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Walden School

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Pasadena, CA · K–9

Last verified August 20, 2026

74 S San Gabriel Blvd, 91107 · (626) 792-6166

www.waldenschool.net

Enrollment

154

Student:teacher

10:1

Published tuition

$18,760–$28,670

Application fee

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Tuition by division

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Head of school

Terra Toscano

Head of School

Terra Toscano, previously serving as Interim Director, was appointed Head of School in November 2016. She ushered in a new era of leadership at Walden School.

Curriculum & special classes

Walden School is an independent progressive school for Pre-K to 6th grade students. Learning is grounded in inquiry, experience, and collaboration, informed by principles of social justice and inclusion, helping children master academic and social-emotional skills.

art
dance
music
science & technology
Spanish

Financial aid

Walden School offers a flexible tuition program based on demonstrated financial need, using Clarity to help determine a family's financial need. Approximately 30% of Walden families attend at a reduced tuition rate.

Before & after school care

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Admissions

The admissions process guides families through an online application, submission of parent/caregiver perspectives, requests for student records and teacher recommendations, and a student visit. Decisions are mailed collectively by the Pasadena Area Independent Schools consortium.

Apply by

January 30, 2026 (for Fall 2026 admission); Pre-K program has rolling admissions based on space availability.

Acceptance rate

Not listed

Application fee

Not listed

What they ask for: Online application, non-refundable $100 fee, Parent/Caregiver Perspective form, student transcripts, teacher recommendations, student visit.

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