Parent & Child Programs
Our Parent Child programs serve as a wonderful introduction for new families to explore our school and spend time on our campus with their little ones. Once families begin, many return again and again for more time filled with music, rhyme, stories, joy and games for children ages birth to three plus years.
These programs are carefully designed as a chance for our youngest future students to grow comfortable in a group setting and interact with piers while caregivers are still present; allowing for a steady transition into the school environment.
Children are accompanied by caregivers (parents, grandparents, guardians, sitters etc.) for all of these programs. Offerings run in sessions year round. Please continue to check this page for updates and new class openings!
We look forward to welcoming you and your little one to our beautiful campus for the opportunity to explore, engage and connect with your child and our incredible community of parents and teachers.
For families with children ages birth to four years, programs include:
Tiempo de Historias Musicales Bilingües ~ Bilingual Musical Storytime (18 months and older)
Sweet Peas (birth - 18 months)
Peas & Carrots (18 months and older)
*Please Note: We offer flexible pricing for families in need of such support. Please contact Brie Fitzsimmons, Business Administrator, for additional support.
Tiempo de Historias Musicales Bilingües - Bilingual Musical Storytime (18 months and older)
Cuándo: Miércoles de 8:45 - 10:15 am
Oms: Los padres, madres, niñeras/os junto a sus niños y niñas de 18 mes a 3+ años. Espacio limitado a 8 familias por sesión.
Dónde: Eurythmy Room at WSRF
Los padres, madres, niñeras/os junto a sus niños y niñas de 0 a 3+ años de edad están invitados a cantar, jugar, bailar y mucho más, mientras que dos idiomas se tejen uno al lado del otro en nuestra primera oferta bilingüe de padres e hijos en WSRF (La Escuela Waldorf en el Roaring Fork). Se enseñarán canciones, bailes y juegos de regazo simples y tradicionales en español con Alejandra Rico Bustillos, alternando con un currículum alegre en inglés presentado por Holly Richardson. El canto será acompañado con instrumentos acústicos simples que incluyen flautas, tambores y agitadores, ukelele y más. Después de un animado movimiento, se invita a las familias a relajarse y disfrutar de un sencillo espectáculo de marionetas. Los participantes pueden compartir canciones, juegos e historias de sus países de origen para ayudar a crear un espacio cálido y acogedor de riqueza cultural para todos. ¡No se necesita experiencia musical! Las familias pueden quedarse, socializar y comer un refrigerio al aire libre después de clases. ¡Los hermanos menores son bienvenidos!
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When: Wednesdays 8:45am - 10:15am
Who: Intended for primary caregiver and children ages 18 months to 3+ years. (*Ages are suggested: if your child falls outside of this range and you are interested in the program, please contact WSRF). Capped at 8 families per session.
Where: Eurythmy Room at WSRF
Parents/Caregivers and their children ages birth to 3 plus years of age are invited to sing, play, dance and more while two languages are woven side by side in our first ever Bilingual Parent Child offering at WSRF. Simple, traditional songs, dances, and lap games will be taught in Spanish from Alejandra Rico Bustillos alternating with joyful curriculum in English brought by Holly Richardson. Singing will be accompanied with simple acoustic instruments including flutes, drums and shakers, ukulele, and more. Class starts with fairy muffins and tea. After lively movement, families are invited to relax and enjoy a simple puppet show. There is time to stay and play after the puppet show. Participants are welcome to share songs, games and stories from their homelands to help create a warm and welcoming space of cultural richness for all. No musical experience necessary! Families are welcome to stay and socialize and snack outside after class. Younger siblings welcome!
2023-2024 Program Dates & Details
Wednesdays 8:45am-10:15am
Miércoles de 8:45 - 10:15 am
Session 1: Aug 30, Sept 6, 13, 20, 27 (5 weeks)
Session 2: Oct 11, 18, 25, Nov 1, 8, 15 (6 weeks)
Session 3: Nov 29, Dec 6, 13, 20 (4 weeks)
Session 4: Jan 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb 7, 14 (6 weeks)
Session 5: Feb 28, Mar 6, 13, 20, April 3, 10 (6 weeks)
Session 6: April 24, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (6 weeks)
Cost: $80 for 4 week session
$120 for 6 week session
Classes are non-refundable and cannot be pro-rated for late starts. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are processed less a 5% service fee.
5 family minimum sign up
We offer flexible pricing for families in need of such support. Please contact Brie Fitzsimmons, Business Administrator for additional support.
Ofrecemos precios flexibles para las familias que necesitan dicho apoyo. Comuníquese con Brie Fitzsimmons, administrador comercial, para obtener asistencia adicional.
Sweet Peas (Birth to 18 months)
When: Summer 2023 hosted on Tuesdays 9:00am-11:00am
For 23/24 Sessions: Thursdays 9:00am-11:00am
Who: Intended for primary care giver and babies, ages birth (0 months) to 18 months. (*Ages are suggested: if your child falls outside of this range and you are interested in the program, please contact WSRF). Fathers, grandmothers, pregnant mothers also welcome. Capped at 7 families per session.
Where: Eurythmy Room at WSRF
Parents and their babes are welcomed into a nourishing space which includes gentle stretching, singing, meditation, and a healthy brunch. First time parents learn ways to connect with their babies while seasoned parents are invited to share their wisdom. Parents are guided in observation exercises as well as sweet, simple lap games and lullabies. Soothing sensory experiences offered to help restore and rejuvenate body, soul, and spirit. Aspects of child development explored while self care practices deepened. Articles and texts offered to deepen conversations and understanding of topics explored.
*Please Note: We offer flexible pricing for families in need of such support. Please contact Brie Fitzsimmons, Business Administrator, for additional support.
2023-2024 Program Dates & Details
Thursdays 9:00am-11:00am
Session 1: Aug 31, Sept 7, 14, 21, 28, Oct 5 (6 weeks)
Session 2: Oct 26, Nov 2, 9, 16, 30, Dec 7, 14 (7 weeks)
Session 3: Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1, 8 (5 weeks)
Session 4: Feb 29, Mar 7, 14, 21, Apr 4 (5 weeks)
Session 5: Apr 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 (5 weeks)
Cost: $250 for 5 week session
$350 for 7 week session
Classes are non-refundable and cannot be pro-rated for late starts. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are processed less a 5% service fee.
5 family minimum sign up
Peas & Carrots (18 months and older)
When: For Summer 2023: Wednesdays 9-11:30am outside. For 2023/2024 Sessions: Fridays 9:00am-11:30am in the Bluesky Classroom
Who: Intended for primary care giver and children, ages 18 months to 3+ years. (*Ages are suggested: if your child falls outside of this range and you are interested in the program, please contact WSRF). Baby siblings welcome (cost is per family). Capped at 6 families per indoor session, 8 families for outdoor session.
Where: New Kindergarten Room (previous Parent Child Room) with outdoor playtime in the Kinderhaus Play yard at WSRF when weather permits
Parent and children enjoy the nourishing environment of a Waldorf early childhood environment while experiencing a “mini morning” that mimics life in a preschool and kindergarten classroom. Elements include starting with circle time with music, verse and movement, blessing and wholesome snack, free play outside, clean up and a puppet show. Parents and children experience the soothing qualities and practices of a home-like environment. Principles and practices of Waldorf early childhood and self care are woven throughout. Parents create social connections while children begin to learn to be together. Children build a healthy foundation for future literacy and lifelong learning while playing, listening, singing, rhyming, moving their bodies, engaging in the domestic arts, and more. Articles and texts offered to deepen conversations and understanding of topics explored.
*Please Note: We offer flexible pricing for families in need of such support. Please contact Brie Fitzsimmons, Business Administrator, for additional support.
2023/2024 Program Dates & Details
Fridays 9:00am-11:30am
Session 1: Aug 25, Sept 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, Oct 6 (7 weeks)
Session 2: Oct 20, 27, Nov 3, 10, 17, Dec 1, 8, 15 (8 weeks)
Session 3: Jan 12, 19, 26, Feb 2, 9, 16 (6 weeks)
Session 4: Mar 1, 8, 22 April 5, 12 (5 weeks)
Session 5: April 19, 26, May 3, 10, 17, 24 (6 weeks)
Cost: $250 for 5 week session*
$300 for 6 week session*
Classes are non-refundable and cannot be pro-rated for late starts. Refunds for extenuating circumstances are processed less a 5% service fee.
4 family minimum sign up
