As Term 4 draws to a close, amidst the flurry of deadlines and activity, we are gifted a moment to pause and reflect. The end of the school year invites us to look back on the journey of growth: of our children, our young people, and our community, over these past twelve months.

In these final weeks, our school has been alive with Class Plays, musical performances, Welcome Meetings for 2026, and many other celebrations that speak to the richness of Steiner education. Each event is a reminder of the deep, holistic learning experience that unfolds here, not only for the students but for all of us as teachers, staff, and families. Whether we are sharing stories of completed work, witnessing the creativity and confidence of a performance, or simply pausing to appreciate the beauty of this community, we are reminded how fortunate we are to walk this path together.

As one Year 8 parent put it this week:

"I’m still enjoying the warmth, fun and celebration of all the performances last night at Year 8’s Shakespeare Festival.  I am so heartened and moved by how events such as these give all the children the opportunity to bring their creativity, fun, quirkiness and gifts to each other, to their teachers and to their families.  It is certainly a highlight of the year and added up to what I’ve witnessed throughout the course of these children’s lives at Glenaeon. It is always a huge celebration of development, unfolding and one can marvel at who these you people are becoming as a result of their educational experience at Glenaeon."

Creating a Vibrant School Culture

Thank you to those who were able to join last week’s Parent Education evening, Supporting Students to Flourish: Strengthening Student Culture Together. At the session, we shared how Glenaeon staff and students are working together to enrich the school experience for every child. We outlined our progress and next steps in shaping expectations and approaches to student behaviour, ensuring they reflect our values and foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive learning environment. This important work includes plans for the development of school-wide principles of practice, with clear approaches tailored for both Primary and High School.  Even at this busy time of year, the conversations we shared and the feedback we received were thoughtful and constructive. For families who were not able to attend, we would like to offer a brief summary of the work underway and the direction we are taking together. Click here to read more. The slides from the session are available here.

Diana Drummond
Head of School