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Milkwood Steiner School is a non-denominational, independent school offering a primary level education from Kindergarten to Class 6 based upon the educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner. Our school delivers a nationally accredited Steiner Curriculum, an alternative to the Australian and Northern Territory Curriculum Framework. Our school is a fully accredited and registered educational institution and is a proud member of Steiner Education Australia and AISNT. We acknowledge the traditional owners of this land, the Larrakia people, who share with us the land they have cared for and handed down for many thousands of years. Upon this land, we built a school blessed with community, culture, story, and song. The ethos of Milkwood Steiner School is the strength of the school. It reflects the curriculum and delivery of education within the school. The virtues of love, reverence, and selflessness bring wisdom to work and grow together. The ethos of Milkwood encompasses the following: The principles of Anthroposophy. Community development. Respect for all Best practice schooling The consensus within decision-making processes Collaboration Fairness and due process The Member Code of Conduct requires that all MSSA members must agree to abide by the following in the course of their engagement with the association. Behave honestly and with integrity Act with care and diligence Treat everyone with respect and courtesy, and without harassment Comply with all Australian laws Maintain appropriate confidentiality about Milkwood Steiner School’s business Disclose and take reasonable steps to avoid any conflict of interest (real or apparent) in connection with their engagement Use the school’s resources in an appropriate and proper manner At all times, behave in a way that upholds the values, integrity, and good reputation of Milkwood Steiner School. Since 1996, Steiner-inspired playgroups for young children and families have operated in Darwin and Litchfield. The response to playgroups was robust, with over 40 families participating in 1999, several playgroup families formed and incorporated the Darwin Steiner Association (DSA) to enable Steiner Kindergarten and school development. The DSA grew into a diverse, enterprising, and highly motivated group of around 60 members. The primary focus of the DSA was the development of Milkwood Steiner School. The DSA published regular newsletters, created a library, supported craft and study groups (Waldorf Learning Group), held public and private seminars, fundraising events, founded the Milkwood Nightcliff market stall, and supported seasonal and cultural festivals as well as Steiner-inspired playgroups. Before the school opening, the DSA changed its name to MSSA. Some of the initiatives continue, but several activities are not part of the school calendar or MSSA activity, including some playgroups and seasonal festivals. View full school