Developing a sense of meaning and purpose for every child
Mount Barker Waldorf School is one of the leading Steiner schools in Australia. Here, we cherish the right to childhood and carefully nurture every child’s unique capacities so individuals can become empathetic and confident makers of change for generations to come.
Playgroup
0–3 year olds
Loving relationships and steady rhythm.
Playgroup
0–3 year olds
Early Childhood
3–6 year olds
Nurturing inner vitality through activity and free creative play.
Early Childhood
3–6 year olds
Primary School
Years 1–6
Building secure foundations and fostering interests.
Primary School
Years 1–6
High School
Years 7–12
Orientating students towards a positive future.
High School
Years 7–12
Educating the whole child
Our school develops a child’s capacity to learn through offering a
seamless educational journey that is alive and full of wonder.
Playgroup
0–3 year olds
Loving relationships and steady rhythm.
Learn moreEarly Childhood
3–6 year olds
Nurturing inner vitality through activity and free creative play.
Learn morePrimary School
Years 1–6
Building secure foundations and fostering interests.
Learn moreHigh School
Years 7–12
Orientating students towards a positive future.
Learn moreGiving children the gift of a meaningful life
“Our highest endeavour must be to develop free human beings who are able of
themselves to impart purpose and direction to their lives.”
— Rudolf Steiner
Strong academic performance
Our students thrive in an educational approach which supports them to think freely, act with confidence and find their own purpose in life.
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Social and emotional connection
We connect individuals to the natural environment, one another, and the world around them. We pride ourselves on fostering close and nurturing relationships.
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Teaching practical skills
A unique curriculum of artistic, academic and practical lessons ensure children are thoroughly prepared for life outside of school.
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Community events
You’re invited to join us at our many community events. Be awakened by connection, inclusivity and self expression. You’ll feel right at home in our beautiful school.
Upcoming community events
Explore our school
We are situated in expansive grounds in a peaceful, semi-rural environment on the outskirts of the Mount Barker township in the Adelaide Hills, just over half an hour‘s drive from the city.