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Parent & Carer Engagement
At The Alice Springs Steiner School, we view parents and carers as vital partners in their child’s education. We encourage families to take an active interest in their child’s learning—at school, at home, and in the wider community—helping to strengthen the connection between home life and the classroom.
Research shows that parent engagement greatly supports student success, from early literacy and school adjustment to motivation, social skills, and wellbeing. By showing interest in what children are learning and by valuing education, parents can profoundly influence their child’s growth. At TASSS, there are many opportunities to be involved: attending Parent/Teacher evenings, volunteering, joining the school council, and participating in talks, workshops, and community events such as seasonal festivals, concerts, plays, and bush dances.
Choosing our school means joining a community where education is a shared journey. Families who engage in this partnership help create a nurturing environment that fosters cooperation, responsibility, and a love of learning.
Craft Group
Parents at The Alice Springs Steiner School run a Craft Group that meet weekly during the school term. Materials are supplied for you to make wonderful works of Steiner-inspired art for sale at our Autumn Fair. And no need to worry if you can't sew – there are always plenty of helpers to support you and teach you the tricks that make the craft come together.
We’ve got lots of projects to work on – there is no nicer way to make new friends in our community. If you want to do your craft time at home, please get in touch with us. We particularly love to hear from woodworkers, as there appears to be an insatiable demand for handmade wooden Steiner toys! Please email office@alicesteiner.nt.edu.au to join.
School Working Bees
Our school community takes on some of the maintenance of the school. A lot of this happens at our regular Class Working Bees. Usually, parents come for several hours to use their muscles and enjoy a hot/cold drink and cakes. The results are remarkable and the improvements to the aesthetic nature of buildings and our beautiful grounds are a testimony to the value of working bees to the school. And, more importantly for many, they are energising and feel a sense of community by joining in.
Farm Garden Group
The school boasts a magnificent Farm Garden that is full of vegetables and provides produce all year round for our Produce Stall during the school term. All of our produce is grown bio-dynamically grown.
Parents and families are invited to join our Farm Group events run by the school’s Garden Coordinator throughout the year. Informal and friendly, they’re open to all who can drop in (children welcome). Farm Garden Group is a great way to get to know new or different parents, and get out in the fresh air for some team-building fun. We also offer workshops in the garden at various times throughout the year. If you would like to join our Farm Garden group please email gardener2@alicesteiner.nt.edu.au
