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Our Misson
At Sophia Waldorf School, it is our purpose to provide a living, integrated education experience inspired by Dr Rudolf Steiner’s Anthroposophy. Our focus is on the development of the whole human being, nurturing the growth of warm-hearted, creative, resilient and courageous individuals who are able to achieve the best of their individual ability and meet the challenges of a rapidly changing world through love in action.
About Us
We are a not for profit organisation committed to delivering authentic Waldorf Education
The Sophia Waldorf School initiative was borne out of a desire to offer the families of the Gold Coast and surrounds an alternative schooling option. We are the only Waldorf School in the Gold Coast who are registered with the Australian Steiner Association, with the closest Steiner schools located at Samford Valley, Northern Brisbane and Mullumbimby, Northern NSW.
Education
Steiner Philosophy and Pedagogy meets Australian government school regulations
In response to the 2009 Australian Government's proposal to uphold a mandatory curriculum for all Australian Schools, the Australian Steiner curriculum framework was developed. As Steiner education is internationally recognised, there was opportunity to put forward an alternate curriculum framework for recognition, that also protects the integrity of Steiner education philosophy and pedagogy.
Community
All Waldorf schools begin with a Community
At the heart of all Waldorf Education Institutions is a dedicated group of families, teachers and community members who appreciate and uphold the values of Steiner Philosophy.
Our community is very important to us and we welcome everyone to be a part of our growth and seasonal celebrations. We regularly hold meet ups and events as an opportunity to connect and strengthen our community ties.
Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able of themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives. The need for imagination, a sense of truth and a feeling of responsibility – these three forces are
the very nerve of education.
- Rudolf Steiner