Kindergarten Autumn Festival at Mount Barker Waldorf School |
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Parnati in the Kaurna calendar is a time of cooling down after the heat of Warltati, bringing the beginning of the Winter rains and cold mornings with dew on the ground. The first month, which is April, is a time for fire farming. Kangaroo grass is a traditional cereal crop and the first rains of Parnati activate the seeds on the ground to self burrow into the soil and protect them from the heat of fires. The smoke and ash from the fires fertilise the seeds that would otherwise lie dormant without this nourishment.
Recently the children in Steiner schools celebrated this change of season with their festival plays and offerings of harvest foods for donation. In the play, the dragon is tamed by the strength of will of humankind, the working together of the elements and human ingenuity. The power of the dragon is harnessed to bring nourishment to our earth and our souls through the cold dark months of winter. This transformation of that which could destroy us into that which can nourish us is the motif for the season. Parnati blessings from Abbi and Shani |
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Adelaide Steiner Education Association (ASEA) is a not-for-profit association committed to supporting your child’s experience of Steiner Education. We do this by helping enable: - Individual class fundraising - Free online access to Adelaide Waldorf Way - Authentic Steiner education within stream settings - Providing networking opportunities across schools - Supporting other stream initiatives including Kinder and High School We are working hard to build a diverse community to work with ASEA, please support Steiner education in Adelaide by becoming a member at the link below or contact adelaidesteinereducation@gmail.com for further information. Membership is currently $20/$15 concession per year. Your contribution helps! |
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Steiner education | Adelaide Waldorf Way | AdelaideThe Adelaide Waldorf Way is an Adelaide Steiner Education Association funded resource The Adelaide Waldorf Way is a resource hub for Steiner initiatives happening in South Australia. Our listings cover early years childhood through to high school, local service providers and upcoming events. |
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Eyre Peninsula Waldorf School Initiative |
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The Eyre Peninsula Waldorf School Initiative has been working towards building a Waldorf School in Port Lincoln for over 4 years. During this time, many different board members have come and gone and progress at times has been very slow (and challenging!). Whilst the initiative looks different than it did, even a year ago there is no doubt that hundreds of hours of love and hard work has gone into the dream so many hold dear to their hearts. On the 16th February 2023, the future school grounds and the area where we hold our nature playgroup was burnt down to nothing but ash and debris. The fire, in less than an hour, destroyed the resources, infrastructure, toys and building materials we had worked so hard to accumulate. Weeks of doubt followed the fire day, however, like the sun slowly streaming through clouds, we are emerging stronger and more determined than ever. We are working very hard to rebuild but we need financial assistance to not only rebuild our playgroup space for our children, but to also progress to the early stages of the school development. We have a number of ways you can support our initiative; purchasing our merchandise, donating on our mycause page and sharing our dream and following along on the journey. Together, with the help of those who understand and value what we are trying to achieve, we will wrap our hearts around our future school and provide the children of our future the schooling they deserve. |
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Trinity Gardens Steiner Stream |
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Class 5 Indian Feast This term, Abbi has been teaching the stories of Manu, of Ganga, of Arjuna and Krishna, which give the Class Five a glimpse of a civilisation that resisted an involvement with the world of the senses, steeped in Maya, a dream world where time was less urgent. To coincide with these studies of Indian mythology, Class Five hosted an Indian Feast fundraising event last week. The children performed Indian-inspired music and dance, displayed artwork and we had a wonderful volunteer applying henna art. The class community provided a variety of Indian foods and chai for the event, which was a huge success and raised $1300 for ASEA and the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre. Pictures by Emma Clear |
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Mount Barker Waldorf School |
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Class 7 Autumn Festival Mandala Imagine the infinite battle between Good and Evil There’s the Evil, where every time you do something bad, you’re feeding the dragon inside you. Then...there’s the Good. Every time you do something heroic, you become that hero, just like Michael, defeating the dragon. That’s what we have represented in our Mandala. The dragon, as negative emotions like fear and hate and negative actions like being unkind. In the making of the Mandala we planned the design and lugged up 50kg of sand from the sandpit. We used acrylic paint to dye it and then spread it out on tarps to dry. We learnt the hard way that if you leave dyed sand to dry, it drys in clumps so we had to grind it through a bit of mesh so we could use it. We chalked out the design and started making the actual Mandala. Here we found a useful tool was a playing card because you could shape and flatten the sand with it. We worked hard to get it done and our teacher, Josh, stayed after everyone else had left to finish the bits that were left. It was a long process but an enjoyable one. Everyone can be a hero, you don’t have to be a star at something to be one. What details can you spot in the Mandala? Words shared at the Primary Harvest Festival by Isabelle Schaeffer & Christopher Haynes on behalf of Class 7 |
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Anthroposophic Book Centre |
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The Anthroposophic Book Centre in Halifax Street are looking for one or two volunteers to cover a couple of hours per week. They would really appreciate any help, even as a back-up. Please contact Renate on 0426 896 445 if you can help. Keep scrolling for more information about the bookshop. |
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Trinity Gardens Steiner Playgroup, with support from ASEA, are hosting a free workshop with Kate McMurray of Mindful Family Life, date TBC. For families from pregnancy to five years, enrolled in or curious about Steiner stream education. Register your interest at adelaidesteinereducation@gmail.com for further information. Connected Parenting Workshop: Respectful Care For All Ages Respectful care and Connected Parenting looks different with a newborn, with a toddler, with a pre-kinder child, with a childcare or kinder child and with a school child. Working through how to keep centered in our commitment to respectful care and make the right time for connection is central to a settled and mindful family life.
Unpacking truly connected parenting is key to a more peaceful family where children can play more independently and adults can get on with the work of the home without so much stress.
Previously called "A Day at Home" this workshop looks at the basic rhythms of respectful care that support independence and foster joy. Daily practices, rhythms and self care for adults. |
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If you would like to be considered for a place in Pygmy Possums playgroup, please complete the online registration form. |
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The Rainbow Room Shop at Willunga Waldorf School The Rainbow Room is a parent, volunteer run school shop selling handmade toys, crafts, books, gifts and art, craft and some school supplies. All proceeds go towards selected school projects or initiatives that support the school and Waldorf philosophy. We stock some of the supplies that the children use or receive at school, including ‘blank’ craft bags (new families please check with your class teacher in the lower primary years), 16ply wool, modelling wax, 100% wool felt, beeswax crayons, Lyra pencils, fountain pens, fleece for wet felting, school endorsed hats, Sunshadow slippers, play cloths and tin lunch boxes. Rainbow Room: rainbowroom@wws.sa.edu.au |
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Oskar's Wooden Ark Natural, eco-friendly Easter surprises |
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10 Fun Family Traditions to Start This Easter Don't reserve all of your family traditions for Christmases and Birthdays; consider starting some new Easter-inspired traditions to get egg-cited about each year when the Easter Bunny comes a-hopping! If you need help figuring out where to start, you've come to the right place! Here, you'll find a variety of creative and beautiful traditions to implement in your home with your loved ones this Easter! |
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MINDFULLY MANAGING DEVICES FROM BIRTH TO FOREVER Monday 1st and Monday 8th May 7.45 - 9.30pm Devices often seem to dominate public and private life nowadays. Developing a family culture around devices and working through a plan can help you to consciously choose how devices are used in the family and how this impacts the future... rather than reacting to calls from children, pressure from others or accidentally beginning things you wish you hadn't. This workshop is a conversation to consider what we might do today to put us on a road to the family culture we are hoping for. We will also have the opportunity to unpack some of the decisions you might have already made but perhaps wish to change. We will talk about how to talk with partners in planning and to talk with children to share your plans. There is no judgement of your choices or journey in this workshop - rather a safe place to consider what you want for your family. |
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LIVING A MINDFUL FAMILY LIFE ~ PART TWO Six Wednesday evenings (online) 14th, 21st and 28th June (three week break for school holidays) then 26th July, 2nd August and 9th August 7.45pm - 9.30pm. Life with young children is busy! Building mindful ways into the early years of life can add much richness, happiness and also lower stress levels in unexpected ways for all. Join a small group of other parents for six weeks to reflect on your family culture, the values that are important to your family and how they can guide you on your parenting journey. This course will bring clear insight into child development, the senses, the development of the brain, the bigger picture of family life and the long journey towards raising mindful and kind young adults. This course would be useful for families from pregnancy to 9 years of age and beyond. |
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FAMILY BEGINNINGS - PREGNANCY TO ROLLING Mondays 11:30am - 1:30pm Are you pregnant or know someone who is? Or someone with a tiny wee Bub? The place to start is in the "Pregnancy to Rolling" group then move on or join up to the "Crawling to Walking" group (and then on to Integrated Family Support Nature Groups from there to take you all the way to Kinder, School or other adventures!)
You can start anytime and the first week is free. We welcome all Mums, Dads, support people and extended family but older children will need to be supported outside the group. Get in touch for more info! There is an 11 week term starting on Monday 30th January, (we are running until Monday 19th December in case you want to join us now!)
Held at the beautiful Summit Community Centre at Norton Summit. The Centre also provide some financial support for families experiencing challenging times. |
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Mindful Family Life has grown from the need for connection, support and care for families. Nurturing well being for ourselves, our children, our family and our communities.
Workshops, courses, home visits, one-on-one consults, Steiner playgroups, nature play. Please email ashtonsteinerpg@gmail.com or phone 0403 890 234 for more information. |
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Ink Pot Arts is an award-winning NFP organisation based in Mt Barker. We offer supportive, fun, high-quality opportunities to explore the performing arts through workshops and events. Our workshops are led by creative professionals & provide not only the chance to develop new skills, but great companionship across different generations, cultures & life experiences. Regular programs include drama, singing, ukulele, and circus. Specialty workshops are available on request. Enquiries quill@inkpot.com.au or ring Jo-anne on 0429 673 327 |
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Developing the Self - Developing the World Developing the Self – Developing the World was founded by a community of individuals committed to working with inner development for world development and striving to build healthy community life in the light of anthroposophy. As an organisation, Developing the Self – Developing the World also connects individuals and communities with artists, health practitioners, farmers, and educators who offer peer support, workshops, and programs for school faculties, students, and parents. This work has grown out of this community of individuals’ work with meditation and inner development, in relationship to the Inner Work Path, which offers courses, workshops and lectures on these themes. A variety of courses and workshops can be tailored to meet the needs of any community on themes such as: caring for the senses in early childhood • external applications to harmonise the senses • social understanding, gender, and sexuality • The foundations of health and wellbeing • and more… The Y Project is a project of Developing the Self – Developing the World, accessible to young adults 16 years old and up. It provides mentors, health services, artistic programs, and events that are fully or partially funded by Developing the Self – Developing the World and donations. |
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The Anthroposophical Society Australia South Australian Branch Inc. Anthroposophic Book Centre and Library 96 Halifax Street, Adelaide MAIL ORDERS WELCOME, P&H FEES APPLY Wednesday-Friday 11am-2pm, Saturdays 10am-1pm 96 Halifax Street, Adelaide Phone: 0401 667 443 (bookshop hours), 0433 944 270 (outside hours, leave a message) Email: anthroposophysa2@gmail.com Steiner books, craft supplies, gifts, Weleda products, Steiner resource library and home of the Anthroposophical Society. The Anthroposophic Book Centre currently has a lovely stock of craft, parenting and Waldorf education books; children’s books and toys; beeswax candles; gift cards; plus Weleda natural skin care products. We also have on our shelves Waldorf school materials such as beeswax block and stick crayons, Lyra pencils, coloured modelling wax and main lesson books. Library service offered for a once-only fee of $30, same hours as book shop. Study Groups If you are interested in learning more about anthroposophy, study groups offer an opportunity to join with others in deepening your understanding of selected themes. Groups meet regularly at various venues. The format is often, though not always, the study of a particular subject through reading and discussion of books. Please contact the Book Centre for more details. |
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ASEA acknowledge that this newsletter is published on the land of the Kaurna People and honour their sacred connection to this country, past, present and future. |
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