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The lifelong benefits of a childhood connected to nature

12/14/2021

 
A recent study found that increased access to nature in childhood can improve mental health in adulthood and yield lifelong benefits. At the Olympia Waldorf School we couldn't agree more. Our 5.5 acre campus is filled with native plants, fruit trees, a student garden and a forested early learning play area. We invite you to schedule a visit and see all that OWS has to offer.
"Researchers from Aarhus University in Denmark found that growing up near vegetation is associated with an up to 55 percent lower risk of mental health disorders in adulthood." - Jonathan Lambert, NPR

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OLYMPIA WALDORF SCHOOL
Toddler - Grade 8 • Independent • Non-Sectarian
Accredited by Association of Waldorf Schools of North America
Member School of Northwest Association of Independent Schools
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Olympia Waldorf School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disabilities, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), gender, or economic status in the administration of its admissions and academic policies.​
MAILING ADDRESS: PO BOX 130, East Olympia, WA, 98540
SCHOOL ADDRESS: 8126 Normandy Street, Olympia, WA  98501​

PHONE: (360) 493-0906
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EMAIL: info@olympiawaldorf.org


SCHOOL YEAR OFFICE HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:45am - 3:45pm
SUMMER OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday-Thursday 9am-1pm (closed July 1-15)


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