Spain, Alicante
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The school follows Waldorf pedagogy, respecting each child's development and addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs. The program serves early childhood (ages 3 to 5) and primary (ages 6 to 12). Teachers work as a team and collaborate with families, guided by Waldorf principles. The school is in the accreditation process with NEASC.
The school is a nonprofit association composed of families and teachers united by this vision. It emphasizes collaboration between families and the school as a core principle and aims to respond to parents' demand for a community that respects childhood and includes social responsibility.
The school has professional involvement of Sandra Chandía, a Waldorf teacher with more than 22 years of experience. She serves as an educational advisor to teachers and families and is a speaker in Waldorf teacher training. She is the founder of “Vivir Waldorf” and a creator of online and in-person courses and workshops.
The school describes its environment as respectful, loving, and cooperative among children, families, and teachers. It attends to each developmental stage, addressing physical, emotional, spiritual, and intellectual needs, and provides nourishment for each aspect of a child's being.
Escuela Internacional Waldorf Rudolf Steiner is an international Waldorf school and nonprofit association serving children ages 3 to 12, with two stages: early childhood (3–5) and primary (6–12). Developed by families and teachers united by Waldorf principles, the school emphasizes holistic development—physical, emotional, spiritual and intellectual—within a respectful learning community. The curriculum follows Waldorf pedagogy, integrating artistic and practical activities with ongoing academic progress, while prioritizing close collaboration between families and teachers. The school is in the accreditation process with NEASC, reflecting its commitment to meeting high standards. A distinctive feature is the leadership of Waldorf educator Sandra Chandía, who serves as a pedagogical advisor and guides professional development through Vivir Waldorf courses and workshops. The environment is described as respectful, loving and cooperative, with a strong emphasis on environmental care and social responsibility guiding daily life and school culture. It warmly welcomes families seeking a community-based Waldorf education worldwide.