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The following is a first-person account of Waldorf education from a Waldorf alumnus, Shane Alexander. To learn about the difference between Waldorf and Montessori schools, read our comparison guide. You can also read our guide to Waldorf preschools.

Another question that sometimes comes up when parents are looking for a school for their children is: what happens after an education at that school? Do the kids survive in the real world? How does the education effect the students' lives after graduation?


For me, I knew I wanted to be in the broadcasting industry in some way or fashion. I took a year off and then went to broadcasting school in Southfeld, Michigan. I then returned after my schooling to go to Trebas Institute here in Toronto since I got the music bug. I took music business and spearheaded my own concert promotions company for a few years.

Like myself, most Waldorf graduates are somewhere in the arts. We're known for our musical talent.

Class of '98 Graduate, Laura Petracca is part of an all-girl band called Hunter Valentine. Meanwhile, other graduates like Emma Cook and Layah Jane are also inspiring musicians touring and selling their creative product.

Martina Sorbara, who graduated a year after me, is probably the most well known of the Waldorf music crew doing her folk solo thing for years now and part of an electropop group called Dragonette.

Other Waldorf graduates I know have went on to use their creative energy that they picked up at the school to be in graphic design, professional artists, and sculptures. However, not all Waldorfians leave the round school to pursue their art dream. Some have gone on to be in real estate, the computer industry, medicine and business.

Some Waldorifans head worldwide for their life long goals. Some take up backpacking around Europe or other parts of the world and work small jobs just so they can afford a place to stay and some food. It's that Waldorf adventurous sense in them. The school creates that passion of wonder.

Whatever we end up doing, it's not usual. There's always a small Waldorfian reason behind our life goals. Waldorf seems to change us that way. Keeps us wanting that type of amsuement. Wonder. Curiosity. Passion for self accomplishment.

If you can see your child as being a creative genuis, definitely send them to Waldorf. They'll cater to their needs better than most schools. If you don't see that creative spark, you can still send them to Waldorf as they'll most likely pick up something they haven't thought of.

Most importantly, though: They'll come out as a rounded invividual and will be a better person in the workforce because of it.

—Shane Alexander

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Waldorf Academy, Toronto, Ontario
Waldorf Academy, Toronto, Ontario

Toronto, Ontario
Davenport Rd/Spadina Rd
 
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"Waldorf education is 'schooling with heart'. Students and parents love our class sizes, strong teacher relationships, incredible curriculum, unique opportunities and arts-infused academics!" —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 8 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $22,500 to $24,950
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Waldorf Academy 22500 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Coed
Calgary Waldorf School, Calgary, Alberta
Calgary Waldorf School, Calgary, Alberta

Calgary, Alberta
 
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"Calgary Waldorf School’s rich and engaging curriculum carefully balances academic, artistic and practical activities to stimulate intelligence and encourage creativity." —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 9 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $3,970 to $15,150
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Calgary Waldorf School 3970 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E FinancialAid Day Coed
Halton Waldorf School, Burlington, Ontario
Halton Waldorf School, Burlington, Ontario

Burlington, Ontario
Appleby Line/Upper Middle Road
 
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"Discover Halton Waldorf School—where confidence, independence, and curiosity thrive. Nestled on five lush forested acres, our unique campus has nurtured young minds through Waldorf education since 1984." —From the school

  • Gr. PS to 12 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $19,950
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Halton Waldorf School 19950 Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Coed
Toronto Waldorf School, Thornhill, Ontario
Toronto Waldorf School, Thornhill, Ontario

Thornhill, Ontario
Bathurst St/Rutherford Rd
 
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"Toronto Waldorf School offers a curriculum that integrates academics, arts and movement while addressing the intellectual, physical, emotional and social aspects of child development from preschool to gr. 12." —From the school

  • Gr. NS to 12 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $5,742 to $25,450
  • Day school
  • 360 students
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Toronto Waldorf School 5742 Grade1E Grade2E Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E Grade14E Grade15E Grade16E Grade17E FinancialAid Day Coed
Shining Stars School, Mississauga, Ontario
Shining Stars School, Mississauga, Ontario

Mississauga, Ontario
 
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"Shining Stars School believes by combining the most conducive, inclusive and safe learning environment and developmentally appropriate curricular supports, our students can succeed!" —From the school

  • Gr. JK to 5 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $25,000 to $49,994
  • Day school
  • 30 students
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Shining Stars School 25000 Grade3E Grade4E Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Day Coed
Trillium Waldorf School, Guelph, Ontario
Trillium Waldorf School, Guelph, Ontario

Guelph, Ontario
Victoria Rd N/Woodlawn Rd E
 
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"Trillium provides a vibrant and deeply nourishing comprehensive education designed to support both our students' capacity for free thinking and the strength of character needed to meet a radically changing world." —From the school

  • Gr. K to 8 (Coed)
  • Waldorf curriculum
  • $6,650 to $18,435
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Trillium Waldorf School 6650 Grade5E Grade6E Grade7E Grade8E Grade9E Grade10E Grade11E Grade12E Grade13E FinancialAid Day Coed

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