Whitham Academy

Classical & Waldorf-Inspired Education for K–12

We partner with families to cultivate truth, beauty, and goodness through rigorous academics, rich arts, and habit-forming practices that nourish the whole child.

Who We Are

About Whitham Academy

Whitham Academy is an independent homeschool academy blending the great-books tradition of classical learning with Waldorf-inspired artistry, design and rhythm. Students encounter science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) with extra focuses on literature, and history alongside handwork, music, movement, and nature study.

Mission

To form wise, virtuous, and joyful learners who think clearly, communicate gracefully, and serve generously.

Pedagogy

Classical trivium & quadrivium meet Waldorf main-lesson blocks, storytelling, and the arts — with developmentally appropriate technology.

Partnership

Parent-led instruction supported by our scope & sequence, assessments, and mentoring. (Affiliated instructors with Glow Association.)

Programs

Academics & Curriculum

Lower School (K–5)

  • Foundations: phonics, copywork, mental math, form drawing
  • Arts & handwork: watercolor, recorder, knitting, nature journals
  • STEAM foundations: playful exploration of science and nature, early math concepts, and simple design projects
  • Main lessons in storytelling, fables, and early civilizations

Middle School (6–8)

  • Logic, grammar, composition, Latin
  • Pre-algebra/algebra, lab-based science, biography blocks
  • Studio arts, strings/choral, woodworking
  • Integrated STEAM: applied science labs, hands-on technology, introductory engineering challenges, and design thinking exercises

Upper School (9–12)

  • Rhetoric, great books seminars, advanced mathematics
  • Natural sciences with labs, history through primary sources
  • Senior thesis & service practicum
  • Advanced STEAM: cross-disciplinary projects in science, engineering, digital arts, and human-centered design, connecting classical inquiry with modern innovation
Calendar

Annual Rhythm

Key Dates

  • First Term: Late August – October
  • Second Term: November – January
  • Third Term: February – April
  • Fourth Term: May – June
  • Seasonal festivals and showcases highlight student work in the arts, design, and STEAM projects

Weekly Flow

  • Main Lesson (Mon–Thu): Literature, History, Science, and STEAM-focused blocks
  • Integrated design labs: applying math, engineering, and arts through hands-on projects
  • Friday: Classical Conversations with regional homeschool peers — a full day of immersive learning, collaboration, and community
  • Recurring Extra Curricular: Nature study, service, performances, exhibitions of student design and technology explorations

Assessments

  • Narrative evaluations, portfolios, and periodic benchmarks across core and STEAM subjects
  • Design portfolios include handwork, digital media, and cross-disciplinary projects
  • High-school: transcripts, course descriptions, counselor letters, and capstone design/STEAM projects
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