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Welcome to Walden!

The 2025-26 admissions season is here! Secure your spot todayβ€”apply now for all grade levels!

 
 
 
 
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Who we are

A K-12 Independent School located in the heart of St. Matthews, Kentucky

WE ARE WALDEN – a K-12 independent school community where all students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our students benefit from personalized learning, hands-on experiences, and connections to nature in an environment that celebrates individuality.

 
 

LOWER SCHOOL

Kindergarten - 4th Grade

Middle School

5th - 8th Grade

High School

9th - 12th Grade

 
 

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  • Sign up for a personalized family tour with our Admissions Director. SIGN UP NOW

  • Prospective students have the opportunity to spend a day in the classrooms to meet the faculty, learn alongside students, and truly discover the vibrant Walden culture. LEARN MORE

  • Create your online account and submit your application. APPLY NOW

  • View the tuition and financial aid opportunities at Walden. LEARN MORE

 
 
β€œYou have truly created an environment where my child feels comfortable, supported, and uniquely herself; that has meant everything to our family.”
— End of Year Parent Survey, 2023
 
 
 

Tour. Shadow. Apply.

Selecting the best possible school is an important process, and Walden's admissions office is committed to making your family’s experience as individualized, relaxed, and personal as possible.

You will discover that each prospective student and family is given every opportunity to ask questions and truly learn all the wonderful things Walden School has to offer.

 
 
β€œWalden has been an amazing K-12 school for all three of my children. When we chose Walden for our children’s education, we knew that our children would flourish due to the incredible, personalized attention in support of their academic, social, and emotional growth. What we didn’t realize is how supportive, engaging, and close knit the Walden community is as a whole. My husband and I have made life long friends in addition to our children becoming confident, life long learners. We highly recommend Walden for anyone who is looking for a school that is inclusive, compassionate, and who will eagerly partner with you in your child’s educational journey. ”
— Niche.com, Parent Review
 
 
β€œWhen we moved to Louisville, we were overwhelmed with the complexity of the system here. Walden has made our daughter’s middle school experience amazing- small classes, a caring environment, and a focus on academics. She has found great friends and grown into a great, thoughtful kid. The leadership at Walden is enthusiastic and truly seems to appreciate where each kid is starting from. I also appreciate that it’s right in the heart of St Matts- close to everything!”
— Niche.com, parent review

 

Academic Excellence

Walden students are encouraged to participate in top academic competitions and extracurriculars. From acceptance into the Governor's Scholars Program and winning titles at Jr. KUNA, to claiming top Scholastic Art Awards, our students consistently prove their merit outside of school.

 
 
 

Walden Spotlight

STUdent Life

Every Walden student has a different story. They have a myriad of interests, favorite school subjects, hobbies, and aspirations. Starting from Kindergarten, each student is encouraged to fulfill their potential and explore the boundaries of their academic and social/emotional growth. Nurtured in a positive learning environment, a multifaceted curriculum, school-wide events, athletics, and extracurriculars, Walden students thrive both individually and communally.

 

WILLY WONKA JR. K-12 MUSICAL

K-1ST GRADE - MONARCH BUTTERFLY RELEASE

WALDEN PARENT ASSOCIATION
K-6TH GRADE SKATE PARTY

HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICS FAIR

3RD GRADE POETRY CAFE

VARSITY TRACK / FIELD

9TH GRADE - LIFESKILLS CLASS

7TH-8TH GRADE BASKETBALL

2024 GREAT NORTH AMERICAN SOLAR ECLIPSE

K-12 FIELD DAY

WALDEN COLOR RUN

CLASS OF 2022 - GRADUATION

8TH GRADE - BRADFORD WOODS RETREAT

PRIDE DAY

 
β€œWalden School is incredibly warm and nurturing while also being academically challenging. The teachers write narratives on each progress report specifically about the individual child. Our daughter and son-in-law feel like they are truly team-teaching and team-parenting their children with the amazing teachers at Walden. We couldn’t be happier with their school choice.”
— greatschools.org, parent review

 
 
 

mission statement

In partnership with families, Walden School provides an educational environment - both academic and social - that fosters a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and challenges individual students to reach their full potential so they may flourish in a diverse and changing world.

 
 
 

Walden School

Together we maximize each child's potential

 
 
 
 
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core values

Walden Nurtures...

Curiosity

An engaging environment that promotes intellectual curiosity.

Community

We create communicative partnerships among students, faculty and families.

Respect

Academic, cultural, and religious differences are acknowledged, respected and celebrated.

Responsibility

Students are confident, responsible enthusiastic learners, and compassionate global citizens.

 
 
 

walden Results

Walden graduates have consistently excelled in academics beyond our classrooms and are accepted into leading schools across the country. A commitment to Walden is a commitment to success.

 

 
β€œMy son attended Walden for 13 years, K-12. The teachers and administrators promote an environment where the students have the confidence to take on any subject. Never have I heard a Walden student say, β€œI can’t.” The school promotes critical thinkers with kind hearts and modest confidence. They are sure to become leaders in science, the arts, and social change.”
— Facebook.com, parent review
 
 
 
 
 

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