At Ballarat Steiner Kindergarten, children flourish in a warm and nurturing nurturing, homelike environment that gently supports social development and readiness for group learning. The children participate in a play-centred curriculum with a strong emphasis on rhythm.

We celebrate the seasons through stories, songs, and festivals, fostering a deep connection to nature. Daily activities include baking, gardening and tidying—hands-on experiences that encourage learning through play and imitation.

Creative play is inspired by natural materials like handmade toys, stones, shells, and silks, which nurture imagination and lay the foundation for creative thinking. A typical week includes storytelling, music, movement, painting, drawing, and seasonal crafts.

Children learn by doing, supported by a rhythm that balances practical, artistic, and outdoor experiences—helping them engage with life’s patterns in a healthy, joyful way.

Entry Requirements:

• Children entering first year of kindergarten will be turning four during the year that they attend

• Children entering second year of kindergarten will be turning five the year that they attend