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Blackboard Beauties – Online Blackboard Drawing Course
Learn the Art of Blackboard Drawing for the Steiner Classroom
A self-paced online course In Steiner schools, we use colour and creativity as a curative approach, one that helps the child experience the curriculum from an inner feeling and not just an intellectual understanding. It is from these blackboard drawings in a Steiner classroom that much of the exciting curriculum is presented, bringing lesson content to life. Presented by Raphaela Mazzone, this 6-hour course will guide participants through a series of online sessions to assist educators in developing the skills and confidence to use blackboard drawing to enrich their lessons. Course length: 6 hours self-paced online learning for accredited PD Course fee: A$240 incl. GST A certificate of completion is available on request
Teaching Maths in the Primary Classes
A Two-Part Webinar for Primary Teaching
Join master maths educator, Jamie York, in a two-part online maths workshop designed to inspire teachers to reimagine how we teach maths, and to gain a deeper understanding of maths for the Primary classes. This course typically runs once a year. [maxbutton name="Maths course request form"]
The Art of Caring
Steiner/Waldorf Childcare Course from Birth to Five
Register Now for 2025 Developed out of the growing demand for Steiner/Waldorf Childcare, this comprehensive part-time course aims to equip Parents, Educators, childcare providers, and playgroup leaders with the essential tools to create a warm and nourishing environment for the children in their care.Presented by some of our most experienced Early Childhood educators, the course covers in-depth talks and practical workshops on child development and the art of conscious caring to prepare participants with the necessary foundational knowledge of Steiner/Waldorf education.
The course is delivered ONLINE via live webinar over 9 sessions (one session per month), with a one-day seminar for the final session held in person. International participants welcome. Delivered across 9 sessions (one session per month) Submit your expression of Interest to be notified when the course is open for registration. [maxbutton name="Register Interest Art of Caring"]
Human Being, Human Becoming – Online Course
Rudolf Steiner's Insights into Human Development
Enrolments Closed for 2025 A foundation in the principles of Steiner education recommended for all new teachers. Join us in an immersive online course that provides participants with an introduction to anthroposophy as the foundation of Steiner/Waldorf education. Discover new perspectives in understanding the nature of the human being, our development, and purpose. A course for anyone curious to understand the deeper aspects of human existence, covering all essential topics recommended for educators, support staff and parents new to Steiner/Waldorf education. Course begins Wed 19 Feb Delivered online across 13 webinars, Wednesday evenings from 7pm - 8.30pm (AET) No previous experience is necessary, international students are welcome. [maxbutton name="HB course request form"] Course enrolment options: EAM - Full Course Fee $1,000 (incl. GST) Or EAW - Webinars only $600 (incl. GST)
Biodynamic Regenerative Agriculture
All families and individuals welcome for a day of active learning of the wisdom of applied biodynamic agriculture in a second follow-on workshop on the beautiful Sarkis' family farm near Ellalong in the Hunter Region of NSW (45 minutes inland from Newcastle, NSW).
Free camping is available on-site!
Sunday 18 May
Learn practical applications and knowledge on biodynamic agriculture and its meaningful celebration of the alchemy of minerals, plants, animals, and humans in nature which offers real solutions to the prevailing question of all ages: “What Can I/We do?” in this promising era.
Participants will learn biodynamic principles and preparations that can be applied to any environment, from pots on a balcony to a production farm, all while enjoying a day out in the countryside and meeting new friends.
$130 AUD (incl. GST) per individual or family ticket (parents and children).
