Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
A Child's Garden
About the School
- Our goal is to provide quality programs, inspired by the Waldorf philosophy, in a warm, calm, nurturing environment in which the imagination and creativity of the child will flourish.
- We will promote reverence and respect toward nature, our toys, classrooms and our relationships with our classmates, teachers and family.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1998
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
125 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academic Profile
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Tuition & Financial Aid
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for A Child's Garden?
The application deadline for A Child's Garden is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is A Child's Garden located?
A Child's Garden is located in the Orchard District neighborhood of Bend, OR. There are 1 other private schools located in Orchard District.
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