The first three years are a precious time of discovery, connection, and growth – for children and those who care for them. Our Parent-Child program offers a warm, welcoming space to slow down, connect with your child, and build community with other families.
Through quiet observation, shared conversation, and the gentle rhythms of Waldorf early childhood, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of your child’s development and discover simple ways to bring more rhythm, connection, and joy into life at home.
Classes meet weekly with sessions offered in Fall, Winter, and Spring.
Parent/Caregiver-Child Class
If your child is a toddler (18 – 36 months), come join us in a rhythmic morning of songs, movement, play, handwork, snack, and conversation. This program offers a warm and nurturing environment where you and your child can explore, learn, and grow together in nature’s beauty.
- Guided Observations: With the help of the teacher, you will polish your skills to observe your child.
- Engaging Activities: Age appropriate movement and songs inspired by Waldorf principles. Once the children are acclimated, teacher will offer crafts for children and adults.
- Connection to Nature: Outdoor play and exploration in our yard and beautiful canyon surroundings.
- Community: Meet other families and build a supportive community for your child and yourself with like minded parents and caregivers.
- Guidance and Support: Gently guided by your teacher, learn how to foster your child’s development through rhythm, imagination and connection.
Our beloved Teacher Shabana will be leading the class.
2026 Fall Program Classes and Times:
Tuesday Session– Dates: Sep 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8
Time: 8:45 AM – 10:45 AM.
Where: Strawbale Classroom, Upper Field
Cost: $430
Wednesday Session– Dates: Sep 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 18, December 2, 9.
Time:8:45 AM – 10:45 AM.
Where: Strawbale Classroom, Upper Field
Cost: $400
Registration:
Payment in full is due in advance. The cost of the program is per child and one accompanying adult and includes all materials and snack.
(No drop-ins)
We unfortunately are not able to offer sibling discounts, prorated rates and there are no make-up days.
Teacher Shabana Shahbaz is our beloved aftercare program’s lead teacher and has been part of our school’s community since 2008 as a parent, volunteer, faculty member and resident Chai maker!
Shabana grew up in Pakistan and studied math and English literature at Islamia University. She is multilingual in Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, and English. She moved to the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband in 1993 and completed her Waldorf Teacher Training and earned her Early Childhood Diploma through Rudolf Steiner College in 2015.
For additional information, please contact us at vika@wildcatcanyon.org.