Preschool

Live Oak’s Waldorf Preschool offers a peaceful, uncluttered environment filled with simple natural materials that invite imaginative play, independence, and social growth. Through a steady daily rhythm, children learn by doing—moving between meaningful activity, creative exploration, and warm connection with their teachers and classmates.

Outdoor nature play is an integral part of each day, including regular exploratory hikes beyond the play yard. Within this nurturing setting, children engage in circle time, artistic explorations, indoor and outdoor creative play, snack, storytime, and lunch—building confidence and readiness for Kindergarten in a way that honors early childhood development.

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Call: (530) 878-8720
Email: admissions@liveoakwaldorf.org

The Preschool Experience

Play is the work of the young child. Brightly colored playcloths, moveable play stands, dolls, and wooden blocks create many happy hours of engaged and imaginative learning. Through creative play, social skills are developed, physics is explored, and self-confidence grows.

Outdoor Nature Play

Outdoor nature play is an integral part of the day. Regular exploratory hikes beyond the play yard are essential for the child. The daily rhythm of activities includes circle time, artistic explorations, indoor and outdoor creative play, snack time, storytime, and lunch.

Guided by Experienced Teachers

Led by experienced Waldorf teachers, our Preschool Program offers parents support in child development and education while preparing children for Kindergarten.

Learn More

More information about the Waldorf early childhood educational approach is available from the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America.

Top-Rated Waldorf Preschool

Live Oak Waldorf School is a Waldorf preschool near Auburn recognized for its nurturing, play-based early childhood program for young children. Through imaginative play, storytelling, art, movement, outdoor time, and a steady daily rhythm, children build creativity, confidence, language, social skills, and readiness for future learning. Families seeking a private preschool that protects the wonder of childhood while supporting healthy development will find a warm, beautiful, and purposeful beginning at Live Oak.

Private Preschool Near Auburn

Based in Meadow Vista and welcoming families from Auburn and surrounding foothill communities, Live Oak Waldorf School offers a preschool experience centered on nature, rhythm, and whole-child growth. Our campus gives children the space to explore, play, and develop in a peaceful setting guided by experienced teachers. If you are looking for a preschool in Meadow Vista or a Waldorf preschool near Auburn, Live Oak offers a meaningful first school experience for your child and family.

FAQ

What ages can join Preschool?
Children between the ages of 2 years, 9 months to 4 years at the beginning of the school year (Sept. 1st) may enter the Preschool Program.

What are the hours and schedule options?
We offer a 2-day, 3-day, or 5-day program from 8:15 AM – 12:45 PM.

Is after-school care available?
Yes, after-school care is available.

How do tours work?
Private tours are available year round. Submit an inquiry to receive next steps for scheduling, or contact Admissions to coordinate a visit.

What happens after we submit an inquiry?
After you submit an inquiry, we will invite you (via email) to create a user account with Ravenna to apply through the Parent Portal.

Contact Admissions

Submit an Inquiry
Visit & Tours

Call: (530) 878-8720

Email: admissions@liveoakwaldorf.org