Parent Reviews

Walden has been exactly the right choice for my son for elementary school! I can't say enough good things. The learning is hands-on, whole-body engagement (no 2-dimensional work sheets!). It is collaborative, creative, and integrated across domains. For instance, students each learned about a specific sea-animal, lavishly decorated the classroom as an underwater environment (arts and crafts, teamwork), wrote and delivered a presentation (with written, visual, and oral components), and visited "their" animal at the aquarium. The teachers know the students' strengths and weaknesses and enjoy them as people! Students' work is tailored to their level, and they have a lot of autonomy in how and where in the classroom to complete the work. The parent-teacher conference in the spring is led by the students, so that they can reflect on what their strengths and goals are. My son has grown so confident, and his natural curiosity about science and social science has been fostered, not squelched, as it had been at his previous school. He also really loves the music program, especially the twice-yearly concerts on the Media Theater stage. And check the prices against other private schools. It sure seemed like a bargain to me! Thank you, Walden!

We are so happy we found the Walden community. The place feels like a big hug. Every day our kids are excited to go, and they are simultaneously challenged and nurtured. The structure of the school allows for it to deal with all different types of personalities and learning styles, while challenging and respecting all students.

My daughter has had a wonderful experience at Walden. She started in the pre-K program at 3 and is now a first-grader. All of her teachers have shown amazing patience and a true desire to know my daughter as a person, including attention to her specific learning style. Manageable class sizes allow an individualized approach to education that really supports children academically. In addition, the teachers and entire staff promote social and emotional learning that helps students to become thoughtful community members. As parents, we originally planned to have our daughter attend preschool at Walden and then take advantage of our district's strong public schools; however, we're now hooked and couldn't imagine leaving!

My husband and I feel so fortunate that we are able to send our son to the Walden School. They have created an environment that has allowed my kind-hearted, socially shy, needs help to come out of his shell 9-year-old son to thrive. They allow the students to explore; they encourage them to speak up & speak out; they take an interest in them inside and outside of school & they really foster a culture of diversity and understanding of differences. Prior to coming to Walden, my son attended K-1st grade at a school that just wasn't up to par academically & where we felt our son got lost in the shuffle. Here, everyone knows him by name, makes an effort to know us as parents and really digs deep to understand how they can best help each individual child. I especially love that the way they teach isn't just by lecture, sitting at a desk staring at a chalkboard, but through hands-on projects, exploration & using sensory and tactile items to accommodate different learning styles. I will sing their praises to anyone looking into schools for their children.

The Walden School was so much more than a school to my family. They were part of our community, our neighborhood, and our lives. My daughter started in the Pre-K program at 3.5 and has blossomed into an intelligent, compassionate, and strong independent child. As parents, we prioritized finding a school that would instill a love of learning and a respect for the student in their core values and Walden more than lived up to that expectation. I wish we could stay there forever!!

I have nothing but good things to say about Walden! Not only is my daughter learning academically, but socially as well. The school encourages the children to work out conflicts peacefully. The teachers are caring and it is a nurturing environment.

Both of my children attended the Walden School. It’s a magical place and both of them have had a wonderful experience. The teachers and education are stellar and the administrators are equally as involved in your child/ children’s care. It’s an outstanding education experience and institution, respectively. Every morning I drop my child off I’m worry-free knowing she is in a safe environment and at the same time getting an education that’s second to none. My kids have a tremendous head start because they attended TWS!

Walden is extraordinary in every way. The academic program is excellent and the teachers are truly devoted to the development of the whole child, as they also nurture their social and emotional development like no other school. Walden's atmosphere is positive and peaceful and the teachers are intelligent, skilled experts who care deeply about each child. It's a truly unique and wonderful place and one of the most affordable private schools in the area!

The Walden school has been a game changer for our son. Walden’s holistic approach to learning allows kids to gain a great education through the Montessori method, while gaining life skills like teamwork, leadership, respect, emotional intelligence, and more. In just three years, our son has gone from a shy, not so confident kid to an outgoing, self-assured young boy. I like to think that I’m a good parent but, I have to say, he’s not the person he is today without Walden.

Choosing to send our son to The Walden School has been one of the best decisions we’ve ever made for our family. From the moment we joined the community, we felt welcomed and supported. Walden’s curriculum nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning, and our son has thrived in this environment. Beyond academics, Walden instills values of respect and kindness, which are shaping him into a compassionate and confident learner. We are incredibly grateful for the dedication of our son’s teachers and the strong sense of community that Walden fosters. If you're looking for a school that honors individuality, inspires learning, and cultivates character, The Walden School is for you - it’s truly a special place!

Cherish the time you have at Walden, because it’s a very unique experience. The individual attention you get there now will give you the confidence to advocate for yourself and get involved in new things later. My life is on a great path because I had the opportunity to start my education at Walden. Don't take it for granted!

My two kids have loved it and flourished at Walden! They feel loved and are able to be their expressive self in ways they couldn’t in other schools. We love and appreciate what Walden has done!!

We feel so lucky that we found Walden and that we can be part of this community. Our big kid transitioned to a new school this year after 6 glorious years at Walden. Walden set him up for success. The feedback we get from his new school is how conscientious, hard-working, thoughtful, and confident. He learned this at Walden. Our little guy is still at Walden and we treasure our years there. Our energetic boys thrive at Walden. Walden instills in them a love learning. The teachers know them so well and guide them to dig deep into math, science, writing, art, history, and life lessons. The boys are growing and thriving as whole people. And our lives are all better because of it. When they come home, they enjoy doing homework. They love reading. This school, the teachers, and the administration are an absolute treasure!

Our experience at Walden has been extremely positive. The teachers and administration have created a peaceful and caring environment for our two girls. Walden encourages children to explore their interests while developing their emotional and intellectual capacities. The school's pedagogy is among the best we've witnessed, in that Walden is consistently committed to Montessori teaching and learning experiences that are backed by both the timeless values of Dr. Montessori and recent learnings from education research regarding how to best help kids learn and grow. Most importantly, our girls have made great friends at Walden, adore their teachers and are genuinely happy, curious learners.

My experience has been excellent. I am a parent of a three-year old and a seven-year old, and both children cherish their teachers and classmates and are supported to be the best students and community members they can be.

My children have thrived in both academic success and personal growth. Teachers clearly take not only students into their classrooms but the entire family. The awareness of the many factors that go into a child's growth is a large part of The Walden School. Two of my children started when they were two. My daughter recently graduated from the 8th grade and entered high school with the confidence every parent wishes for their child.

I am elated our daughter has had the blessing of attending The Walden School. It has been such a joy watching her blossom over these last few years. We are so excited for watching what else this school has to offer as she moves through elementary school. I will forever recommend this school to parents looking for a rewarding educational experience for their young child.

My three children have attended Walden... As a family we have loved our Walden experience so much that we initially intended for our children to be there for 1-2 years and they ended up attending for many more. Our children have each developed strong character and a sense of caring for their community. They've been part of a respectful, warm, compassionate environment where kids can interact with older and younger children and both as mentors and mentees. They've loved the individualized teaching style and all of their teachers have been excellent and incredibly dedicated to their craft, their students, and to the Walden School as a whole. We are very grateful also for Walden's support during some challenging times my children and our family have experienced over the years.