Welcome
Thank you for your interest in the Waldorf School of Santa Barbara.

We are the largest and fastest growing, non-denominational, independent school movement in the world, with nearly 1,000 Waldorf schools in 50 countries.

Waldorf education has a 90-year track record of proven learning techniques backed up by research in brain development, kinesthetic learning, and emotional intelligence.

To see the whole in every part, to engage the head, heart and hands: this is the endeavor of Waldorf education.

Founded in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1919, by Austrian philosopher Rudolf Steiner, Waldorf schools arose from the widespread search for new social and educational values after World War I.

Waldorf education is even more relevant today. Our children need to become confident, creative thinkers who possess a respect and reverence for life and a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Each school is operated autonomously and acknowledges the uniqueness of its local community, yet all Waldorf schools are united by a common educational philosophy.


About Us
The Waldorf School of Santa Barbara offers a unique combination of classic academics anchored by an arts-rich curriculum. Waldorf students from pre-kindergarten through grade eight are engaged in a dynamic learning process through which they develop the skills and motivation for a lifetime of learning.

The Waldorf School of Santa Barbara is a vibrant school community where faculty and administration work with families to support and provide the best possible school life experiences for the students. Our goal is to prepare students to enter adulthood with the capacities of self-discipline, independence, analytical and critical thinking skills, respect for their fellow human beings, and reverence for the world’s beauty and wonder.

We offer prospective families regular opportunities to visit our campuses and discover the depth and beauty of our curriculum in action through events such as “Walks through the Grades” and Open House, as well as private tours.

We realize that researching schools can be an exciting and challenging endeavor. We are here to answer your questions and concerns, and assist you in any way possible. We look forward to meeting you.