Steiner Waldorf Approach

• The Steiner Waldorf philosophy of education has its roots in developing not just the mind, but the body and soul too. 

• Waldorf termed this trio, 'Anthroposophy' - a spiritual philosophy.

• Those in a Steiner setting will have a strong exposure to life experiences to learn from such as cooking, cleaning, sewing and gardening.

• The Steiner way of learning is known to be holistic - all connected to work together to build the whole child.

• This approach to learning encourages child-led, imaginative play and uses natural resources. 

• Developing creativity and imagination supersedes academic focus.

• Many people who follow a Steiner approach avoid the use of technology until the child reaches secondary education age. 

• Educators in a Steiner setting set examples by role modelling, rather than giving instruction to children. 

• Steiner education is heavily focused in spirituality traditionally, however schools and those who practice today are known to be inclusive and nondenominational.

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For more information:

• What is Steiner Waldorf Education?

• What is Steiner-Waldorf Education? | Steiner Theory | Teaching Wiki (twinkl.co.uk)

• Rudolf Steiner & the History of Waldorf Education - Association of Waldorf Schools of North America

• Waldorf school | Benefits, Curriculum & History | Britannica