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Welcome
to Orana Steiner
School Canberra

EARLY CHILDHOOD | KINDERGARTEN | PRIMARY | HIGH SCHOOL | SENIOR COLLEGE
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About

Guided by the philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, Orana Steiner School delivers a progressive curriculum through structured group learning. Students’ academic and holistic development is supported across literacy, numeracy, science, humanities, and the arts.

Families who value a holistic, community-centred education will find Orana to be a place where children grow into confident, capable graduates, well prepared for further study and life beyond the classroom.

Founded in 1981, Orana Steiner School has grown into a thriving, spacious, and nature-filled campus, centrally located in Weston, Canberra.

Orana offers education from Early Childhood to Year 12 and is recognised by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA).

INFORMATION EVENINGS

No booking required, all welcome.

Location: Overture Hall, Orana Steiner School, Corner of Hickey Court & Dargie Street, Weston, Canberra

  • Primary – Tues 28 April 2026 6.30pm – 8.30pm

  • Senior College – Thurs 7 May 2026 6pm – 7.30pm

  • Year 7 – Thursday 28 May 2026 6pm – 7.30pm (please note this is the correct updated date)

Please note, attending a school tour is Step 1. within our student application process. We look forward to welcoming you and your family.

TOUR DATES

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  • High School & Senior College – Wed 29 April 2026 – 9.30am 

  • Primary School – Wed 6 May 2026 – 9.30am

  • Early Childhood – Wed13 May 2026 – 9.30am

  • Early Childhood – Wed 27 May 2026 – 9.30am

  • High School & Senior College – Wed 3 June 2026 – 9.30am

  • Primary School – Wed 10 June 2026 – 9.30am

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Early Childhood

Daily Rhythms

Orana Steiner School’s Early Childhood program is centred on gentle daily rhythms. “Breathing out” through active free play rest, balanced with “breathing in” moments of focused activities such as setting tables for shared meals, or group art and craft. You can find a list of Early Childhood daily rhythm examples below.

Orana Steiner School’s Early Childhood program is centred on gentle daily rhythms. “Breathing out” through active free play rest, balanced with “breathing in” moments of focused activities such as setting tables for shared meals, or group art and craft. You can find a list of Early Childhood daily rhythm examples below.

These nurturing rhythms builds a strong foundation for each child’s sense of security, wellbeing, and readiness to learn. Our thoughtfully prepared environments are rich in natural beauty, with indoor environments furnished in natural fibres such as cotton and linen fabrics, wooden toys, and handmade dolls and puppets. Baskets of natural materials are also available for play from wooden blocks, pinecones and more.

Beautiful natural indoor and outdoor settings

Indoor room displays are carefully curated by staff to reflect the change in season, evoking wonder and imagination through visual beauty and narrative.

Each Early Childhood environment have privately fenced in outdoor gardens, offering safe outdoor exploration among flowers and shady established trees.

In this atmosphere of warmth and connection, children develop confidence, creativity, and a strong sense of self, supported in their social, emotional, and physical growth within a calm and secure environment.

Examples of daily rhythms in Early Childhood at Orana Steiner School:

      • Arrival and greeting – a warm, unhurried welcome that helps children transition from home
      • Free play (indoor and outdoor) – extended, imaginative play using natural materials
      • Morning circle – songs, verses, movement, and rhythmical activities led by the teacher
      • Morning tea/snack time – shared, often prepared together, encouraging social connection
      • Practical activities – hands-on tasks such as baking bread, gardening, cleaning, art and craft
      • Story time -oral storytelling is often continued over several days, often centred around a candle or puppets to deepen engagement
      • Outdoor play – time in nature to support physical development and exploration
      • Rest or quiet time – a calm period for restoration, especially for younger children
      • Lunch – a shared meal with an emphasis on routine and community
      • Closing circle or farewell – a gentle, consistent ending to the day

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Primary School

Once children turn six they begin Kindergarten, which provides a more structured routine than Early Childhood to prepare them to achieve their personal goals with enjoyment as they continue their education, building strong relationships with teachers and friends before moving into Year 1 once they turn seven. Now that their minds are primed, formal instruction in reading and writing begins. As a result of waiting until the children are ready, they feel less anxious and are empowered to conquer lesson time.

At Orana, we believe inclusivity, agile-thinking, problem-solving, flexibility and collaboration are important skills students need to learn if they are to thrive in a challenging world. It’s why our Steiner-trained teachers are passionate about providing a mainstream education with a distinct and positive difference, helping and guiding students towards positive future pathways with a sense of purpose.

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High School & Senior College

High School at Orana Steiner School has a demonstrated history of academic success which stems from a rigorous curriculum that encourages deeper, more enjoyable real-world learning that engages students to reach their full potential, guiding them towards their future with a sense of purpose and direction. From Year 7 in High School, young people want to be citizens of the modern world, so their learning is woven around this drive. They want to understand what the world is about and are fascinated with power and strengths. Orana helps nurture this desire for information and ensures students are prepared for a wider world and further education.

The Senior College curriculum is comprehensive and carefully designed to balance the Steiner philosophy with the requirements stipulated by the ACT Board of Senior Secondary Studies. An inclusive education in Years 11 and 12 at Orana Steiner School inspires students to grow into confident, capable, and creative young people where further education is seen as an exciting prospect not a daunting one.  Orana consistently achieves outstanding results for university entrance (ATAR), placing it amongst the top schools in the ACT.

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What our Orana alumni say

Since Orana I have presented at TEDxSydney in front of 2,250 people in the Sydney Opera House, been sponsored by Intel to represent Australia at the International Science & Engineering Fair in LA, received the top score of 45,000 students across Australia, NZ, Singapore … in a 2013 science competition, and grown my filmmaking YouTube channel past a profitable 4 million views.

Orana focuses on cultivating a love of learning in students. Having experienced Montessori, Steiner, public education and now a Group of Eight university, I believe that Steiner education forms an excellent foundation for lifelong learning and nurtures an innate curiosity of the world.

Alumni/Jake Coppinger

I am truly grateful for the experiences that Orana offered and the nurturing support and encouragement I received from particular teachers. I have many fond memories of my time at Orana and through this journey, gained lifelong friends. Reflecting on my time at Orana I realised that my aptitude for my current roles was gained through activities such as community programs, volunteer work and being given the chance to put my leadership skills into action …

Alumni/Sarah Ireland

[After leaving Orana] I started a double degree at the ANU in Medical Science and Design Arts … To assist me in this endeavour, I am currently employed as a Wardsperson in the surgical theatres at Calvary John James Hospital, where I am immersed in the medical world and get the privilege of viewing many procedures.

I have Orana to credit for my interest in two such different degrees. Many of my best friends I made at Orana and I will be forever grateful for the bond I have with these people.

Alumni/Anna Roufogalis

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