Oak Meadow’s Waldorf inspired kindergarten curriculum reflects the openhearted and imaginative way that young children meet the world.
A rich tradition of oral language and classic stories provides the backdrop for your child’s first exploration into the world of language arts. Each week students are immersed in a language-rich environment as they listen to stories, recite poetry, and learn new songs.
Familiarity with individual letters is achieved through activities that engage the student artistically, physically, and musically. Emphasis is placed on integrating the sounds and shapes of each letter in preparation for first grade.
In math, students are gently introduced to the world of numbers through play-based activities, crafts, and storytelling. Math skills are fostered through working with patterns, grouping and sorting, and learning to draw geometric shapes.
Science, arts and crafts, music and movement, and health round out the kindergarten experience. Each week students participate in nature walks, watercolor painting, puppetry, storytelling, circle songs and games, cooking, gardening, movement activities, and imitative games.
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The Oak Meadow Kindergarten curriculum nurtures the natural wonder and joyful curiosity of young learners.
Oak Meadow offers a secular, book-based, developmentally appropriate kindergarten curriculum that embraces the openhearted and imaginative way young children experience the world.
Our kindergarten materials create a gentle, play-based introduction to learning, with a rich tapestry of oral language, classic stories, songs, and poems. Each week, children engage with activities that spark creativity and curiosity, using their whole selves—head, heart, and hands—to connect with emerging academic skills.
If you’re homeschooling independently, Oak Meadow’s Kindergarten curriculum is available in our online shop.
What makes Oak Meadow Kindergarten different?
Print-Based Materials
Our curriculum is print-based because we believe children thrive when learning through tangible, sensory experiences.
We encourage active, engaged learning away from screens, especially in the early years. The Kindergarten curriculum is designed to be enjoyed with books in hand and crafts at the ready, supporting deeper comprehension and joyful discovery.
- Printed materials foster meaningful interactions with stories, songs, and art projects.
- Hands-on learning reduces screen time and supports healthy development.
- Enrolled families receive printed materials, with digital versions for convenience.
Relationships
Our curriculum nurtures warm and caring relationships between children and their home teachers.
At the heart of the Kindergarten experience is connection. Children learn best in the presence of loving guidance and joyful companionship.
- Storytelling and shared activities build emotional bonds.
- Home teacher guidance and planning tools provide confidence and clarity.
- Meaningful lessons offer opportunities for shared wonder and delight.
Artistic Expression
Our curriculum weaves art into everyday learning.
In Kindergarten, artistic expression is a way of life. Drawing, painting, crafting, and making music enrich every subject.
- Watercolor painting and drawing activities develop fine motor skills and creativity.
- Seasonal crafts and handwork connect children to the rhythms of the year.
- Songs, circle games, and puppetry enhance storytelling and movement.
Inquiry and Exploration
Our curriculum encourages natural curiosity and joyful exploration.
Kindergarteners are natural scientists and explorers. Our lessons celebrate their inquisitive nature through hands-on experiences.
- Nature walks and gardening spark wonder about the world.
- Story-based math and science concepts invite playful discovery.
- Imaginative play fosters creative problem-solving.
Empathy and Social Awareness
Our curriculum fosters empathy and kindness from the very beginning.
Through stories and experiences, children begin to understand and care for others.
- Classic tales explore themes of friendship and compassion.
- Group songs and games build a sense of belonging.
- Everyday moments offer opportunities for practicing kindness.
Hands-On Projects
Our curriculum brings learning to life with hands-on projects.
Kindergarteners learn by doing! Our curriculum is full of activities that let children engage with the world around them.
- Baking, cooking, and crafting encourage creativity and practical skills.
- Seasonal activities deepen connection to nature’s rhythms.
- Movement games and physical play promote healthy development.
Self-Reflection
Our curriculum encourages simple moments of self-awareness.
While formal reflection is more common in later grades, we plant the seeds of self-awareness through gentle prompts and conversations.
- Children notice what they enjoy and where they feel confident.
- Playful activities offer natural opportunities for self-expression.
- Parents observe and celebrate moments of growth and joy.
Understanding Through Experience
Our curriculum builds understanding through active experience and meaningful connection.
In Kindergarten, understanding grows through play, observation, and storytelling.
- Math and science concepts come alive through crafts and stories.
- Children see how learning relates to daily life and the natural world.
- Integrated lessons support whole-child development.
Communication Skills
Our curriculum supports early language development through joyful experiences.
Language learning in Kindergarten is vibrant and alive, woven into every part of the day.
- Storytelling builds listening and comprehension skills.
- Songs and rhymes encourage language play.
- Conversations during shared activities nurture expressive language.
Integrated Learning
Our curriculum integrates learning across subjects for a cohesive experience.
Children experience the world as a whole, not in separate parts. Our integrated approach reflects this natural way of learning.
- Seasonal themes guide lessons in art, science, and storytelling.
- Crafts, songs, and movement connect learning to daily life.
- Experiences in nature inspire curiosity across subjects.
Critical Thinking Seeds
Our curriculum plants the seeds of critical thinking through playful problem solving.
Even in Kindergarten, children explore questions and discover solutions in creative ways.
- Puzzles and pattern play introduce early logical thinking.
- Storytelling invites children to consider “what happens next?”
- Craft projects encourage decision-making and creativity.
A World of Wonder
Our curriculum opens up a world of wonder and connection to nature.
Kindergarteners delight in the beauty of the world around them. Our curriculum honors this sense of awe and belonging.
- Nature walks and seasonal celebrations ground children in their environment.
- Stories from around the world cultivate cultural awareness.
- Simple eco-friendly crafts teach respect for the earth.
Ready to learn more?
- View Kindergarten Curriculum Samples
- Explore Oak Meadow’s Elementary Grades to see how learning progresses after Kindergarten
- Attend a Virtual Info Session to learn more about using Oak Meadow’s Kindergarten curriculum at home or through our distance learning school.
