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Abstract
Waldorf Education, a growing pedagogical movement globally, presents itself as an alternative to the traditional model of schooling. Rooted in a holistic philosophy waldorf pedagogy honors the child's developmental stages, encompassing emotional, social, and cognitive intelligence within an environment aimed at fostering skill development and a sense of self purpose. Rudolf Steiner's anthroposophical principles are highlighted in the Waldorf approach by recognizing the nature of human intellect, spirit and imagination intertwined with the process of the individual's journey through learning. The Architecture of such pedagogical theory must echo this ethos, providing spaces that are conductive to the different developmental stages throughout a child's education and their diverse needs. This study explores Waldorf education as a guide for the creation of educational space, an overlapping in school programing that fosters collaboration and an understanding of boundaries of where learning happens. Intended to illustrate and inform a design based on pedagogy, the investigation juxtaposes our preconceived notion of what the classroom entails. The study of the psychological effects of architecture on children intends to understand how individuals interact with each other and with their surroundings, shaping their experiences within the built environment. In turn helping shape the future of what the school can be.