Testimonials
Please enjoy these quotes from Country Day School parents, teachers, students, grandparents and community educators on what they value about our school. Then feel free to visit the rest of our site to find out more about our school, faculty and curriculum.
“Receive the children in reverence, Educate them in love, Send them forth in freedom.”
-Rudolf Steiner
“I’ve been involved in Waldorf education for 20 years, and I’m particularly excited to get to know this unique and innovative school. The Taos campus is the perfect setting for a curriculum that strives to open the minds of children through nature; add to that, creative, passionate teachers, and a strong parent community and you have a very special school. I’m looking forward to leading it into the future.” – Conrad Rehbach, New Administrator, Country Day School/Parent of 2 Waldorf graduates
“My faith in Country Day comes from seeing how much my daughter enjoys school. I don’t know how they do it, but whatever they do, it works! Learning for her is not a drill, it’s a passion. And it’s not just academics. It’s every aspect of her development. I’m watching her grow into a complete person. As a parent, I couldn’t ask for a more positive foundation in life.” – Alan Maestas, Attorney/ Parent of Country Day 5th grader
“Inspired by my daughter, I helped create this school 15 years ago as I believed in an educational approach that truly met the essence of a child’s development. I feel lucky to have watched both her and the school flourish in that time. She’s now on the dean’s list in college, and Country Day is entering an exciting and dynamic period, with Conrad’s vast experience to take us forward.” – Micah Roseberry, Founder/8th grade teacher/Parent of 2 Country Day Graduates
“I want my students to love school, to love learning and to be enthusiastic about life. The Waldorf-inspired curriculum supports teaching the whole child. For me, that means being able to create lessons that engage them academically, artistically and emotionally. It brings out the very best in them, and me.” - Taylor Jaramillo, 3rd Grade Teacher, Taos Country Day School
“To see Maggie happy and thriving in high school has really sealed my commitment to Country Day. Yes, her ACT reading score is 34 and her GPA a 4.0+. But I”m equally proud of her strong sense of self and caring personality. This is my 13th year as a Country Day parent and I’m more excited than ever.” – Alicia Graves, parent of Maggie (CDS graduate), Aidan (4th grade) & Owen (2nd grade).
“Looking back, I can see how the Country Day curriculum gave me such a love of learning and appreciation for life. The connections we had beyond the classroom – with nature, the environment, the arts – really brought my subjects to life. Such a well-rounded approach just made me want to learn more.” — Maggie Manning
Senior Taos High School, former Country Day student
“Students from Taos Country Day School do extremely well at Taos High School. Not only are the students curious and creative, they are focused, diligent, and most importantly, come with the academic and social skills needed for success.” – John Henderson, AP History Teacher, Taos High School
“I took time to make this decision. I observed several other schools in Taos and then I sat in on every grade class at Country Day School. My mind was made up– what the students were learning in the upper grades, the breadth and the depth, really impressed me. I couldn’t be happier with my choice.” — Erin Doherty, MD, Parent, Taos Country Day School.
“The Taos Country Day School has become so important to me as a benefit to the growth of my grandchildren that I can hardly express my desire and willingness to participate in the perpetuation of that opportunity for my own kin and for all who may have the opportunity to be touched by what you have achieved for these many young people.” -Michael Graves, Grandfather of a CDS alumni (Senior, honor student), 4th grader and 2nd grader at CDS
“What every parent would wish as the best for his or her children, Waldorf Education provides. The fullest development of intelligent, imaginative, self-confident and caring persons is the aim of Waldorf Education. This aim is solidly grounded in a comprehensive view of human development, in an intellectually and culturally rich curriculum, and in the presence of knowledgeable, caring human beings at every stage of the child’s education.”
Douglas Sloan, professor emeritus, Columbia University
“I love all my teachers. I love what I’m learning in school, especially math. I like all my specialty classes and I’m really excited about playing violin this year.” — Lucia Shorr, 3rd Grade Student, Taos Country Day School
“I really like my teacher, Sarah Beasley. This is my fifth year in her class and it’s great because we know each other so well. I’m looking forward to studying Greek Mythology this year because in the spring we’ll go to Boulder to compete against other schools in a Greek Games competition. I think my best event will be the running races.” -Kieron Magee, 5th Grade Student, Country Day School
“Teaching at the Country Day School is incredibly rewarding. What we study in the classroom is so real and connected to the world around us. The academic level at which the children are working is impressive, and so is the happiness and laughter that surround each lesson. We have found an amazing formula for success!” - Sarah Beasley, 5th Grade Teacher, Country Day School
“ I am happy that my two grandsons are attending Country Day. The small learning community really suits them and I have seen how this has benefited their emotional and social development and well being. The teachers strive to create an environment that is nurturing and honors their individuality. This has helped them to become self-confident and caring young boys.” -Jeanelle Livingston, Grandmother/NM Public School, Educator for over 30 years
Contact Info:
Taos Country Day School
Mailing address:
Post Office Box 2276
El Prado, New Mexico 87529 USA
Physical address:
9 Don Ben Romero Road, El Prado, New Mexico 87529 USA
Phone: +1 575 751 7750
Email: admin@taoscountrydayschool.com