Early Childhood Program

Shining Mountain's highly sought-after early childhood programs serve children ages 2.5 to 6 years old. Flexible schedules, from three to five days, with morning-only and full-day options available.

Play-Based Learning

Play, versus early academic instruction, provides a foundation for healthy development and learning.

Social & Emotional

Teachers provide a nurturing environment for children to explore, discover, and become socially and self-aware.

Nature & Outdoor

Nature is fundamental to a child's wellbeing. Outdoor play is a cornerstone of our program.

Art & Music

Singing, painting, and storytelling develop linguistic and listening skills, perseverance, and problem solving.

Rainbow Garden Afternoon Program

Extend your child's day with our nurturing afternoon kindergarten program, available 2-5 days per week.

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Explore the Curriculum

- Sarah Gillis, SMWS Class of 2012 and Sr. Space Operations Engineer at SpaceX

“I feel like one of the really important things that you get out of a Waldorf education is curiosity—curiosity to go and learn and explore what’s out there in the world. I fell into engineering and a path that I don’t think I would have anticipated, but having an arts background where you’re bringing creativity and imagination into problem-solving, there’s a really incredible synergy between those.”

- Sarah Gillis, SMWS Class of 2012 and Sr. Space Operations Engineer at SpaceX

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