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Green Meadow Waldorf School

#1 in Best Private High Schools in Rockland County

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Overall Grade
Private, Boarding
PK, K-12
CHESTNUT RIDGE, NY
Rating 4.59 out of 5 27 reviews

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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Sports
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gmws.org

(845) 356-2514

307 HUNGRY HOLLOW RD
CHESTNUT RIDGE, NY 10977

About Green Meadow Waldorf School...

Applying

Application Deadline

Rolling Admissions

Application Fee

$50

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

None

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$28,500

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)

$48,550

Received Financial Aid

50%

Average Financial Aid

From Green Meadow Waldorf School

A different kind of private school, Green Meadow Waldorf School strives to create a social, cultural, and learning environment that recognizes the child’s spiritual freedom and growth.

Inspired by Rudolf Steiner’s insights into human development, Green Meadow nurtures the physical, emotional, and intellectual capacities of the growing child through a developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Upcoming Events

FALL FAIR
October 14, 10:00 am
307 Hungry Hollow Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
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The Fall Fair is a beloved annual family tradition that engages the entire community. It is an opportunity for us to raise awareness of our school and to strengthen the social fabric between our current families, alumni, GMWS faculty, and staff. This is an all-hands-on-deck event and our volunteers help contribute supplies, oversee the various events, sell tickets, and much more.
GMWS HIGH SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
October 25, 6:00 pm
307 Hungry Hollow Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
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Come and be a part of the GMWS High School Open House! Envision a high school that blends challenging academics with the arts, music, and practical real-world encounters within a vibrant social community. A place where education flourishes not only within four walls but also amidst natural outdoor settings and across the global stage. A place where every student is recognized, esteemed, and inspired to push their boundaries. We warmly welcome you to join us for a taste of sample classes and to listen to insights from our esteemed faculty, students, parents, and alumni. This occasion warmly welcomes parents along with their middle and high school children. Learn more by contacting our Director of Admissions at 845-356-2514 x302.
Come and be a part of the GMWS High School Open House! Envision a high school that blends challenging academics with the arts, music, and practical real-world encounters within a vibrant social community. A place where education flourishes not only within four walls but also amidst natural outdoor settings and across the global stage. A place where every student is recognized, esteemed, and inspired to push their boundaries. We warmly welcome you to join us for a taste of sample classes and to listen to insights from our esteemed faculty, students, parents, and alumni. This occasion warmly welcomes parents along with their middle and high school children. Learn more by contacting our Director of Admissions at 845-356-2514 x302.
GMWS MIDDLE SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
November 18, 10:00 am
307 Hungry Hollow Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
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Join us to learn more about our middle school program. Faculty will provide an overview of the middle school, and offer middle school class demonstrations, followed by a Q&A. Students are welcome to attend. Learn more by contacting our Director of Admissions at 845-356-2514 x302.
GMWS LOWER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
January 20, 10:00 am
307 Hungry Hollow Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
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Join us to learn more about our lower school program. Faculty will provide an overview of the middle school, and offer middle school class demonstrations, followed by a Q&A. Students are welcome to attend. Learn more by contacting our Assistant Director of Admissions at 845-356-2514, x326

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

100%

Average SAT

1260

24 responses

Average ACT

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More About Green Meadow Waldorf School Academics

The Waldorf Difference

The essence of Waldorf Education is founded on the understanding that every child goes through three distinct phases of development. Each of these stages requires a different approach in order to meet and engage the intellectual, physical, emotional, and social needs of the growing child.

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Culture & Safety

Poll

75%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 4 responses

Poll

75%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 4 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 15 responses

Fall Fair
27%
Basketball tournaments
20%
Michaelmas
20%
Rose Ceremony
20%
May Day
13%

Boarding

Students Boarding

Boarding Days Per Week

Top Countries

Argentina, China, Germany, India

International Boarding Students

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Students

Diversity

A minus

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

277

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 4 responses

100%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 4 responses

75%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 4 responses

Preschool

Annual Cost

Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Starting Age

2 years 9 months

Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio

Website

gmws.org/early-childhood

Offers Full Week
Yes
Offers Part Week
Yes
Offers Full Day
Yes
Offers Part Day
Yes

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National

17:1

Poll

80%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 5 responses

Poll

100%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 5 responses

Poll

80%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 5 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A minus

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Low

Boys Athletic Participation

Low

75%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 4 responses

25%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 4 responses

50%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 4 responses

Green Meadow Waldorf School Reviews

27 reviews

We cannot express enough the gratitude and admiration we have for Green Meadow. By focusing on and celebrating the best parts of childhood, the Green Meadow curriculum, campus, and faculty and staff cultivate creativity, curiosity, and joy within their students. Our child has benefited year after year from the hands-on experiences and the contemplative studies the school provides to each and every student. As parents in the 21st century, it's so reassuring to know that Green Meadow remembers what it's like to be a child. Their holistic approach to educating through the years with developmentally appropriate curricula allows children to see the world for its natural beauty and native brilliance. Because students are fully engaged in the learning process, from performances to immersive explorations (have you even seen their notebooks!?!) they develop an autonomy, agency, and confidence to take on the future in the face of all its uncertainties. It's truly a beautiful education.

Review Green Meadow Waldorf School

Green Meadow Waldorf is a wonderful school for my son. He gets individualized attention. We love main lesson, extra curricular activities. All are excellent!

I love that the school is small & so we all know each other. The teachers care about your progress, are available to help & encourage our opinions and thoughts on changes that may affect us during the school year. Green Meadow is nice place to learn. We go on educational trips & come together for performances & art projects. One thing I wish Green Meadow had, since I’m an athlete was a stronger Athletic Dept. But aside from That, I’m grateful for the Green Meadow Waldorf experience.

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