In March 2001, the parents came together with the teachers to brainstorm about the way ahead and developed from that weekend together the following guiding principles:
GUIDING PRINCIPALS OF THE WALDORF SCHOOL TRUST
1. We place the needs of each individual child at the centre of a sensitive and dynamic educational approach.
2. Our teaching is inspired by the spiritual understanding of human development, known as Anthroposophy, articulated by the philosopher and educator, Rudolf Steiner.
3. We recognise that the art of education requires teachers to be free to select and adjust the content of their lessons so as to nourish both child and teacher.
Team spirit at the swimming gala.
4. We strive for educational excellence, attaining high academic standards while building confidence and self-esteem, preparing our children to meet life’s challenges as free individuals.
5. We are a self-governing, non-profit institution, independent from Governmental, political and commercial influence.
6. We strive to integrate children and families from different cultural and social backgrounds so that our school community reflects the diversity of Kenyan society.
7. We promote participation, involvement and partnership between parents, teachers, support staff and the wider community.
8. We strive to apply equitable and transparent criteria to determine salaries, fees and contributions, and make the education as accessible as possible to all social groupings.
9. We will operate according to ethically and financially sound business practices, ensuring day to day viability as well as providing for long term development.
10. We will provide appropriate permanent facilities in aesthetic surroundings, creating a nurturing and inspiring physical environment.
We are a community school committed to developing all aspects of the school group, including Adult Education for the ongoing benefit of all children in this region.
