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Glenaeon Values, Vision and Mission

At Glenaeon, our Values, Vision and Mission are lived as a daily expression of what it means to educate the whole human being.

Guided by Rudolf Steiner's understanding of child development, Glenaeon nurtures each student’s intellectual, emotional, physical and spiritual growth with equal care.

Shaping each day

Glenaeon is an independent Steiner school offering a rich, holistic education from Preschool through Year 12. Our curriculum meets NSW syllabus requirements while deepening and enriching every learning experience.

Grounded in the educational philosophy of Rudolf Steiner, our approach nurtures creative thinking, a sense of purpose, and a lifelong love of learning. We connect students to the wisdom of the past, the realities of the present, and the possibilities of the future.

Learning at Glenaeon happens in a truly unique environment, where natural beauty and thoughtful architecture come together within a vibrant, connected community of people, place, and purpose.

Mission

We provide a holistic and rigorous education that inspires imagination, creativity and the growth of good character within a deeply connected community

Vision

"Our highest endeavour is to develop young men and women who out of themselves are able to impart meaning and direction to their own lives”.

Dr Rudolf Steiner

Values

Integrity, Wisdom, Courage, Heart

Values Driven Behaviours

Shaping our actions and words each day.

Glenaeon’s core values shape the culture of our school. Staff and students support the active building of the daily school experience through their actions and words.

Integrity

We do what we say and we take responsibility.

Wisdom

We arrive at decisions through deep learning and conscious thought

Courage

We commit to brave actions in the face of discomfort and challenge

Heart

We act from awareness with compassion and kindness

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About Us

Welcome from Head of School

A personal welcome from Diana Drummond, reflecting a vision of education rich in meaning and purpose.

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Steiner Education

Steiner education is a holistic, child centred approach to learning that seeks to educate the whole human being.

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Heritage

A fascinating story of pioneering spirit human endeavour

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Campus Locations

Gleneaon is located at three different locations on the lower north shore of Sydney.

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Careers with Glenaeon

Seeking a career with purpose? Join a school where teaching is an art and every staff member belongs to a greater story.

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Strategic Plan 2024-2027

See where we’re heading - our roadmap for the next chapter in nurturing thoughtful, capable and courageous young people.

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Key School Policies

Glenaeon has developed policies on a range of subjects of relevance to parents and students.

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Communications and Publications

Explore reflections and insights from our community - newsletters, reports and stories that narrate and celebrate the rhythm of life at Glenaeon.

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Board of Directors & Executive Team

Meet the dedicated leaders who guide Glenaeon's vision, uphold our values, and take ultimate responsibility for our school's direction and wellbeing.

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a School Like No Other

The best way to understand Glenaeon is to feel it — the calm, the colour, the creativity in motion. Come walk the grounds, meet our teachers, and see how learning comes to life in a deeply human, gently guided way.

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