Private
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20 Nelson Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
(607)256-2020

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I am so grateful my children are experiencing the entire school curriculum from early childhood to eighth grade. So much of my children's growth and development has been supported by the teachers and the curriculum. The challenges that were experienced by one child in fourth grade have transformed i
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Posted by a parent on 10/3/2026
Best approach to active learning and artful engagement! The curriculum is thoughtfully devised in a way that excites students to know the world around them, supports their ability to slow down, focus, reflect, and appreciate all that is fascinating in their studies. The teachers and staff here are p
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Posted by a parent on 8/20/2026
IWS offers a wonderful balance of outdoor and indoor learning. The curriculum is well rounded and incorporates math, reading, sciences, history,etc. etc. into real-life experiences so the learning is very contextual - which was incredibly important to me when looking for private education. My spouse
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Posted by a parent on 5/26/2026
We have been at IWS for three years now and have found it to be a wonderful school. Our son loves it there and his teachers are very dedicated and experienced. It is a great community and we are grateful to be a part of it!
Posted by a parent on 12/21/2025
It's hard to find places where kids can unplug and truly connect with the experience that being a child really is. IWS is that place for our kid. We have been very happy with our 1.5 yrs at IWS- our kid has a deep relationship with the natural world, her creativity and imagination, and her instructo
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Posted by a parent on 11/24/2025

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Ithaca schools - Ithaca Waldorf School is located at 20 Nelson Road, Ithaca NY 14850. Ithaca Waldorf School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK-8.