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Why Waldorf?

“Why Waldorf?” film by Marin Waldorf School in San Rafael, CA (www.marinwaldorf.org)

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Honolulu Waldorf School
📅 Schedule a tour today! Link in bio ⬇️
🌿 Nurturing minds & hearts since 1961
🌈 Pre-K through Grade 8
📍 honoluluwaldorf.org

Hands full of mochi and hearts full of song. 🎏✨ Y

Hands full of mochi and hearts full of song. 🎏✨

Yesterday, our students stepped into the role of cultural ambassadors, traveling across campus to share the beauty of Japanese tradition in honor of Boy's/Children’s Day (こどもの日, Kodomo no Hi).

From our youngest in preschool to our leaders in middle school, it was a moving journey of rhythmic movement and shared spirit. Watching the students bridge our community through shared melodies and the sweetness of mochi reminded us of the resilience and joy within every child.

May we all carry the vibrant spirit of the koinobori today and every day! 🍡🎶

Summer Magic is Calling! ☀️ Ready to swap screens

Summer Magic is Calling! ☀️
Ready to swap screens for sunshine? Join us at Honolulu Waldorf for a summer of wonder in Niu Valley!

From circus arts and music to puppetry and water play, we’re engaging head, heart, and hands in the golden beauty of summer. Whether you join us for one week or all six, it’s going to be a season of growth and lifelong memories.

The Essentials:
📅 June 8 – July 17
🧒 Age group 6–11
📍 Honolulu Waldorf School

Ready to secure your spot?
Spaces fill up fast! Tap the link in our bio to register now or scan the QR code on this flyer.

Know a family looking for a meaningful summer experience? Tag them in the comments! 👇

#HonoluluWaldorf #WaldorfSummer #NiuValley #OahuMoms #SummerCamp

Yesterday, our grades 5-8 students had an opportun

Yesterday, our grades 5-8 students had an opportunity to learn how to make a perfect cup of green tea by a Japanese Green Tea Ambassador, Ms Kumiko Sammler from Portland, Oregon.
Kumiko Sensei also teaches Japanese at Cedarwood Waldorf School.

The students said that learning the whole process of making green tea was soothing and satisfying! They also found the traditional tea utensils very beautiful. And the combination of Chichi dango and green tea tasted amazing. They got to try two types of green teas: Mild Sencha (Hatsu Midori) and Hojicha (Ogura Kaori) from Koyamaen , Kyoto, Japan.

Much gratitude for Kumiko Sensei, who has visited us every spring for the past 4 years to share her deep knowledge about green tea. And mahalo for many parents who came to help us. 🍵

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#japanesegreenteambassador
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#日本茶大使
#日本茶アドバイザー

History Meets Science. Woodwork Meets Physics. Fr

History Meets Science. Woodwork Meets Physics.

From the stars above to the soil beneath our feet, our middle schoolers don’t just study subjects in isolation - they journey through them. Whether they are exploring the triumphs of Ancient Rome, the complexities of mathematical patterns, or the laws of chemistry, we believe a rigorous academic foundation is best supported when balanced with hands-on discovery.

By integrating history, culture, math, science, world languages, and art into every block, we create a learning experience that feels alive. Combined with meaningful environmental stewardship and rooted in community, this well-balanced education engages the mind, nurtures creativity, and supports the whole child.

👉Scan the QR code or go to the link in our bio to register.

Where curiosity takes root and bright futures begi

Where curiosity takes root and bright futures begin.

At Honolulu Waldorf School, our Early Childhood programs celebrate the magic of childhood while building the essential social and cognitive foundations for life. Enrollment is now open!

🌱 Early Preschool & Pre-K: Accepting applications now.
🌸 Kindergarten: High demand-spots are filling quickly! Apply today.
👶 Parent-Child Classes: Fall registration opens April 1st.

Tuition Support: We participate in PATCH Preschool Open Doors (ages 2-4). Applications for the 2026-27 school year open this April!

🔗 Link in bio or scan the QR code to apply and learn more about tuition assistance.

Every child grows at their own pace. You can't rus

Every child grows at their own pace. You can't rush a flower to bloom, and you can't hurry a child's becoming. With love, trust, and the right environment, they unfold into exactly who they are meant to be.🌱

An app can't see the spark in your child's eyes wh

An app can't see the spark in your child's eyes when they finally 'get' it. A teacher can.✨

Is tech in the classroom progress, or is it just a shortcut? How about at home? Let's hear your take below.👇🏼

#WaldorfEducation #ScreenFreeChildhood #HawaiiParents #HolisticEducation #HonoluluSchools

💜Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day family ou

💜Looking for the perfect Valentine’s Day family outing?

You are cordially invited to come celebrate love, play, and community at Waldorfaire:
“Love Grows Here” - Honolulu Waldorf School’s annual family fun fair!

🐴 Pony rides & petting zoo
🎶 Live music & puppet show
🎨 Face painting & crafts
🍴 Food, games, and more

📅 February 14, 2026 | 10AM–2PM
📍 Honolulu Waldorf School | 350 Ulua St

A joyful, heart centered event for the whole family and everyone who wants to have a loving and magical day ✨- come join us!

As we turn the page into our second semester, we p

As we turn the page into our second semester, we pause to look back with gratitude on the many moments that shaped our first half of the school year. 🌱

From small, everyday wonders to meaningful milestones, each moment tells the story of learning, growing, and belonging at Honolulu Waldorf School.

Here’s a look at some of the moments that made our first semester so special - and a heartfelt welcome to all our students and families as we continue this journey together.

1. Picnic Under the Monkeypod Trees

2. Michaelmas

3. Halloween Story Walk

4. Dia de los Muertos

5. Lantern Walk

6. Spiral Walk

7. Holiday Community Sing-along

8. Our community getting together for crafting Tuesdays

9–13: First week of school - welcoming students back for our second semester.

We're so happy to begin this new season of learning, creativity, and growth together!🌈

A Collection of Moments from the Last Few Weeks ✨

A Collection of Moments from the Last Few Weeks ✨

From polished shoes and quiet anticipation on Saint Nicholas Day, to shared morning celebrations, the gentle glow of the spiral walk, joyful moments with community at our Holiday Market, and the light-filled beauty of Santa Lucia.

These past weeks have been filled with meaningful traditions, reverence, and togetherness.

#waldorfeducation #WaldorfSchool #oahu #hawaii #wholechildeducation #community

✨ Why Waldorf Works - Backed by Science ✨ It’s not

✨ Why Waldorf Works - Backed by Science ✨
It’s not magic - it’s neuroscience, developmental psychology, and a rhythm that matches how children actually learn.

At Honolulu Waldorf School looping teachers, developmentally aligned lessons, and hands-on learning build confidence, curiosity, and cognitive skills - all while honoring the natural pace of childhood.

📚 Swipe through to see the proof behind the method - and why children thrive when education meets development.

✨ Tomorrow: ReLoved Holiday Rummage Sale ✨ 🕗 8am–

✨ Tomorrow: ReLoved Holiday Rummage Sale ✨

🕗 8am–12pm
📍 Honolulu Waldorf School • 350 Ulua St

We’ve got it ALL:
🛋️ Furniture (new + used)
🏄 Surfboards
🎁 Toys & books
👚 Clothing (new + used)
🍼 Baby items
🏺 Ceramics

… and so much more!
Come treasure hunt with us!

♻️ ReLoved Market - A Sustainable Holiday Rummage

♻️ ReLoved Market - A Sustainable Holiday Rummage Sale

🗓️ Saturday, November 15
⏰ 8am–12pm
📍 Honolulu Waldorf School, 350 Ulua Street

Gift consciously, shop joyfully, and give beloved items new homes.
All proceeds go towards music & entertainment for Waldorfaire in February 2026.

🌿 Shop sustainably, support our school community, and spread holiday cheer!

#WaldorfSchool #SustainableLiving #HonoluluEvents #EcoFriendlyShopping #WaldorfCommunity

💗💛🩵 Save the Date ~ Spend Valentine’s Day 2026 at

💗💛🩵 Save the Date ~ Spend Valentine’s Day 2026 at Waldorfaire! 🌿🎪💐
💗💛🩵 Celebrate love, art, and community under the Monkeypod trees. ✨🌸

Join us on Saturday, February 14, 2026, 10-2, at Honolulu Waldorf School for our beloved annual festival, filled with 🎨 handmade crafts, 🎶 live music, 🍲 delicious food, and 🤝 joyful connection.

Experience Valentine’s Day the Waldorf way, surrounded by beauty, creativity, and aloha. 🌸🌿💗💛🩵

#Waldorfaire2026 #HonoluluWaldorfSchool #WaldorfEducation #WaldorfOahu #OahuEvents #CommunityLove #HandmadeWithHeart #FamilyFun #ValentinesDay #UnderTheMonkeypodTrees #WaldorfFestival #WaldorfLife

Join us for our Open House on Saturday, October 25

Join us for our Open House on Saturday, October 25th at 9:30 AM!
All are welcome, current HWS families, and our broader community.

Discover what makes a Waldorf education unique with:
📚 A brief overview of the Waldorf approach
🧮 Hands-on teaching demos where you’ll experience classes as a student, in literacy, math, science, and early childhood
🎓 An inspiring alumni panel sharing how Waldorf prepared them for high school and beyond
💬 Q&A time

Come see how learning through head, heart, and hands nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and confidence from Early Childhood through Grade 8.

👉 RSVP at the new link in bio to save your spot! Fine to show up too!

#HonoluluWaldorf #WaldorfEducation #OpenHouse #Honolulu #Oahu #HawaiiSchools #EarlyChildhood #Grades1to8 #WholeChildEducation #LearnByDoing #WaldorfHawaii #EducationForTheFuture
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🌈 🎓 Where do Honolulu Waldorf students go after 8t

🌈 🎓 Where do Honolulu Waldorf students go after 8th grade?
Many of our graduates continue their journeys at these excellent high schools:

🏫 Mid-Pacific Institute
@ midpacific

🌳 Punahou School
@punahouschool

🐾 Kaiser High School
@kaiserhighschool_hi

⚜️ Le Jardin Academy
@lejardinacademy

📚 ʻIolani School
@iolani_school

Wherever they go, our students bring with them curiosity, creativity, and the confidence that comes from a Waldorf education. 🌿💫

#HonoluluWaldorfSchool #WaldorfEducation #WaldorfAlumni #WaldorfJourney #OahuSchools #HonoluluSchools #MidPacific #Punahou #LeJardinAcademy #IolaniSchool #KaiserHighSchool #WaldorfHawaii

Come Experience and Learn More about Waldorf Educa

Come Experience and Learn More about Waldorf Education at 1 of our 4 Upcoming Open Houses this month!

Two are virtual and two are on our beautiful campus!

RSVP link in bio - We hope to see you soon!

✨ Michaelmas Celebration This Week! ✨ This week,

✨ Michaelmas Celebration This Week! ✨

This week, our Honolulu Waldorf School community will gather for The Festival of Courage (Michaelmas), a decades-old tradition at HWS that unites us in celebration and reflection.

With themes of courage, facing our fears, finding balance between light and dark, and gratitude for the harvest season, this festival honors the strength within each of us as we meet challenges, both seen and unseen.

Our celebration will include music, a pageant, and shared food, as well as the much-anticipated appearance of our mighty dragon 🐉. It’s a day filled with symbolism, beauty, and the joyful spirit of community.

🌾 Michaelmas reminds us, together, we have the courage to bring light to the world! 🌞❤️

#Michaelmas #FestivalOfCourage #WaldorfEducation #HonoluluWaldorf #HWSCommunity

Only 9 days left in our Give Aloha campaign! Pleas

Only 9 days left in our Give Aloha campaign! Please donate by September 30 so we can receive matching funds from the George Mason Foundation. 🌺 Click the link in our bio to donate today!

✨ It’s not magic. It’s science! 🧠 Through active,

✨ It’s not magic. It’s science! 🧠

Through active, joyful play, children strengthen neural connections, building the foundation for focus, self-regulation, and future academic success. 🌱

#WaldorfEducation #LearningThroughPlay #ChildDevelopment #HonoluluWaldorf #EarlyChildhood #Neurodevelopment #HonoluluKeiki

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