by michellegarvin | Nov 10, 2022 | Newsletter
Steiner and Montessori in Early Childhood, what is the difference? By Barbara Shell This comparison of Steiner and Montessori educational philosophies is based on my personal experience as a teacher in both Montessori and Steiner school systems. Although the young...
by michellegarvin | Nov 7, 2022 | Newsletter
An important note about media use in Steiner Schools When each family begins their journey at Silver Tree Steiner School, we always talk about the impact that media of any kind can have on very young children. There is much evidence to suggest that time spent on...
by michellegarvin | Nov 7, 2022 | Newsletter
Silver Tree Steiner School has partnered with Edstart to improve school fee payment options for our families. Commencing January 2023, the School will no longer be accepting school fees directly or using PaySmart as our direct debit provider. This arrangement is...
by STSS web admin | Mar 7, 2012 | Newsletter, Special Letters
Dear Parents and Guardians, I am writing to you to confirm what classes the school will offer in 2013. Recently, a survey was conducted of Class 6 parents and guardians about their intentions for where they intend their child to be in 2013. Although some parents are...
by STSS web admin | Mar 7, 2012 | Newsletter
Please read full version here: 2012/03/07 Silver Leaves Edition 272 Assemblies at Silver Tree A few years back, I visited the school just as an assembly was underway. The simple, fresh approach of parents, teachers and children standing in a circle, singing together...
by STSS web admin | Feb 29, 2012 | Newsletter
Please read full version here: 2012/02/29 Silver Leaves Edition 271 Last week, I attended a meeting with a large group of principals from small, private schools like our own. We were briefed on the Gonski report into education funding and in general the report appears...
