Aurora Southern Highlands Steiner School

The magic of capturing art in the making. Some glimpses into our HSC Visual Arts program where students have been immersed in the creative journey, photographing, painting and sketching as their major works begin to take shape.

Class Four were immersed in farm life today at Winderong Farm. Through meaningful farm work, our students experienced the value of caring for the land, working together, and understanding the cycles that sustain us. They also had the opportunity to help prepare Biodynamic Preparation 500, getting their hands dirty and connecting deeply with the living world around them.

Thank you to the Winderong Farm team for sharing your knowledge and welcoming us so warmly.

We believe childhood should not be rushed.

Through long stretches of uninterrupted outdoor play, children develop the foundations for lifelong learning: creativity, resilience, independence, social awareness, and a sense of wonder.

An unhurried childhood honours the natural pace of development and recognises that some of the most important learning happens when children are simply given the time and freedom to play.

📷 credit: Caroline Foldes

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Our successful Pioneer Scholarship is now available for students entering Classes 3–8, including those who will form the foundation of our Middle School opening in 2027.

Created in recognition of the grit, big-heartedness and pioneering spirit of our students, these scholarships celebrate young people who are ready to lead with purpose, embrace new challenges and help shape the future of our growing school community.

Apply before 30 June and become one of our Pioneer students.

For more information and to apply, contact [email protected]

Class 3 Farming: In Steiner education, farm work holds a special significance for the nine-year-old child. At this age, children begin to experience a growing awareness of themselves as separate from the world around them. Through practical work on the land, they discover their own capacity to contribute, create, and care. The farm offers a tangible experience of interdependence, showing how human effort, animals, plants, soil, sun, and rain all work together to sustain life.

Class 3 Farming: In Steiner education, farm work holds a special significance for the nine-year-old child. At this age, children begin to experience a growing awareness of themselves as separate from the world around them. Through practical work on the land, they discover their own capacity to contribute, create, and care. The farm offers a tangible experience of interdependence, showing how human effort, animals, plants, soil, sun, and rain all work together to sustain life.

You asked, and we’re back! The next Highlands Homemaker Swap is on Saturday 20th June. Come for the swapping, stay for the conversations and inspiration from likeminded creators. We can’t wait to see what treasures emerge this time around!