EDUCATION
CLASSES
Age 1.5-3
Pre-K
In the earliest years our children learn primarily by imitation and activity, and our program uses exploration and play as the foundation for independent thought and creative thinking. Our openair classroom and natural environment, allows children to explore the beauty that surrounds them, planting seeds of imagination, creativity, and confidence.
Age 3-6
Kindergarten
In our kindergarten, children learn through rhythm, play, and meaningful activity. With stories, songs, handcrafts, and time in nature, they build a strong foundation for imagination, social skills, and a lifelong love of learning. Our nurturing environment encourages curiosity, confidence, and joyful discovery.
BRIEF CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
Kindergarten
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Water-colour painting, modelling, hand-crafts and baking awaken creativity and support fine motor development and hand eye coordination.
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Imagery from fairy tales, poetry, finger plays and songs broaden the child’s language skills and imagination.
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Circle games, indoor and outdoor play increase physical strength, agility and grace.
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Time outdoors connects children with the natural world and increases wonder, reverence and respect for nature. It also enlivens the senses and has a calming and balancing effect on the children and their wellbeing.
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Seasonal festivals develop a meaningful connection with nature and community.
SUMMARY
Waldorf education was founded with the intention of fostering a kinder and more conscientious generation. To further this goal, Waldorf education emphasizes the interconnectedness of all living things and promotes respect for the self, for others, and the natural world.
The key element of Waldorf pedagogy is to foster and develop the child’s imaginative forces to promote creative and lively thinking. To meet this goal, the curriculum is carefully planned around the appropriate developmental stages of the child. Lessons and activities utilise a multi-sensory approach that engages the hands, heart and head. This approach incorporates music and rhythm, movement and arts, and allows for curious minds to ponder, create, and wonder. As a result Waldorf students acquire a deep understanding and appreciation for learning that they carry throughout their lives.
“It is important that we discover an educational method where people learn to learn and go on learning their whole lives” - Rudolf Steiner