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Cedarwood Waldorf School
Published on: January 01, 2024
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Cedarwood Waldorf School offers a holistic, experiential education for students from preschool through 8th grade, integrating rigorous academics, artistic expression, and hands-on learning in alignment with the Waldorf education philosophy. Located in Southwest Portland, Cedarwood provides a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment where students engage in a balanced curriculum designed to cultivate intellectual curiosity, creativity, and emotional resilience.

Rooted in the educational insights of Rudolf Steiner, Cedarwood’s curriculum incorporates core academics, music, movement, handwork, and outdoor education, fostering independent thinking and problem-solving skills. Students learn through storytelling, artistic projects, nature exploration, and collaborative activities, ensuring that education is deeply engaging and meaningful. The school emphasizes social responsibility and environmental stewardship, helping students build a strong connection to the natural world and their communities.

With a vibrant, supportive community of educators and families, Cedarwood Waldorf School continues to be a leader in Waldorf education in the Portland area. The school’s hands-on, child-centered approach nurtures academic excellence, emotional intelligence, and a lifelong love of learning, preparing students to thrive in high school and beyond.

Cedarwood Waldorf School

3030 SW Second Avenue
Portland OR 97201
503-245-1477
www.cedarwoodschool.org

 

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