Raleigh Oak Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school guided by the Core Principles of Public Waldorf Education. As defined by the Alliance for Public Waldorf Education, “The Core Principles ensure that Public Waldorf education is ever-evolving and continuously renewed through practice, research, observation, and active reflection.” Below is an overview of these core principles and how Raleigh Oak Charter School embodies them in our community and curriculum.
1. Image of the Human Being
Public Waldorf education is founded on a coherent image of the developing human being.
At Raleigh Oak, we are committed to nurturing the whole child—intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, culturally, morally, and spiritually.
2. Child Development
An understanding of child development guides all aspects of the educational program, within legal guidelines.
3. Social Change Through Education
Public Waldorf schools aim to be agents of positive social change through individual and collective growth.
4. Human Relationships
Public Waldorf schools foster a culture of healthy relationships.
5. Access and Diversity
Public Waldorf schools strive to increase diversity and equitable access for all.
Raleigh Oak Charter is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where families of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, genders, and socioeconomic backgrounds feel safe, respected, and valued.
6. Collaborative Leadership
Leadership is shared and exercised through collaboration within legal frameworks.
At Raleigh Oak, we embrace collaborative leadership to ensure effective communication, shared responsibility, and meaningful action.
7. Schools as Learning Communities
Public Waldorf schools promote lifelong learning and self-knowledge.
Raleigh Oak’s administration, faculty, and staff model a passion for lifelong learning through continual personal and professional growth.
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Location: 3400 Sungate Blvd., Raleigh, NC
Telephone: (919) 322-2615
Fax: (919) 322-2634
Email: info@raleighoakcharter.org