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Early Childhood

Building upon the natural wonder, curiosity, and imagination of young children through play. Learn More About Our Early Childhood Programs >

Grades 1-8

Developing inquisitive, confident, and well-rounded students by engaging hands, hearts, and minds. Learn More About Grades 1-8 >

High School

Encouraging students to develop inner strength through challenging academics, invigorating arts and extracurriculars. Learn More About Our High School >

Teaching to the test that matters most: Life

Contact our Admissions Office

To begin a conversation about Maine Coast Waldorf School and whether it could be right for your child, please fill out an online inquiry, email [email protected], or leave a voice message at 207-865-3900, Ext.103.

Our application process is a series of simple steps, and we are here to help every step of the way. We can't wait to get to know you!

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Outdoor learning: Students gather in a socially distanced circle for the start of outdoor class.

Covid-19 Plan

Connection in community has always been an important tenet at Maine Coast Waldorf School. Now, more than ever, we stand together as a school community.

Our flexible, extensive plan seeks to provide the most comprehensive Waldorf education to our students as possible. We are using the most up-to-date scientific and medical data about the trajectory of the COVID-19 virus as a guide to ensure the safety and health of everyone in our community. 

ABOUT MAINE COAST WALDORF SCHOOL

Founded in 1984, Maine Coast Waldorf serves some 260 students from early childhood through high school. Our early childhood-12th grade campus in Freeport offers our students state-of-the-art buildings, as well as acres of outdoor classrooms and woodland trails.

We foster independent thinking, creative problem solving, and a sense of connection to equip students for future challenges, while inspiring them to create their own opportunities. At Maine Coast Waldorf School, we offer an education for life.

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Learn more about our round trip bus service from Cape Elizabeth, South Portland, Portland and Cumberland!

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High School students carrying musical instruments talk on their way to class.
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Maine Coast Waldorf News

  • Alum Spotlight: Alice Gauvin
    Friday, April 29, 2022

    Recently I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing Alice Gauvin, MCWS Grade 8 Alum and owner of the newly-opened Alice Gauvin Gallery in Portland, Maine. Alice shared how her love of family and Waldorf education influenced her interest in history, drama, and the visual arts, and ultimately her decision to open her own art gallery.  […]

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  • Valo Hosts In-School Retreat for High School Students Valo Hosts In-School Retreat for High School Students
    Tuesday, April 26, 2022

    Valo, a Yarmouth-based nonprofit that provides retreat programming for teens across Maine, spent the better part of two days before April break with the 9th-11th grade. The intention of the in-school retreat was to help students form a school culture that is more open, mindful, and reflective of what the students envision.  The organization listened […]

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  • Seniors Pursue Internship OpportunitiesSeniors Pursue Internship Opportunities
    Tuesday, April 12, 2022

    The High School has felt a bit quieter over the past week, as the senior class has left temporarily to pursue an internship opportunity. This is a long-standing spring tradition for the senior class since the inception of our High School. These exciting opportunities for on-the-job experiences give our students a sense of the workplace […]

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