Mountain Sunrise Academy

Mountain Sunrise Academy is a tuition-free, public K-8 Waldorf charter school in Saratoga Springs, UT, specifically designed to support the whole child. The academy provides a specialized learning environment for students with language-based learning disabilities and twice-exceptional (2e) learners. By utilizing the Waldorf approach, the school integrates intellectual, artistic, and practical skills to meet children at their natural developmental stages.

The school's curriculum focuses on fostering emotional and social well-being through hands-on activities, outdoor experiences like gardening, and a strong emphasis on multicultural education. To support students with special needs, the academy emphasizes developmental and therapeutic support, including individualized education programs (IEPs) and specialized learning programs. The environment is designed to nurture critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity.

A key feature of the academy is the teacher "looping" model, where teachers stay with the same students across multiple grades. This continuity is vital for students requiring high levels of emotional security and consistent, predictable relationships. The school's commitment to a secure, nurturing community makes it a unique resource for families seeking a holistic, inclusive educational setting.