'If a child has been able in his play to give up his whole loving being to the world around him, he will be able, in the serious tasks of later life, to devote himself with confidence and power to the service of the world.'
Rudolf Steiner, Philosopher and Founder of Waldorf Education
our Programs
Morning Garden
Live in to seasonal Waldorf rhythms, gather with other parents, and connect deeply with your little ones.
A weekly morning group for parents and their children ages 0-4.
Runs through 2026-27 school year
Woods Day
Parent evenings
For families unable to join for our full Morning Garden program - find us in the woods weekly for muffins and tea, nourishing stories, and a Valderi through the trees.
Runs through 2026-27 school year
Join us for a series of monthly evening gatherings to discuss child development and how we can support the young people in our lives.
Runs through 2026-27 school year - details and registration coming soon!
Story garden
Join us for a series of magical seasonal puppet stories and play that will nourish and delight.
Fall dates will be posted late summer!
doll making for adults
Dates for 2026-27 will be posted in the fall
Morning Garden
Parent and Child Group - Chickadees
2025 - 2026
Build community and find support in your parenting journey. Become acquainted with the Waldorf approach to early childhood (and beyond). Live in to seasonal, weekly, daily rhythms while slowing down and connecting deeply with your child.
For children ages newborn - 4 and their trusted caregiver.
Morning rhythm includes:
- Circle games, songs, stories, and puppet shows
- Free play for children, parent study discussion and conversation
- Handwork connected to seasons and festivals
- A nourishing snack shared together
- Outside movement and play
WHEN:
We will meet Wednesday mornings from 9:00 - 11:30am at the Kinderhaus throughout the school year. We will begin after Labor Day, 2025.
Additionally, we will meet outdoors Tuesday afternoons from 3:30 - 4:30pm at a nearby nature spot.
WHERE:
Sessions will be held at our Kinderhaus in Midway and nearby in the woods. Exact locations will be provided upon program acceptance.
Woods Day
2026 - 2027
For families that would like to join us outside! Spend a weekly afternoon with our community, join us for festivals, and experience the seasons as they change with your little ones.
For children ages 0 - 7 and their trusted caregiver.
Woods Day rhythm includes:
- A welcome circle and nourishing snack
- Circle games, songs, stories, and puppet shows
- A simple hike to get to know the woods around us
- Free play for children, time for parent connection
parent evenings
For parents seeking community, guidance, and understanding of the developmental phases of childhood, and the challenges and wonder that come along with them. We will meet monthly through the school year. More information coming soon!
WHEN:
WHERE:
For dates, fee, and registration
Elderberry Wilds Kinderhaus
Dates coming soon!
Story Garden
seasonal story time sessions
Nourish your child's imagination and sense of life with gentle seasonal stories. Engage with your child through creative free play.
Gather with other families and connect through stories and song.
STORY GARDEN SESSION DATES
Subscribe for future dates!
Doll making for Adults
Join us as we create uniquely handcrafted dolls for the children in our lives to love!
Learn different sewing techniques and discover what makes a doll a 'Waldorf' doll.
Enjoy a series of nights out, connecting with other parents and working with beautiful natural materials!
No experience or specific skills necessary. A sewing machine is useful but not necessary.
doll making session dates
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Why Waldorf?
Early Childhood
General Waldorf Education
Inclusion and accessibility
We openly welcome students and families of all races, religions, classes, origins, ethnicities, gender identities and expressions, sexual orientations, family cultures, and mental and physical abilities. It is our goal to develop true community and make our programs accessible to anyone who is interested in joining us. If the tuition rate is a proven limiting factor for your family, please email me directly upon submission of your application and we can discuss a work-for-tuition exchange and payment plan options.
Elderberry Wilds has come to life...
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out of a desire to bring Waldorf education to the Wasatch Back
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out of a deep belief in the importance of a slow and intentional childhood
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out of the idea that play is the most critically necessary work for the young child
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out of a desire to build a community for families looking for a holistic way to educate their children
About Us
Born in Western Colorado and raised in the woods, Ms. Micaela grew up roaming free. As a young adult she spent years nannying and helping families transition their children to preschool, and in doing so was introduced to Waldorf education. Finding a language to explain the way she had been intuitively working with children was like finally inhaling a deep breath of fresh air. And, it was while completing her Waldorf teacher training with the Bay Area Center for Waldorf Teacher Training that she realized how unhindered her childhood had been, and that in all of her years living in different cities around the U.S. and the world, she was making her way back to that simple way of living. After welcoming her daughter four years ago and spending the first year of her life on lockdown in an apartment in Amsterdam, her family made the move to Midway where they found a welcoming new community, family support, and ample outdoor space to roam. Ms. Micaela is looking forward to welcoming you and your child into her home.
