Portland Waldorf School students work hard and excel academically, but it’s their honesty, integrity, and kindness that truly defines who they are.

At Portland Waldorf School, education is independent and human-centered, screen-free in the grades and limited in high school.

We rarely consider how the school we choose will shape our own personal lives and affect our parenting experiences—even though school has a tremendous impact on home life, family culture, and even our adult social lives!

As easy answers and digital shortcuts are changing education today, scientists, teachers and other educators are rapidly bringing attention to the importance of productive struggle in childhood.

Waldorf’s intentionally slow approach to tech helps students develop healthier relationships with devices and their peers.

PWS Summer Camp 2026 Advanced Art for Teens with Nina Churchill.

PWS Summer Camp 2026 features Printmaking and Drawing with Artist and Middle School Art Teacher, Dexter Brightman.

Every year, like so many Waldorf schools across the globe, PWS prepares for and cherishes our Michaél Festival. This festival is celebrated during the changing of the seasons in September and honors the archangel Michael as a living image of courage and clarity.

PWHS alum Madison Rowley ’04 shares how his time at Portland Waldorf High School shaped his creative path. From a 15+ year career in film to world beard championships and a hobby cidery called Wild Kin, Madison’s journey shows how curiosity, creativity, and the support of small class sizes can open doors beyond high school.

As AI and technology continue to reshape the world, parents and educators are asking what skills children will need to thrive. Waldorf Education offers a proven approach, emphasizing imagination and fostering meaningful connections between students and teachers.