The Walden School

Walden's purpose transcends intellectual pursuits and academic achievement. Who We Are:
We are a community of learners dedicated to educating the whole person.

We challenge students to develop academic skills, social and emotional abilities, and creative capacities in a collaborative environment, enabling them to take ownership of their education and reach their highest potential. Walden Community School was started in 2002 by Dr. Carol Mikulka as a best-of-practice, child-centered elementary school, and an alternative to large-classroom public schools a

09/02/2024

"Learn with passion, grow with purpose, and succeed with happiness." 😊

βœ… K-12

βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Road. Winter Park

☎️ 407 677 8225

πŸ’» [email protected]

βœ… Step Up For Students welcomed

08/30/2024

Being happy in school lays the foundation for a lifelong positive attitude, it helps build strong relationships with peers and teachers, it fosters a love for learning, and provides a supportive environment for social, emotional, and academic growth.

βœ… K-12

βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Road. Winter Park

☎️ 407 677 8225

πŸ’» [email protected]

βœ… Step Up For Students welcomed

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08/29/2024

Riding your bike to school is a fun and healthy way to stay physically active, boost mental clarity, and establish a daily routine that sets you up for success!

08/28/2024

The interactive and interdependent components of cooperative learning offer the emotional and interpersonal experiences that boost emotional awareness.

08/28/2024
Inside The Walden School: Where creativity meets curriculum - Watermark Online 08/27/2024

Thank you, Watermark, for this wonderful piece! βœ”οΈ

Inside The Walden School: Where creativity meets curriculum - Watermark Online Walden is a small, progressive private school that focuses on promoting equity, respecting diversity, democracy and justice in the community.

08/27/2024

Every new friend is a new adventure…

08/25/2024

Fabulous Ms. Astrid represented Walden and Florida Project Learning Tree last week at an event in central Florida. She talked about the benefits of Eco Art, Art Integration and Project Learning Tree! ❀️🌳😊

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Photos from The Walden School's post 08/22/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended our Parent Information Meeting this evening. It was lovely to see all our families, new and old!
We are now looking forward to our Student Meet Up on Friday!!!

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08/15/2024

Save the date!

08/12/2024

The back-to-school season is here! It's time to trade in the relaxation of summer for the excitement of a new academic year.

Please save the date for our Parent Information Meeting.

08/01/2024

We are excited to announce our new After School Program starting this fall!

Please contact the School for more details.

βœ… 407 677 8225

βœ… [email protected]

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06/24/2024

Did you know? The Walden School is a college preparatory program! βœ”οΈ Our high school curriculum meets all requirements for admission to 4-year institutions of higher learning. We encourage our students to explore all areas of interest, and we prepare them to excel academically in their chosen fields of study. Rising 11th grader, Caroline, recently toured the School of Visual Arts and Design at UCF as she prepares for college and, ultimately, a career in architecture.

06/20/2024

The Walden School has successfully renewed its accreditation with Cognia, scoring an Index of Education Quality Score of over 300.

Walden scored 50 points above the network average!!!

Our longstanding accreditation with Cognia demonstrates our continued commitment to excellence, our openness to external review, and our desire to be the best we can be!

Go Walden!!!!

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Photos from The Walden School's post 05/31/2024

Another fabulous Peter Pan Jr. production from our upper school students, it was such a joy to watch you all perform!

We have so many amazing students and families at Walden, thank you to everyone who attended.

β€œDreams do come true, if only we wish hard enough.”

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Photos from The Walden School's post 05/31/2024

Thank you to everyone who attended our lower school performance of Peter Pan Jr. The students worked so hard learning lines, learning songs and making the set. We all had so much fun!

We will also be posting photos from our upper school performance very soon!

β€œJust think of happy things, and your heart will fly on wings, forever, in Never Never Land!”

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05/29/2024

Students are naturally curious, and science experiments provide the perfect outlet for their inquisitive minds.

By exploring the world around them through hands-on experiments, students can learn about the natural world in a fun and exciting way.

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Photos from The Walden School's post 05/22/2024

Walden students are shooting for the stars! 🌟 Congratulations to 10th grader Caroline for being one of 15 students in Central Florida chosen by Orlando Family Magazine for her dedication to academics, extracurricular activities, and her future! πŸ‘

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05/22/2024

It’s not too late to join us tonight! We welcome your visit!

βœ… Wednesday, May 22
βœ… 5.30pm - 7.30pm
βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Road, Winter Park
βœ… 407.677.8225

05/21/2024

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Photos from The Walden School's post 05/20/2024

It was a beautiful morning for a strings performance! Thank you, Emily May Costa, for sharing your gift for teaching with our students. πŸ₯° They loved learning from you! Metropolitan Area Youth Symphony 🎻

05/16/2024

Today we celebrate the c/o 2024! Congratulations, graduates! We applaud your success! πŸ§‘β€πŸŽ“

05/15/2024

You're invited to The Walden School's Open House on WEDNESDAY, May 22nd, from 10am until 12pm and from 5.30pm until 7.30pm

Our Open House events are specially designed for Prospective Families and Community Members who would like to learn more about our K-12 program.

Please share with family, friends and your local groups.

βœ… Daily tours are also available.

βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Road. Winter Park

☎️ 407 677 8225

πŸ’» [email protected]

βœ… Step Up For Students accepted

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05/14/2024

Environmental education can help children develop a lifelong respect for nature, and the skills to take responsibility for preserving it.

It can also help them develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and promote character traits like kindness.

Please contact us to learn more about our School and available programs.

βœ… K-12

βœ… Daily tours available

βœ… 407 677 8225

βœ… [email protected]

βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park

βœ… Step Up For Students accepted

05/09/2024

Happiness is finding the book you really wanted to read! β€οΈπŸ˜ŠπŸ“š

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05/08/2024

Natural sciences play a fundamental role in our understanding of the world around us.

By studying the natural laws and processes that govern our universe, we gain insights into the intricacies of life, matter, energy, and the environment.

Please contact us to learn more about our School and available programs.

βœ… K-12

βœ… Daily tours available

βœ… 407 677 8225

βœ… [email protected]

βœ… 4595 Howell Branch Rd. Winter Park

βœ… Step Up For Students accepted

Photos from The Walden School's post 05/07/2024

Science in progress! Our Chemistry students are knee-deep in final labs for the the school year. Exciting! πŸ§ͺ

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