Cedarwood Community and School

Located in Quispamsis, NB, Cedarwood Community and School (CCS) is an alternative private school for children ages 5–12. Nestled on a one-acre property, CCS offers a child-centered, self-directed learning experience in a warm, home-like setting—where childhood itself is the curriculum.

At our school, we believe that childhood is the curriculum—an unfolding journey guided by curiosity, play, and meaningful connection. Rooted in the rhythms of nature and the familiarity of a homelike environment, our approach respects each child’s unique development and innate drive to learn. Inspired by Waldorf traditions and child-led exploration, we offer a calm and spacious learning experience where education is integrated naturally into daily life. Through freedom, responsive guidance, and consistent daily rhythms, we create an environment where children feel safe, valued, and encouraged to explore the world at their own pace. We don’t rush childhood—we honour it, support it, and let it shape the way we teach.