Nurturing Hands, Hearts & Minds
Waldorf-inspired early childhood and elementary education in Las Vegas. Now enrolling for the 2023-2024 school year. Visit us to experience the magic.
A holistic, loving and artistic environment for children’s growth
Founded in 2017, Mojave Springs School is the only Waldorf-inspired educational institution in Las Vegas. We are committed to nurturing creative, independent thinkers with our unique approach that goes beyond traditional methods to meet each child’s individual needs. Our creative curriculum teaches math through crochet, language through puppetry, and more. We serve students from age 2 through fourth grade with a vision to grow into a complete PreK-12 model, fostering academic, spiritual, artistic, and emotional growth without high tuition costs.
WHAT SETS US APART
Natural Learning Environments
We prioritize the use of natural materials, promoting a connection to nature and sensory-friendly environments.
Small Class Ratios
Classes are small for personal attention, strong bonds, and catering to individual learning styles.
Outdoor Exploration
Learning and play are done outdoors as often as possible in our large, tree-filled yard with abundant organic gardens.
Nutritious Meals
Our on-site vegan chef provides wholesome, allergy-friendly meals.
Special Subjects
We offer violin, handwork, Spanish and arts immersion for creative skill-building.
Screen-Free Learning
We prioritize hands-on, imaginative education with little-to-no technology.
Early Childhood
Our early childhood program emphasizing kindness, play, and hands-on experiences. Every detail of our environment and curriculum, from handcrafted dolls to gardening tasks, is curated to inspire wonder, competence, and community. With storytelling, sensory-experiences, and practical tasks, we nurture imagination and foundational learning.
Grades – Early Elementary
Grounded in the Waldorf methodology, our grades program combines core academic studies with special subjects such as Spanish and violin. Blending academics, nature, and arts creates a well-rounded and immersive learning experience that allows each child to develop a deep connection to their studies, fostering intellectual and creative growth.
“Receive the children in reverence, educate them in love, let them go forth in freedom.” – Rudolf Steiner
What is Waldorf education?
Waldorf education, founded by Rudolf Steiner in 1919, is a holistic approach to teaching that focuses on developing the whole child—body, mind and spirit. It emphasizes experiential learning, practical and artistic activities, and a deep sense of balance. With over 3,000 schools worldwide, Waldorf Education is known for its commitment to academic success and developing free-thinking, morally responsible individuals with strong social competence and artistic capabilities. Teachers strive to create an authentic love of learning in each student while nurturing their unique abilities.
Our Location
Our school is centrally located in the beautiful Spring Valley neighborhood of Las Vegas. We are lovingly housed in two newly renovated homes with a large, shady yard full of trees, garden beds overflowing with organic food, and open space to play. Come and witness the enchanting magic of our classrooms in action.
Our Accreditation
We are currently in the process of becoming a fully-accredited Waldorf school through the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North American and the Association of Waldorf Schools North America. The accreditation process is an intensive multiple-year process involving intensive study and reflection.
