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Camellia Waldorf preschool children hiking with their teachers on a green hill on the Sacramento campus

Preschool

Discover the Wonder of Preschool at Camellia Waldorf School

A warm, joyful first step into Waldorf education.

 

At Camellia Waldorf School, we honor the tenderness of early childhood. Our play- and nature-based preschool program offers a gentle introduction to school for children who are ready for more than home, but not yet ready to rush into academics.

 

As one of the best private preschools in Sacramento, our program nurtures creativity, cooperation, and imagination while building a strong foundation for future learning and life.

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“Our child feels safe, seen, and so excited to come to school each day. We can feel the care in everything the teachers do.” – Camellia Parent

Preschool families and children at Camellia Waldorf School making apple cider together outdoors
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Young child in the Camellia Waldorf preschool yard creating a sand cake during imaginative play

Why Choose Waldorf Preschool?

Our preschool is homelike, warm, and imaginative, designed to feel like an extension of a caring home rather than an institution.

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What sets Camellia apart:

  • Play and Nature Based Learning
    Young children learn through doing, exploring, and imitating the world around them.

  • Warm, Homelike Classroom Environment
    Natural materials, soft colors, and thoughtful rhythms create a sense of order, security, and beauty.

  • Strong Partnership with Families
    Teachers work closely with parents to support a smooth transition to preschool and ongoing social-emotional growth.

  • Screen-Free, Imagination-Rich Childhood
    Stories, songs, and hands-on activities replace screens, helping children build focus, creativity, and resilience.

  • Licensed, High-Quality Care
    Camellia Waldorf School’s private preschool in Sacramento is a licensed facility in accordance with California State law (License #343620767).

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A Day in Our Preschool

Preschool at Camellia is a gentle rhythm of play, work, rest, and outdoor time that supports healthy development:

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  • Joyful Arrival & Free Play
    Children settle into the classroom with imaginative play using open-ended, natural toys that invite creativity and problem-solving.

  • Hands-On Activities
    Bread baking, fort building, watercolor painting, crafts, and simple practical work help develop fine and gross motor skills while nourishing the senses.

  • Storytelling & Puppet Plays
    Fairy tales, oral storytelling, and puppet shows kindle imagination, enrich vocabulary, and lay foundations for later literacy.

  • Shared Meals & Responsibility
    Children eagerly help set the table, chop vegetables, and participate in mealtime routines, learning cooperation, gratitude, and independence.

  • Outdoor Adventures & Nature Play
    Time outside is integral to our program. Children run, climb, build forts, explore seasonal changes, and enjoy weekly hikes on our spacious, safe campus.

  • Songs, Rhythms & Rest
    Songs and verses guide transitions throughout the day, creating a predictable, emotionally secure environment that supports healthy development.​

Camellia Waldorf preschool yard with natural play space for young children in Sacramento
Camellia Waldorf preschoolers playing in a pile of autumn leaves under a large tree

Program Details

Our preschool is designed to meet your child developmentally and support your family’s schedule.

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Program Hours

  • Core Preschool Program: 8:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.

  • Extended Care available until 4:30 p.m.

Schedule Options

  • 5-day program: Monday–Friday

  • 3-day program: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

  • 2-day program: Thursday, Friday

Age & Readiness

  • Children must turn three years old by December 31 of the entering school year.

  • Children must be fully potty trained before enrollment. 

Highlights of Our Preschool Program

  • Hands-on, experiential learning in both classroom and nature

  • Rich social play that builds empathy, cooperation, and communication

  • Fairy tales and stories with rich language to support early literacy

  • Abundant time outside, including weekly hikes

  • Predictable daily and weekly rhythms for emotional security

  • Teachers modeling respectful, thoughtful speech and social interactions

 

You can also learn more about how our preschool meets the young child developmentally in a blog post by our Pedagogical Chair, Laura Embrey.

Children’s garden shovels hanging on a wall, ready for outdoor work in the preschool garden

More about the Preschool

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