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Extended Day Program

The Waldorf School of Philadelphia supports many different kinds of families through our Extended Day Program.

Enrollment in our Extended Day Program is limited to PhillyWaldorf families only.

Peace of Mind

While you’re at work or taking care of other responsibilities, you want your child to be safe and happy in a familiar environment. Our Extended Day Program offers peace of mind when you need an early drop-off or a late pick-up.

Early Childhood

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Before Care Program

  • Available from 7:30-8:15 a.m. 

  • Outdoor program, except in extreme weather conditions, when children will be in a well-ventilated indoor area.

  • No cost to parents/guardians.

  • Pre-registration is required. Space is limited. To register, send email to Betsy Sweeney at office@phillywaldorf.com.

  • Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Extended Day Program

  • Available from 3:15-5:45 p.m.

  • There are a very limited number of spaces (first come, first served) for students who are not bathroom independent to participate in the Early Childhood Extended Day Program.

  • This is largely an outdoor program, except in extreme weather conditions, when the students will be in a well-ventilated indoor area.

  • Snack is provided for this program.

  • The school year is split into two sessions for this program. Pre-registration in the sessions guarantees space and a slight discount.

  • Pre-registration and pre-payment is also required for drop-in days, but space is limited.

  • Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Grades

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Before Care Program

  • Available from 7:30-8:00 a.m. 

  • Indoor Program in a well-ventilated area.

  • No cost to parents/guardians.

  • Drop-in program. No pre-registration required.

Extended Day Program

  • Available from 3:30-5:45 p.m.

  • This is largely an outdoor program, except in extreme weather conditions, when the students will be in a well-ventilated indoor area.

  • Please pack your child a snack.

  • The school year is split into two sessions for this program. Pre-registration in the sessions guarantees space and a slight discount.

  • Pre-registration and pre-payment is also required for drop-in days.

  • Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Registration and Fees

Registration Deadlines

Pre-registration for all of our programs is required except for Grades Before Care and Grades Extended Day drop-in. Space in the Early Childhood Extended Day Program is limited and programs are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. We will do our best to accommodate all families.

Fees

Five-day per week: $1,750 per session (2 sessions per school year)

Drop-in rate: $27 per day

2025-2026 School Year

Session 1 - First day of school through Wednesday, January 21st
Session 2 - Thursday, January 22nd through Tuesday, June 2nd

There is no aftercare on early dismissal days and when school is dismissed early due to inclement weather or other emergencies.

To contact the Early Childhood Extended Day Team between the hours of 3:30 - 5:45 p.m., please call 215-907-8738.

To contact the Grades Extended Day Team between the hours of 3:30 - 5:45 p.m., please call 267-326-6371.