Tuition
We’re committed to making a Waldorf education accessible. Learn how our flexible tuition model supports families from all walks of life.
Affording River Valley Waldorf School
River Valley Waldorf School tuition is one of the most competitive in the region. In order to make a River Valley Waldorf education even more accessible, we offer financial aid as well as monthly payment plans.
Approximately 50% of River Valley families receive financial aid. Financial aid is available for families with demonstrated financial need, as determined by the information you provide the School and Student Services (SSS), including a copy of your most recent 1040 Federal Tax Return.
Payment Plans
Our Payment Plans allow you the flexibility to pay your tuition in a lump sum, or to spread it across three periodic or ten monthly payments.
All families are eligible to enroll in a payment plan. The full Commitment Materials fee is still due at the time of enrollment.
Early Childhood
EC Commitment Materials Fee (non-refundable) – $455
Tuition Refund Plan – $350
Participation in the Tuition Refund Plan (TRP) is required for every student regardless of the payment plan selected. The Tuition Refund Plan premium of $350 will be due with the first tuition payment.
Children 5-years old by June 1st must be enrolled in five full or five half days.
Half Day: 8:30 am–12:30 pm
3-Day – $7,613
5-Day – $12,744
Full-Day: 8:30 am–3:15 pm
3-Day – $10,505
5-Day – $14,827
*In addition to tuition, all families can expect to incur additional costs. These costs are variable and will depend on individual student and family needs. Examples of additional expenses may include, but are not limited to aftercare.
Lower School
Grades Commitment Materials Fee (non-refundable) – $630
Tuition Refund Plan – $350
Participation in the Tuition Refund Plan (TRP) is required for every student regardless of the payment plan selected. The Tuition Refund Plan premium of $350 will be due with the first tuition payment.
Students must be 6-years old by June 1st to be eligible for 1st grade
Grades 1-5 – $17,255
Grades 6-8 – $17,475
*In addition to tuition, all families can expect to incur additional costs. These costs are variable and will depend on individual student and family needs. Examples of additional expenses may include, but are not limited to field trips, aftercare, afterschool clubs, and instrumental lessons and rentals.
***Tuition payments made by credit card are subject to a handling fee through the tuition management system. There is a $30 fee for a returned payment. Any exceptions to the regular payment plans or handling of overdue balances must be put in writing and signed by the parent(s)/guardian(s) and the business manager. Reports will not be released from the school on accounts with an overdue balance.
