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or over 40 years, Sunrise Waldorf School has drawn families from British Columbia, throughout Canada, and around the world, who are looking for a wholistic lifestyle and education for their children. Our beautiful seven acre campus, located in Cowichan Station, allows for endless opportunities for learning and living in harmony with nature. Early Childhood Education at Sunrise school begins at ages 3 - 5 in the preschool and ages 5 - 6 in the Kindergartens. These classrooms are known for their warm and nurturing environment. Soft colours and natural materials encourage creative play, and a reliable rhythm of activities each day, offer abundant time to play with joy and confidence. The immense care and expertise of our teachers give the children a strong sense of belonging and safety. Sunrise Waldorf School Early Childhood students spend a great deal of time each day outside, in rain or shine, and in open ended imaginative play. Foundations for grade school learning are developed
care. All subjects are taught in combination with movement, art, and meaning for the child. This translates into enthusiastic and engaged students who love to learn, and who are reassured in knowing themselves. In the grade school, observational, problem solving, creative and critical thinking skills are developed and nurtured through a curriculum designed to meet the student where they are at developmentally.
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with activities that focus on listening to language, clear speech, fine motor skills, eye hand coordination, and deep imaginative play. It is through play and movement, that our youngest students receive the foundations needed for grade school readiness and a love of learning.
The elementary and middle school at Sunrise is a place of academic excellence, coupled with a strong special subject program which includes, physical and health education, woodworking, music and string instruments, handwork, and French as a second language. A Waldorf education is one that meets the whole human being, and is imbued with beauty, and
Festivals and seasons are marked throughout the year offering a sense of belonging, and reverence for our natural surroundings. These yearly traditions are also a way that our community comes together to celebrate and share with common values and connection. Sunrise Waldorf School is a place of learning and growth for the whole family. Our teachers are passionate and committed to their role in raising future citizens. Through Waldorf Education philosophies and curriculum, our faculty members bring wonder and depth to the classroom. They inspire our students and build in them a sense of curiosity about the people and world around them. To learn more about our school and Waldorf Education, or to schedule a visit to our campus, please contact admissions@ sunrisewaldorfschool.org. We look forward to meeting you and to welcoming you to our school and community. www.sunrisewaldorfschool.org
THE GLENORA STORE & CAFE IS A LOCAL CORNERSTORE WITH A TWIST! Stocked with basic groceries and produce. The cafe offers fresh baked goods, hot lunch specials, drinks, and snacks. We also sell hand-woven products, beeswax candles, and prepared herbs from Glenora Farm Outdoor heated seating 5090 Indian Road (corner of Glenora Rd & Indian Rd)
250-746-5313 I www.glenorafarm.org
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