Curriculum of the Waldorf schoolsIn the curriculum of the Waldorf schools, much of the education in academic subjects takes place in blocks, usually of 3–5 weeks duration. Each pupil generally writes and illustrates a self-created textbook representing the material learned in the block. These blocks are supported by on-going classes in subjects such as music, art and crafts, and foreign languages that continue throughout the year.
Rudolf SteinerAustrian esotericist (1861–1925)Rudolf Joseph Lorenz Steiner (German:; 27 or 25 February 1861 – 30 March 1925) was an Austrian New Age guru, philosopher, occultist, social reformer, architect, esotericist, and claimed clairvoyant and speaker with the dead. Steiner gained initial recognition at the end of the nineteenth century as a literary critic and published works including The Philosophy of Freedom.AnthroposophySpiritual and pseudoscientific philosophyAnthroposophy is a spiritualnew religious movement that was founded in the early 20th century by the esotericistRudolf Steiner that postulates the existence of an objective, intellectually comprehensible spiritual world, accessible to human experience. Followers of anthroposophy aim to engage in spiritual discovery through a mode of thought independent of sensory experience.
Charter schoolA charter school is a type of publicly-funded school that receives government funding but operates independently of the established state schoolsystem in which it is located. It is independent in the sense that it operates according to the basic principle of autonomy for accountability, that it is freed from the rules but accountable for results. NatureCharter schools are publicly-funded schools that operate independently from their local district.
Academy (English school)In England, an academy (or academy school) is a state-funded school which is directly funded by the Department for Education and independent of local authority control. The terms of the arrangements are set out in individual Academy Funding Agreements. 80% of secondary schools, 40% of primary schools and 44% of special schools are academies as of October 2023.
HomeschoolingHomeschooling or home schooling (British English), also known as home education or elective home education (British English), is the education of school-aged children in places other than a traditional school. Homeschooling is usually conducted by a parent, tutor, or online teacher.Holistic educationHolistic education is an educational philosophy that aims to develop the whole person: intellectually, emotionally, socially, physically, creatively, and spiritually. It is sometimes described in academic literature as holistic learning theory. The philosophy holds that learners find identity, meaning, and purpose through connections with their community, the natural world, and values such as compassion and peace.
State schoolA state school, public school, or government school is a primary or secondary school funded in whole or in part by taxation and operated by the government of the state. State-funded schools are global with each country showcasing distinct structures and curricula. Government-funded education spans from primary to secondary levels, covering ages 4 to 18. Alternatives to this system include homeschooling, private schools, charter schools, and other educational options.
StuttgartStuttgart (; German: [ˈʃtʊtɡaʁt] ; Swabian: Schduagert [ˈʃd̥ua̯ɡ̊ɛʕd̥]; Alemannic: Stuttgart; names in other languages) is the capital and largest city of the German state of Baden-Württemberg. It is located on the Neckar river in a fertile valley known as the Stuttgarter Kessel (Stuttgart Cauldron) and lies an hour from the Swabian Jura and the Black Forest.
Tertiary educationTertiary education is a stage of education following compulsory education. Depending on the definition used it may include all post-compulsory education, including that delivered at secondary schools, all post-secondary education, or be a synonym for higher education. Historically, it has covered education between the end of compulsory schooling and the start of higher education (then referred to as post-tertiary education).Special educationSpecial education, also called SPED, special ed, aided education, alternative provision, exceptional student education, or special day class (SDC), is the practice of educating students in a way that accommodates their individual differences, disabilities, and special needs. This involves the individually planned and systematically monitored arrangement of teaching procedures, adapted equipment and materials, and accessible settings.
Standardized testA standardized test is a test that is administered and scored in a consistent or standard manner. Standardized tests are designed in such a way that the questions and interpretations are consistent and are administered and scored in a predetermined, standard manner. A standardized test is administered and scored uniformly for all test takers.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.