May 2010 . . . SAMFORD VALLEY STEINER SCHOOL for May 2010
~ OPEN DAY for SAMFORD VALLEY’S ONLY HIGH SCHOOL ~
Steiner Education will be on show at Samford Valley Steiner School on Saturday 15 May.
Prospective parents and students will be able to experience what it is like to learn in a Steiner environment from pre-prep through to high school at the school’s Open Day. Whilst the whole school will be open, this year’s emphasis will be on the High School, as it’s the only one available in the Samford Valley/Dayboro area. Parents with children currently in classes 5, 6 and 7 are warmly invited to visit the school to see what the purpose-built High School can offer their child.
“Our Open Day will enable all those who have heard about the worldwide growth of Steiner education to come and find out for themselves how the Steiner approach prepares students to become valued contributors to society,”explains, school administrator, Joan Weir.
The program for the day includes musical performances, talks on the early childhood experience and learning in the primary and high school years as well as workshops on different curriculum aspects.
Teachers will be available throughout the day to answer questions. There will also be classroom displays showcasing the creativity that underpins the aspect of Steiner education.
In addition to the students’ work being exhibited throughout the school, books, art supplies and handicrafts created by the school’s parent community, will be available to purchase in the school’s community space, The Hub.
Throughout the day there will be tea and coffee and wholesome food available.
The Open Day runs from 10am – 2pm on Saturday 15 May.
Samford Valley Steiner School is in Narrawa Drive, Wights Mountain, 5 minutes drive from Samford Village.
For further information visit www.samfordsteiner.qld.edu.au .
Samford Valley Steiner School Spins a New Web
Samford Valley Steiner School has launched its completely revamped school website at www.samfordsteiner.qld.edu.au . With a few taps of the keyboard, this exciting and comprehensive new website offers anyone interested in finding out more about the world’s fastest growing independent school movement, an abundance of useful information and beautiful images.
Prospective parents and students are able to take a close virtual look at the school, including Prep, Primary and High School, as well as read about the educational philosophy that underpins the school’s curriculum.
“The website expertly covers all the usual areas, and a few extra, including what exactly a ‘Steiner education’ is and how it manifests in an everyday context,” explains school administrator, Joan Weir. “How, when and why certain things are taught is clearly explained, with a snapshot of each academic year offering parents a clear indication of the curriculum covered.”
“Our Open Day will enable all those who have heard about the worldwide growth of Steiner education to come and find out for themselves how the Steiner approach prepares students to become valued contributors to society,”explains, school administrator, Joan Weir.
The program for the day includes musical performances, talks on the early childhood experience and learning in the primary and high school years as well as workshops on different curriculum aspects.
Teachers will be available throughout the day to answer questions. There will also be classroom displays showcasing the creativity that underpins the aspect of Steiner education.
In addition to the students’ work being exhibited throughout the school, books, art supplies and handicrafts created by the school’s parent community, will be available to purchase in the school’s community space, The Hub.
Throughout the day there will be tea and coffee and wholesome food available.
The Open Day runs from 10am – 2pm on Saturday 15 May.
Samford Valley Steiner School is in Narrawa Drive, Wights Mountain, 5 minutes drive from Samford Village.
For further information visit www.samfordsteiner.qld.edu.au .
Samford Valley Steiner School Spins a New Web
Samford Valley Steiner School has launched its completely revamped school website at www.samfordsteiner.qld.edu.au . With a few taps of the keyboard, this exciting and comprehensive new website offers anyone interested in finding out more about the world’s fastest growing independent school movement, an abundance of useful information and beautiful images.
Prospective parents and students are able to take a close virtual look at the school, including Prep, Primary and High School, as well as read about the educational philosophy that underpins the school’s curriculum.
“The website expertly covers all the usual areas, and a few extra, including what exactly a ‘Steiner education’ is and how it manifests in an everyday context,” explains school administrator, Joan Weir. “How, when and why certain things are taught is clearly explained, with a snapshot of each academic year offering parents a clear indication of the curriculum covered.”
