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Biodynamic Regenerative Agriculture
A series of biodynamic regenerative agriculture workshops for educators, parents and families of all ages to learn, experience and participate in the rich biodynamic practices developed by Rudolf Steiner.
Each workshop presents different topics, practical applications and knowledge on biodynamic agriculture, and is a meaningful celebration of the alchemy of minerals, plants, animals and humans in nature offering real solutions to the prevailing question of all ages: “What Can I/We do?” in this promising era.
The workshops are designed to assist teachers, parents and individuals in learning about biodynamic methods and, importantly, how to meaningfully bring these domestic arts to children of all ages.
Participants will learn biodynamic principles and preparations that can be applied to any environment, from pots on a balcony to a production farm.
$130 AUD (incl. GST) per individual or family (parents and children).
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Blackboard Beauties – self-paced online course
Learn the Art of Blackboard Drawing for the Steiner Classroom
A self-paced on-demand 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 develop the skills and confidence to use blackboard drawing for enriching their lessons. Course length: 6 hours self-paced online learning Course fee: A$240 incl. GST A certificate of completion is available on request for teacher-identified professional development WATCH NOWIn stock
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Biodynamic Farm Regeneration – Free Webinar with Q&A
What is Biodynamic Agriculture?
How do biodynamic methods differ from other regenerative practices?
How does one begin to repair and improve the health of the soil through biodynamic methods? How does one care for trees/orchards during the winter months? How can we manage pests and insects in a biodynamic way?Join Sandra Frain online on Tuesday evening, 11 June for a talk that touches on some of the fundamental biodynamic practices, with a focus on the methods and preparations involved in regenerating degraded soil, landcare and preparing the soil for farming activities. In her talk, Sandra will be answering these questions and more, as well as providing an overview of the upcoming winter solstice workshop that will be taking place in the Capertee Valley on Sunday 23 June.
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Windows into the Wisdom of Waldorf
Online Recordings
Get a glimpse of some of our tutors at work in this introductory series on Steiner education and Anthroposophy. Each video session has been specially recorded for visitors and students of Sydney Rudolf Steiner College and are up to 40 mins each. Videos are accessible on-demand for 3 months on Vimeo. Single session: $15 (Incl. GST) Whole set of five sessions: $75 (Incl. GST) WATCH NOWIn stock
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Life Phases – Online Course
Holistic Biography Work
Enrolments for 2024 are now closed Join us for a self-paced online course that guides participants through an exploration of their own life stories to inspire self-knowledge, inner development, and transformation. Led by Holistic Biography Work experts, Karl-Heinz Finke and Laura Summerfield. Life Phases runs from 14 May to 29 October and includes 3 live online tutorial sessions, with a certificate upon completion. Course Fee: $198 (incl. GST)Enrolments Closed
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The Spring Seminar
For all Teachers and Educators of the Primary School Years
We invite all new and experienced teachers to join us for an enriching teacher's seminar, featuring inspiring lectures, and practical, creative, and artistic workshops to inform, refresh and re-enliven your teaching experience, professional development, and self-development. Also recommended for individuals or parents who provide home-schooling for children in the Primary or High School years.The Primary Seminar runs during the school break, from 1 - 5 October, and includes up to 26.5 hours of accredited PD.
Selected workshops are available for module-only enrolment. More information is available below. Please note this is for casual participants, if you are currently enrolled in the annual Foundation Course, your course coordinator will process your registration for you. If you are unsure, please contact your course coordinator. Select enrolment option:In stock
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Music in the Steiner Classroom
Lower/Upper Primary
Join us for a lively and enriching musical experience with accomplished musician and Steiner music teacher, Adrienne Alexander. Gain practical skills in teaching music to the primary classes, utilising the recorder, voice and percussion instruments. Delivered in-person on 2 and 3 October at the Spring Seminar in Sydney. Workshop Fee: $200 (incl. GST) Enrolments for this course will close Tuesday 24 September 2024In stock
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Exploring Anthroposophy
Enrolments Closed for 2024
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 and offers new perspectives in understanding the human being. This course is for anyone with an interest in learning more about anthroposophy as the foundation of Steiner education and is particularly valuable for all Steiner School Support Staff, Parents, Teachers, and Teaching Assistants new to Steiner/Waldorf education. Presented by Sven Saar, Ben Cherry, Lisa Devine, and Melanie and James Deefholts Course begins Wed 14 Feb Delivered online across 14 webinars, Wednesday evenings from 7pm - 8.30pm (AET) No previous experience is necessary, international students are welcome. Please see the course outline below for more information, or contact a course coordinator. Course fee options: EAM - Full Course Fee $900 (incl. GST) Or EAW - Webinars only $540 (incl. GST) [maxbutton name="Enquiries for Doris"]Enrolments Closed
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The Art of Caring
Steiner/Waldorf Childcare Course from Birth to Five
Expressions of Interest Now Open for 2025 Developed out of the growing demand for Steiner/Waldorf Childcare, this comprehensive part-time course aims to equip Parents, Educators and Carers with the essential tools to create a warm and nourishing environment for the children in their care.Originally developed by Dr. Renate Long-Breipohl, this course is essential for anyone working with the young child from birth to five, including Parents, Carers, Childcare Providers and Playgroup Leaders.
Presented by some of our most experienced Early Childhood Educators, the course will include 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.
Due to an overwhelming request for a more accessible online format, we are happy to announce that the course will now be delivered ONLINE. This means that you can now join us wherever you are in Australia or around the world. The course will begin in February 2025, delivered ONLINE via live webinar across 10 sessions (one session per month). [maxbutton id="37"]In stock
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Positive Discipline: Effective and Caring Classroom Management
Join renowned author and educator, Lou Harvey-Zahra for this NESA-accredited course on classroom management.
Gain practical skills and strategies for developing your own effective and positive classroom discipline system. Learn how to strengthen teacher and student relationships, create positive classroom routines, teach appropriate social and emotional skills to students, and transform everyday classroom behaviours in a respectful and caring manner.
An essential course for all primary teachers and homeschooling parents.
Delivered in-person at the Spring Seminar in Sydney from 2 - 3 October 2024
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Rudolf Steiner’s Three-fold Social Order
Online workshop with James Goodlet
A two-part online workshop that explores Steiner’s vision for the Three-Fold Social order. The course examines the ideology behind the movement and its potential to bring balance to society, as well as its practical application in school governance and other organisations.
23 and 30 November Course Fee: $160 AUD (incl. GST)Enrolments Closed
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The Evolution of Human Consciousness – Online Course
Enrolments for 2022 are now Closed
Perspectives on History and Human Consciousness
Join researcher, lecturer, artist and Anthroposophist, Dr. Fiona Campbell for an in-depth explorative study and discussion on the five central themes concerning evolving human consciousness. This online course covers essential knowledge for Steiner Teachers but is open to anyone looking to uncover some of the big questions about our past and how they shape the possibilities of our future development.
The course is delivered exclusively online and runs from 15 June to 2 November across 6 participatory webinars.
Course Fee: $250 (incl. GST)
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