Acorn Open Play
Visit New Amsterdam School for weekly drop-in classes!
Join us for seasonal activities and open play, each session curated to create a unique Waldorf classroom experience.
Beginning January 2024
This gross motor class captivates children through the harmonies of music, song, and movement, incorporating Waldorf-inspired songs and engaging activities. It's perfect for the little ones who love to move and groove!
Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 4:30pm for ages 10 months - 5 years.
*This is not a drop-off program*
This class creates open opportunity for children to explore and experience immersive story play through a beautiful, curated classroom tableaux each week. Incorporating Waldorf-inspired storytelling, it's perfect for the little ones who love to play and explore!
Fridays from 9:30am - 10:30am for ages 5 months - 5 years.
*This is not a drop-off program*
Join Ms. Anke each week for baking activities and free play in the classroom. Making bread together is an enriching sensory activity that brings textures, smells and tastes; creativity soars as the children shape the dough. As they wait for their bread to bake, the children have time to play together, before enjoying their beautiful creations. What the children have made from scratch always tastes best!
Perfect for young cooking enthusiasts aged 3-10!
Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 4:30pm for ages 3 - 10 years.
*Drop-off optional program*
Monthly Bundle Options
Meet Our Acorn Open Play Teachers
Ms. Jeannie
Jeannie McGartland has been mentoring and teaching outdoor Waldorf education programs for the past 15 years. She grew up immersed in the natural world and followed that love of nature throughout her adult life and career.
Ms. Margaret
Margaret Kenworthy grew up in the heart of Washington, D.C. and moved to New York City in March of 2019. Margaret finds joy in volunteering in her community with non-profits and mentoring programs.
Ms. Anke
Dr. Anke Scheinfeld has been a Waldorf early childhood educator for nearly two decades. She received her Masters in Early Childhood Waldorf Education from Sunbridge College. Prior to teaching, Anke worked as a physician and researcher in Germany, Great Britain, and the USA.
Ms. Jane
Jane Higgins grew up near Sydney, Australia in sun, mud, and weeds with rich opportunities to play freely. The rights, needs, and magical qualities of the youngest human beings really caught her attention.
Jane received her Waldorf training in Early Childhood from Sunbridge Institute in 2014.