Silver Tree Steiner School in Parkerville, Western Australia, Australia | Primary School

Silver Tree Steiner School

Locality: Parkerville, Western Australia, Australia

Phone: +61 8 9295 4787

Address: 695 Roland Road 6081 Parkerville, WA, Australia

Website: http://www.silvertree.wa.edu.au

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24.01.2022 Thanks to the Lake Champlain Waldorf School for this beautiful fairy tale, written to help young children with our great pause. https://www.waldorfeducation.org//the-great-pause-a-tale-f

24.01.2022 Early Childhood is NOT School. [This post says hold off the 'teaching' of reading, not the 'catching' of reading. Big difference.] Reading is an important skill..., no argument there. Yet teaching reading BEFORE the brain has finalised its specialist features for processing symbols and code with ease is not a good idea. When a child attempts a set task and fails, he is less likely to revisit the task with curiosity and joy in future, and much more likely to perceive himself as a poor learner. The difference in girls and boys development means that statistically, the children who fail in early literacy instruction are mostly boys. This is not what we want for our boys, it alters their perception of themselves as learners. Research shows that children who succeed in learning are the children who perceive themselves as able learners. Seven is the ideal age to begin formal learning in literacy and numeracy. I know, we in New Zealand start at 5 and many children (mostly boys) end up in the Reading Recovery programme at six. They are recovering from OUR inability to match their biology with our curriculum. It is true that some children learn to read without instruction, just as some children walk earlier than others. That is not the issue here, The issue is reserving the early childhood years for MUCH MORE IMPORTANT skills we humans require for our Wellbeing as a social animal. The easiest time to learn people skills starts at the moment of birth up to seven years. Heres a short list: learning to make friends initiating play for themselves and with others being able to engage and lose themselves in play managing their emotions, growing their self regulation growing skills for dealing with conflict growing their empathy and kindness growing their ability to communicate their needs and wants. Click on the link and scroll on down for my article Getting Ready for School which looks at this in more detail: https://penniebrownlee.weebly.com/articles.html

22.01.2022 At the start of Reconciliation Week, enjoy this video of our Class 5 & 6's sharing the Silver Tree Acknowledgement of Country.

22.01.2022 Check your e-mail for exciting news regarding the High School campus at Silver Tree.Check your e-mail for exciting news regarding the High School campus at Silver Tree.

21.01.2022 For those parents looking to the future of the new Perth Waldorf High School Campus at Silver Tree, this is the perfect way to gain an insight into Steiner Education in the high school years.

21.01.2022 FREE TALK FOR FAMILIES A reminder that Lou Harvey-Zahra will be speaking tonight at 6pm. Covered in her talk will be tips for staying at home with your children. Lou is the author of 5 parenting books, including the bestselling Happy Child, Happy Home and Creative Discipline, Connected Family.... https://facebook.com/events/s/talk-from-lou-harvey-zahra/990495858031984/?ti=icl

20.01.2022 Silver Tree awarded $20,000 grant to regenerate Clutterbuck Creek! Thanks to parent volunteer Bronwyn Scallan, Silver Tree Steiner School has been awarded a Commonwealth Government grant through the Communities Environment Program to restore a section of the the Clutterbuck Creek foreshore. This restoration project aims to improve water quality, biodiversity and wildlife habitat for native birds, reptiles, frogs, mammals and macro-invertebrates and provide the opportunity for... an outdoor classroom for students to learn about, and help look after, their very own creek. Planting days will be organised when the plants are available and prior to predicted rain. If you would like to be involved in the planting or can offer your assistance with this project please contact Bronwyn on [email protected]

20.01.2022 Welcome back Nuala to our Open Day! A past student of Silver Tree, her business Cactique is unique, creating various sized hand-made crocheted cacti in ceramic pots. All with their own one of a kind personality and design.

18.01.2022 Did you know that Silver Tree has developed a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP)? Through stories songs and events at Silver Tree, we build respect and an understanding of the strength of indigenous culture.

17.01.2022 Mothers' Day gifts from our Rainbow (Kindy 6) children.

16.01.2022 Children from primary classes helped plant over 1000 trees and shrubs today as part of the $20,000 restoration of Clutterbuck Creek.

16.01.2022 If you are looking for something different to do with your children, these are rather special and the process is quite magical. Wishing our Silver Tree community an extra special break this Easter.

16.01.2022 Walkabout Gems collect, buy, sell, swap and cut quality gems and rocks. Catch them at our Open Day this Sunday.

15.01.2022 Open Day is on today! So many activities, stalls and food available!

14.01.2022 "To spend a pandemic making soft and pretty things may seem silly in certain waysfrivolous or impractical, maybe, and certainly a privilege when my life and livelihood arent (yet) directly at stake....Counting the movements of hooks and needles, row after row, over the hours or days it takes to complete a project, requires patience, focus, and persistence. And these cognitive skillsto say nothing of the proven mental-health benefits of craftingare just the ones needed to weather a disaster thats defined by waiting." https://www.theatlantic.com//crafts-coronavirus-qu/609187/

14.01.2022 Available right here at Silver Tree! Seize the opportunity to book this enlightening experience with course leaders who will bring wisdom and warmth to your Saturdays. Booking details on the link below.

14.01.2022 As part of National Reconciliation Week, the Waalitj Class played a traditional game played by the Walbari children of Central Australia.The game was created to help children remember and identify the surrounding topography.

13.01.2022 It is with such a big smile we welcome back Neeve Blackham-Jennings to our Open Day tomorrow. A past student, Author and Illustrator of several books.

13.01.2022 Wishing our amazing Silver Tree mums a Happy Mothers Day.

12.01.2022 Silver Tree staff have been busy preparing to welcome our children to school tomorrow. We look forward to seeing you!

12.01.2022 Great shooting this afternoon with class 6 This is Banjo, Arron and Thomass target at 10 meters. Great work for only 2nd lesson. So proud of you all for your c...onstant focus and dedication. Keep on aiming See more

11.01.2022 This week, Kindergarten and Playgroup marked this turning point of the year. The Winter Festival is filled with magical qualities and offers an opportunity to declare a wish for our own inner light to shine through the darkness.

11.01.2022 How wonderful to have another past student return to Silver Tree for our Open Day. Bo from Kikker Jewellery designs herself, a range of earrings, bracelets and necklaces. @kikkerjewellery

10.01.2022 Ive missed you all! So Im giving another free talk THIS THURSDAY at 8pm to see you (Melbourne time) on Happy Families! Share with friends if I can support ...and inspire! Stay at home and watch or listen to a free talk (Facebook Live). . Ill cover all things table talk - building your family tribe over the years, strong connections and easy healthy eating tips! So many practical family ideas - invaluable for bonds and health - toddler to teen! . Lou Harvey-Zahra is a teacher (primary, special needs and Rudolf Steiner), popular parenting author with 6 books, including Waldorf bestseller Happy Child, Happy Home and more! She travels the world presenting but with the home-times, she will come to you LIVE via Facebook - she provides many transforming tips! Lous books are available on all online sites and her new book Happy Families, Table Talk from her website - link on this Page See more

07.01.2022 A reminder that the High School Curriculum Journey is on now.A reminder that the High School Curriculum Journey is on now.

07.01.2022 If you or anyone you know is interested in Steiner education in the early childhood years don't miss the information evening being held by Rudolf Steiner College Perth on Thursday. See below for further details.

07.01.2022 At Silver Tree, Early Childhood rooms are filled with happy children engaged in imaginative play. When children use their imagination in play they develop crucial psychological and emotional capacities https://www.telegraph.co.uk//fa/imaginative-play-benefits/

06.01.2022 Join Anna Simpson-Nielsen, Susan Laing and Kate McMurray for a panel discussion about mindful life with children from birth to two years of age. FREE and ALL WELCOME. BUT PLEASE REGISTER! There will be the opportunity to listen, discuss in small groups and ask questions.... Please register via Mindful Family Life to receive the Zoom link. 7.45 - 9pm Wednesday 6th May Anna Simpson- Nielsen of Mount Barker Waldorf School Playgroup Susan Laing of http://www.creativelivingwithchildren.com/ Kate McMurray of Ashton Steiner Playgroup and https://www.facebook.com/kate.mindfulfamilylife/

06.01.2022 When young children are learning new skills, the process has greater importance than the end product. Our well-rounded Early Childhood curriculum offers children exposure to a variety of activities that lay a foundation for future academic learning. The love of learning is cultivated through rich language in creative poems, songs, and stories; brain integrating movement; artistic opportunities; imaginative play; and the joy of trying new activities. https://www.edutopia.org//why-ages-2-7-matter-so-much-brai

05.01.2022 Thanks Archery2u for another archery session at Silver Tree!

04.01.2022 An amazing array of characters turned up to school today to celebrate Indigenous Literacy Day. Funds raised by selling books will provide books and literacy programs to remote communities.

04.01.2022 Early Childhood is NOT School. [This post says hold off the teaching of reading, not the catching of reading. Big difference.] Reading is an important skill..., no argument there. Yet teaching reading BEFORE the brain has finalised its specialist features for processing symbols and code with ease is not a good idea. When a child attempts a set task and fails, he is less likely to revisit the task with curiosity and joy in future, and much more likely to perceive himself as a poor learner. The difference in girls and boys development means that statistically, the children who fail in early literacy instruction are mostly boys. This is not what we want for our boys, it alters their perception of themselves as learners. Research shows that children who succeed in learning are the children who perceive themselves as able learners. Seven is the ideal age to begin formal learning in literacy and numeracy. I know, we in New Zealand start at 5 and many children (mostly boys) end up in the Reading Recovery programme at six. They are recovering from OUR inability to match their biology with our curriculum. It is true that some children learn to read without instruction, just as some children walk earlier than others. That is not the issue here, The issue is reserving the early childhood years for MUCH MORE IMPORTANT skills we humans require for our Wellbeing as a social animal. The easiest time to learn people skills starts at the moment of birth up to seven years. Heres a short list: learning to make friends initiating play for themselves and with others being able to engage and lose themselves in play managing their emotions, growing their self regulation growing skills for dealing with conflict growing their empathy and kindness growing their ability to communicate their needs and wants. Click on the link and scroll on down for my article Getting Ready for School which looks at this in more detail: https://penniebrownlee.weebly.com/articles.html

04.01.2022 Catch Lou Harvey-Zahras talk, covering common issues with staying at home. Tuesday 7th April at 6pm. https://facebook.com/events/s/talk-from-lou-harvey-zahra/990495858031984/?ti=icl

03.01.2022 Vivian Paans, a local artist creating crystal macrame hangers, homemade essential oil blends, crystals, self-care. A beautiful stall featured at our Open Day. @CoreCourageCollective

03.01.2022 At the start of Reconciliation Week, enjoy this video of our Class 5 & 6s sharing the Silver Tree Acknowledgement of Country.

02.01.2022 They are battling policymakers who know nothing about childhood, who ignore the piles of research showing the value of play. How privileged we are at Silver Tree to be free to allow our children the time and space to develop through play.

02.01.2022 MY NEXT ZOOM LIVE TALK - welcome to all! . ‘Fabulous Family Festivals!’ How to bring wonder, magic and strong family connections at Christmas, Advent and Birth...days! . So many practical ideas to create happy children and bring wonder, joy snd connection - a ‘true’ gift! . Tuesday 17th November, 8pm to 9.30pm (Melbourne time) - can’t make this time, book and receive the recording (so anywhere and anytime watching). . Book on www.trybooking.com/BMFAP ($15) . What do you remember from family festivals - create new wonderful traditions with your family now that will be passed on the generations and create childhood memories Parents with children of all ages (toddler to 12!) . Strengthen connections and memories - easy ideas See more

02.01.2022 There will be an assortment of craft activities to try your hand at tomorrow, at our Open Day. Look forward to seeing you there.

01.01.2022 Mothers Day gifts from our Rainbow (Kindy 6) children.

01.01.2022 It is always worth making time to take in the outstanding level of performance by the Perth Waldorf High School students. Class 8 PWS students will be performing Macbeth on the 24th and 25th June.

01.01.2022 For our parents with 11-14 year olds, this workshop will help you understand this time of change. Note the workshop is available to purchase after the event.

01.01.2022 Celebrating Naidoc Week at Silver Tree. Always Was, Always Will Be.