What educational method does TLTH follow?
The Linden Tree House is a Waldorf-inspired program. Rachel is an experienced Waldorf teacher and has trained in LifeWays North America, which upholds the Waldorf approach as it pertains to the young child in home settings.
What is the enrollment process?
If you’re interested in the school, fill out an application. If there’s room in the program, Rachel will contact you and share with you initial school info. If after looking over those documents you’re still interested, we’ll set up a time for a private tour. Following the tour, if we feel it’s a mutual fit, Registration Fee + Materials Fee holds your spot. Please email Rachel at any time in the process if you have any questions.
Are you licensed?
Yes! I hold a permanent child-care, family home license.
When do you open for enrollment?
We open for enrollment for the following school year in January. Summer Camp enrollment begins March 1st.
How many children can you have?
We are licensed for up to 6 children.
What is Waldorf Education?
Waldorf is an approach to education founded by the Austrian philosopher, Rudolf Steiner, in the early twentieth century. With over 100-years of its own history and culture, Waldorf schools have become a global phenomenon that have changed the way we look at childhood development.
What are your qualifications?
I hold a Masters Degree in Elementary Education. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Sciences with a double minor in Anthropology and Psychology. I have over 20 years experience working with children and young people in public and private schools in various capacities and am a Certified Early Childhood Teacher.
I’ve been a substitute teacher, a full-time classroom teacher, a Kindergarten teacher, a before and after school program Director, a mentor for children in inner cities and a mama to my daughter. The Linden Tree House first opened its doors in 2020. I’ve been teaching Kindergarten at Shining Mountain Waldorf School for the last two years.
Can we see the school?
Yes, please! If you’d like to come for a visit, simply fill out this form. We’ll set up a time for tea + apricots. You can bring your child(ren) along and see if they enjoy the space!
What do you clean with?
We use Force of Nature for all cleaning.
What days are you in session?
We’re in session M- Th from 9:00-1:00
What does potty trained mean, exactly?
Potty trained means your child can hold it and go to the bathroom with the group during our breaks, or initiate using the restroom on their own between breaks when they need to go. Accidents happen, especially when we’re starting a new program, in a new place, and getting adjusted. I’m happy to work with your family to support in whatever way feels best.