We Can't Wait To Meet You!

The best way to get to know Hartsbrook is to spend some time here. Visit our campus, see our classrooms in action, meet our teachers, and experience the rhythm of a school day. Whether you are just beginning to explore Hartsbrook or are ready to take the next step, we look forward to welcoming you.

Join us for an open house, workshop series, and schedule your campus tour. 

Open House - December 5

Early Childhood through Grade 5

Saturday, December 5, 2026 from 9 am – 11:30 am

Open House - February 3, 2027

Upper School – Grades 6-12

Wednesday, February 3, 2027 from 6 pm – 8 pm

The Art of Growing Up

A four-part workshop series for parents, caregivers, and educators.
What do children need from the adults and environments around them as they grow?
Throughout the year, The Hartsbrook School invites parents, caregivers, educators, and community members to come together for a series of conversations about childhood, adolescence, learning, and development.
Each evening takes up a different question, from the role of nature and play in the early years, to storytelling, adolescence, and our children’s relationship with technology. Together, we’ll look at what we know about how children develop, consider the pressures families are navigating today, and share practical ideas that can be carried into homes, classrooms, and everyday life.
These evenings are not just for Hartsbrook families. They are open to anyone interested in thinking more deeply about how we help children grow into capable, curious, grounded young people.
Come for one conversation or join us for all four.
All workshops take place at The Hartsbrook School in Hadley, Massachusetts.
$5–$30 sliding scale · Free for current Hartsbrook families · Open to all

 

Oct 14 The Nature of Childhood

Wonder, play, nature, and the early years

Jan 20 The Warmth of Storytelling

Storytelling, imagination, and development

Mar 17 Purpose, Pressure & Growing Up

Adolescence, responsibility, independence, and identity

May 5 Childhood in a Digital World

Screens, technology, and healthy development

Start Your Visit

We’d love to welcome you to Hartsbrook. To schedule a campus tour, please begin by completing our Inquiry Form. This gives us a little information about your family and what you’re looking for in a school so that we can make your visit as helpful as possible.

Here’s how it works:

1. Complete the Inquiry Form
Tell us a little about your family and the student you’re considering enrolling.

2. We’ll be in touch
Once we receive your inquiry, you’ll receive an email with instructions to schedule your campus visit.

3. Come experience Hartsbrook
Visit our campus, see our classrooms, meet our teachers, and get a feel for the rhythm of a school day. Bring your questions. We’re happy to talk about what makes Hartsbrook a good fit for your family.

Ready to visit? Complete the form below to get started. 

The Hartsbrook School is accepting applications for the 2026-2027 and the 2027-2028 school years.

Application Process

All applicants, early childhood through grade 12 must follow the process outlines below.

  • Schedule a campus tour. Please contact the Admissions Office to schedule the campus tour, admissions@hartsbrook.org or 413-586-1908 x116.
  • Submit your application. A $60 non-refundable application fee is required.
  • Request school reports. Please have copies of your child’s two most recent report cards forwarded from your previous school.
  • Forward IEP/504 plans. If applicable, please send IEP/504 plans and the results of any testing.
  • Apply for financial support. If applicable, please submit an application for placement on our tuition Sliding Scale.

Once your child’s application and all supporting materials are received, the Admissions Office will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Depending on your child’s age and grade level, this may include opportunities to visit classrooms, meet with teachers, and participate in conversations with school leaders. For High School applicants, a student interview and a parent/caregiver meeting with the Upper School Director are required. These experiences are designed to help families and students get to know our community while allowing us to learn more about each child.

Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis. If a class is fully enrolled, qualified applicants will be accepted into a waiting pool.

The Hartsbrook School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity

Admissions

The Hartsbrook School is a not for profit 501(c)3 independent day school that offers Waldorf education for early childhood through Grade 12. The Hartsbrook School is fully accredited by the New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC) and the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA). 

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