South Devon Steiner School

South Devon Steiner School 🌿 Ages 2–19 • Nurturing resilient, creative & free humans 🌿 Rooted in 8 acres of countryside; learning in rhythm with nature.

Book your tour👇 sdsteiner.org/school-tour South Devon Steiner School is an independent school delivering the Steiner (Waldorf) curriculum, to children from birth to 16 (with active plans to extend provision to 18 years and beyond). The main school is an old manor house and this is set in spacious gardens, nestled in a lush, green valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park. Early Years have their

own purpose built Kindergartens which are nourishing and warm with large, enclosed and safe outdoor spaces. SDSS offers a variety of courses including one in Biodynamic agriculture. We also have a long established and successful Summer Language School which is open to Waldorf students from around the world. SDSS is currently building a traditional oak frame and straw bale 'Bunk House' to accommodate visitors to school, and has recently completed a Bio-mass boiler which now efficiently heats the school.

Class 3 had the most wonderful Farm Camp at the wonderfully generous Hall Farm Dartmoor where the class spent four days ...
29/07/2026

Class 3 had the most wonderful Farm Camp at the wonderfully generous Hall Farm Dartmoor where the class spent four days working closely with the land and experiencing the rhythms of farm life firsthand.

The children took part in:

- Milking cows
- Making cheese, yoghurt, and whey caramel from the morning milk
- Dry stone wall repair
- Nurturing the hedgerows through tree care
- Making a special fertiliser preparation

Alongside the practical work, there was plenty of time for play, imagination, and the ongoing evolution of the class’s new cow-herding game, and we were even gifted a wonderful succession of rainbows, including some that seemed to land right in our field for us to chase. 🌈

In Steiner education, the Class 3 year is often supported through grounding, practical experiences that help children connect more deeply with the world around them. Working with animals, soil, food, shelter, and the natural environment offers meaningful opportunities for responsibility, cooperation, perseverance, and growing confidence.

This camp was a beautiful example of learning through real experience, and of meeting children with the right curriculum at the right stage of development.

A heartfelt thank you to Hall Farm Dartmoor for their generosity, warmth, and the unforgettable experiences they shared with our class. 🌿

15/07/2026

Every school year ends with our End of Year Ceremony, a much loved tradition that brings the whole school community together. 🌿

Together, we celebrate another year of learning, mark important transitions, and recognise those moving on to new chapters.
Class 5 and Class 8 step into the next stage of their journey, and we celebrate our graduating Class 12 students.

The ceremony also reminds us that education is not just about academic achievement alone. It is about belonging, relationships, gratitude, and recognising the growth of every child as they journey through the school.

As another wonderful year draws to a close, we wish all our families, staff, students, alumni, and friends a restful summer.

Thank you for being part of our community.

Until September. 🤍

09/07/2026

Sports Day at South Devon Steiner School looks a little different.

Rather than competing only within year groups, every team is made up of students from Class 1 through to Class 12. Older students naturally encourage and support younger ones, while younger children gain confidence from taking part alongside those further along in their school journey.

Parents and teachers join in too, creating a day filled with challenge, teamwork, laughter and encouragement.

While there are certainly winners, the day is about much more than results. It is about courage, perseverance, leadership, encouragement and belonging.


🏛️ The annual Greek Olympics are a much-loved milestone in the Steiner curriculum, and at the end of June, our Class 5 w...
06/07/2026

🏛️ The annual Greek Olympics are a much-loved milestone in the Steiner curriculum, and at the end of June, our Class 5 were delighted to take part alongside hundreds of Steiner Waldorf students from across the UK.

Rooted in the Ancient Greek Olympics, they bring together movement, history, community, and character in a way that is unique to Steiner education.

Over several days, the children trained, camped, learned, and shared the experience with students from schools across the country before coming together for the Games themselves.

Rather than focusing on winning or competition alone, the emphasis is on meeting a challenge wholeheartedly, encouraging one another, and discovering what each child is capable of through courage, perseverance, grace, and teamwork.

As one parent beautifully reflected, "the greatest achievements can't always be measured."

Every child returns with memories that extend far beyond the arena - new friendships, renewed confidence, and the experience of being part of something much bigger than themselves.

Congratulations to our Class 5, and thank you to everyone who helped make this unforgettable milestone possible. 🌿

📷 Photo credit: Waldorf UK

You’re warmly invited to Class 10’s Play, The Lamb Files.Join us for an original production inspired by Roald Dahl’s sho...
30/06/2026

You’re warmly invited to Class 10’s Play, The Lamb Files.

Join us for an original production inspired by Roald Dahl’s short story Lamb to the Slaughter, brought to life by our Class 10 students.

📅 Performance Dates

Monday 6th July
Doors open 7.00pm | Performance begins 7.30pm

Tuesday 7th July
Doors open 7.00pm | Performance begins 7.30pm

Both performances are open to friends, family, and the wider community.

Audience guidance: Recommended for ages 10+. The play contains themes of murder, death, police investigation, and courtroom proceedings, all presented in a highly stylised and humorous manner.

We look forward to welcoming you. 🎭

✨ New Parent & Child Sessions Launching Tuesday 8th September ✨We’re delighted to welcome families to our new Parent & C...
29/06/2026

✨ New Parent & Child Sessions Launching Tuesday 8th September ✨

We’re delighted to welcome families to our new Parent & Child Tuesdays at South Devon Steiner School.

For children aged 0-3 years and their parent, grandparent or carer, these stay-and-play sessions include songs, stories, creative play, seasonal activities, outdoor exploration and a shared wholesome snack in a warm and welcoming Steiner-Waldorf environment.

🌱 Tuesdays, 10am-12pm (during term time)
🌱 Spindlewood Parent & Child Room & Garden
🌱 £12 per session (booked termly)
🌱 First session free

Open to all families.

Book your place via our website. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend registering your interest as early as possible.

We look forward to welcoming you and your little one this September!

Address

Hood Manor, Dartington
Totnes
TQ96AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441803897377

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