Welcome the Spring term in with an invigorating Primary Class Teacher block intensive for learning, fellowship and fun.  

This in-person block intensive can be attended on its own, or can be taken to complement our part-time online Primary Class Teacher course, depending on your needs.   It is suitable for you if you would like to support children in this significant transition phase from Early Childhood as they enter the classroom to be your students.  You could be:

• a primary class teacher and assistant in Steiner schools,
• a mainstream teacher and teaching assistant in the primary school,
• a parent and homeschooling parent,
• a University student studying education or teaching, and
• anyone who would like to learn about practical, engaging activities for children

All sessions are based upon the indications of Rudolf Steiner.  In this block intensive, you will understand and experience: 

• the gesture of the child of this age as they encounter the world, and
• the accompanying classroom and practical activities to support them

We will also offer:

• resources to support your work as educators of your class or child
• opportunity to visit Steiner school 1 & 2 classroom
• a colleagial environment in which you can share your experiences and questions and discuss topics related to the challenges of todays teaching*, such as:  

            – How do we reconcile what is asked of us by regulatory bodies with our philosophy?

            – How do we support community and our parent body with our work?

            – How can we be better supported to understand and read the children who come to us with all their differences and special needs?

You will come away with the understanding and confidence in skills to build upon for work with children of this age group.

You will also have a chance to relax to a dinner and folkdancing on Saturday evening.

This course will give you a certificate of professional development hours referencing the Australian Teacher Professional Standards.