Art, Exploration and Loving Care
Logo concept design by Preterra
Logo Edits, finalization and Watercolor painting by MICHAEL GAUGHAN
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Can I pack things that need to be cooked or heated?
A: No. We ask that the lunch sent is ready to eat upon opening the lunch container as we often eat outdoors and on picnics around the neighborhood. Please be sure to include an ice pack in lunches that need to be kept cold.
Q: Can I pack treats in my child's lunchbox?
A: No. We ask that you keep all treats at home please unless we have given permission to include a class treat for a skill sharing day or special occasion! Our reasoning for this is that it becomes a distraction and often creates longing from the other children.
Q: Does my child need to be potty trained to attend your program?
A: No. We welcome children who are still in diapers or in training. We facilitate bathroom breaks and diaper changes throughout our time together.
Q: Do the children in your care nap there?
A: Yes. We nap children who sleep in the afternoon from around 1:30- 3 give or take. We offer space for older children who don't sleep much or at all in our "resting" room. All children must be able to stay on their mat and remain quiet for this duration. We offer a quiet activity in the resting room after the first 30-45 minutes of rest. Often even our bigger friends need a little snooze and it's nice for them to be offered a mat and this crucial down time.
Q: Can I send along my child's pacifier?
A: For nap time only for our younger friends.
Q: Does my family have to be into Waldorf or aware of what that is in order to be a part of this program?
A: Not at all. This is a gentle, loving, creative and safe place for children and their families. We are also not Waldorf exclusive. People who want their children to have a small group experience, friendship, take home crafts and nurturing, come to us. It's always helpful for children to transistion here from homes that mirror consistency of rhythmic days, open ended toys, artistic and nature based experiences and activities that move with/ honor the seasons.
Q: What kind of gear does my child need to participate in this program?
A: The children attending Orb Weaver Preschool will need to be sent with gear for every type of seasonal weather.
​Rain Gear:
Either a full water proof rain suit OR rain pants and a rain coat. Rain hat. Rain boots (not ankle boots!) Waterproof shell mittens.
**Please don't send umbrellas.**
Winter Gear:
Quality Water proof snow suit OR snow pants and a jacket. Mittens or gloves that are thick and waterproof OR mittens with water proof shell mittens over them. Warm hat and neck cowl OR a warm balaclava. Waterproof winter boots with a warm lining. Under layer of fleece or wool (one piece suits work great but merino layers under the clothing instead of top layers also work)
In addition, please send a regular indoor shoe incase we decide to go on an indoor field trip.
Fall Gear:
Light Jacket and shoes or boots that will be good for playing outside and hiking a simple trail. Hat. Suggested but not necessary: Dungarees. (We put our children in boiled wool jackets and Dungarees)
Summer Gear:
Sun hat, Sunscreen, bug spray (please something natural and with mild to no scent,) Swim Suit,Towel, a hot day shoe that can get wet as well as a regular play/ hiking trail shoe. Optional-- sunglasses.
Q: Your family is Vegan - does this mean the families you work with need to pack vegan lunches for their children?
A: No not at all. We welcome you to pack nourishing and nutritious that your children will eat. This will look different for every family. We are open to meat and dairy being packed if it is a staple in your household!
Q: Do you offer tours?
A: We do not. Because we are a family business operating out of our own family home we only open to the public for individual family interviews once we receive an application back from them. To request an application please follow prompts on our CONTACT US page.
Q: Can I join a waitlist without completing an application?
A: No you may not. We love our interview process ~ it allows us to connect with families who deeply value what we have to offer here and are looking for a like minded community oriented, tech free school space. We need to meet with families ahead of offering placement or waitlisting them to ensure that we are mutually aligned and ready to move forward together. We operate as a close knit group so we are mindful with how we go about onboarding.