Bright and shiny stones everywhere! The Class 1s went on a wonderfully colourful adventure to the Scratch Patch to collect beautiful precious stones to use as our class counters. We searched in the stream, in the cave and along the stone paths to pick out the best stones to have as our counters. Much fun […]
Tara Taylor studied music, English and psychology at university and has been playing the flute for over 30 years. She has taught the flute and recorder privately as well as hosted song circles and sound journeys. Tara has also worked at Bloublommetjieskloof school camps; Earth Champs Holiday Club and holiday yoga. Tara has been employed […]
This topic touches on many things to do with the basic inner needs of a child – which allows the child to develop a sense of trust in life and in their own capabilities. Many issues will be touched on with regard to parenting (under parenting/over parenting); missing what is essential by focusing on the […]
Pre-School Visit Day on Wednesday 8 August. Caroline’s Kindergarten class will be open to observe the Eurythmy Lesson and quiet time from 9.45 – 10.45am. Pre-School Open Day on Saturday 18 August. Experience a “spring ring” and learn more about the rythym of the day from 9-11am. All internal sibling applications for Toddler Group […]
Class 2s are busy knitting their gnomes. Class 2s wet-on-wet paintings
SCHOOL STRUCTURES AT IMHOFF WALDORF The school operates on a mandate system whereby groups of committed persons are mandated to fulfill certain responsibilities. Parents are encouraged to give of their time, either to these groups or to specific projects that arise from time to time. PRE-SCHOOL AND PRIMARY SCHOOL FACULTIES Pre-School (which comprises of the […]
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead.” – Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela spent 67 years making the world a better place. He was generous in many ways. […]
Teacher Shelby and Class 1 collected food and blankets that went to TEARS for the animals that are in need of homes. Teacher Bonnie and Class 2 collected tin food as well as warm winter blankets for the Haven Night Shelter in Kalk Bay. Teacher Daniel and Class 3 collected breakfast cereal for the little […]
Imhoff relies on parent participation at all levels of the school’s functioning. Your feedback and comments regarding any aspect of the school is welcomed. These guidelines are designed to facilitate effective communication at Imhoff and to help point parents in the right direction – so you know who to talk to and how best to […]
Friendships are an amazing (and sometimes challenging thing!) for children of the ages ten to fifteen to really navigate! This week is friend week at The Parenting Passageway, and we will discover what children ages 10-15 really need to make friendships that thrive! Ten- year -olds really love their friends, and it can be astounding all […]
With our world changing exponentially before us, we must ask: What do children need to learn today in order to succeed in the future? According to the U.S. Department of Labor, 65% of today’s grade school kids will be in jobs that don’t yet exist. How does an education system best teach children to succeed […]
The class seven children were given a new, made up form of poetry which they tried out and then came up with some lovely poems. After this task, some created their own poems as a form of expression. Below are a few poems by some class seven children. Enjoy! STAR by HANA PARKER Shining, stunning […]
Beautiful wet-on-wet paintings in the Class 6 classroom. Coming to the end of a colourful term full of play, joy and creativity in the Kindergarten! The Primary School had a morning filled with music. Teacher Bruce and Classes 2 to […]