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About
the College

Welcome to Sydney Rudolf Steiner College (formerly Parsifal College). We are a Sydney based adult education college offering courses inspired by the work of Rudolf Steiner.

Rudolf Steiner (1861–1925), one of the most influential reformers of the 20th century,inspires contemporary artists, entrepreneurs and scientists throughout the world. He stood for a holistic understanding of the human being and the earth, foundedWaldorf/Steiner schools and was the pioneer of biodynamic agriculture. His innovations shape our current cultural and everyday life in a variety of ways, whether this comes to expression in a different approach to nature and technology, medicine and cosmetics or in room and colour compositions.

Steiner’s architectural masterpiece is the Goetheanum in Switzerland. From there Anthroposophy,developed and elaborated by him, spread. It brings humans and the cosmos into close connection, and proceeds from the self-evident existence of a spiritual world. Steiner communicated his thoughts, challenging us to rethink, in over 5,000 lectures and in numerous books, that are today contained in more than 300 volumes.

More than a thousand Waldorf/Steiner schools and several hundred social-therapy centres worldwide, as well as banks, clinics and agricultural enterprises, are to be found on all continents. They attest to the lasting effect and expansion of Steiner’s ideas right into our present time. With the turn of the 21st century, Rudolf Steiner’s future-oriented impulses towards ecological responsibility, the relationship between work and money, and the prevention of health and social problems which are ever present concerns.

Courses at Sydney Rudolf Steiner College include the accredited teacher training in Rudolf Steiner (Waldorf) education, and non accredited courses in early childhood education, biodynamic gardening, visual and performing arts, individual development and Steiner teacher training by distance.

Our courses are creative, practical and inspiring. There are full and part time options and study for teacher training by distance is now available. We are flexible and aim to design a timetable to suit your needs.

Where are we?

The college is located within the central CBD district of Sydney, easily accessible from either bus, car or train.

	Sydney Rudolf Steiner College 307 Sussex Street, Sydney 2000 NSW, Australia

 

The Environment:

Sydney Rudolf Steiner College campus is located at Rudolf Steiner House, 307 Sussex Street Sydney which is within the Central Business District of the city. Steiner House is in close proximity to all the facilities you would come to expect of a vibrant city like Sydney. We are within five minutes of the Darling Harbour Complex which has excellent harbour-side facilities. There are wonderful gardens, a large selection of restaurants and bars, a cinema, an aquarium and other exciting entertainment options. The harbour is world renowned and there are many ways of exploring its beauty. Sydney Rudolf Steiner College is also close to China Town which has great eateries and good shopping facilities. From the College it is an easy walk to the city centre which is home to excellent art galleries and museums as well as a variety of beautiful parks, architectural masterpieces and many historical features.

The College itself has rooms for painting, sculpture and tutorials. There is an extensive library, kitchen and dining area. See http://sydneyrudolfsteinercollege.info/gallery for images. 

Accommodation and Transport: 

Accommodation can be an issue close to the city centre but is more reasonably priced in the suburbs which are easily accessed by public transport.  Often students coming to Sydney to study with Sydney Rudolf Steiner College cooperate in share accommodation arrangements.

Public  transport to Sydney Rudolf Steiner College is excellent. The closest railway station is Town Hall, two blocks away. Numerous private and public buses service the city centre usually ending up at Queen Victoria Building five minutes from Sydney Rudolf Steiner College. 

For more information see: http://cityrail.nsw.gov.au 

Full time students are eligible for a travel concession on public transport. 

Student Assistance:  

Sydney Rudolf Steiner College can offer assistance in obtaining information about accommodation, travel and the needs of everyday life. Students who would like assistance or require pick-up from the airport are asked to contact Sydney Rudolf Steiner College at least four weeks before arrival. NB: Sydney Rudolf Steiner College is unable to accept overseas students into its courses. Applicants from overseas are advised to contact  the Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Seminar for enrolment into the Diploma of Anthroposophical Studies or the Advanced Diploma in Rudolf Steiner Education. 

 Email: office@Steinerseminar.com 

Click here for Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Seminar Website.    

Strategic Partners of Sydney Rudolf Steiner College:

Sydney Rudolf Steiner College works in conjunction with the Steiner Training Seminar at Glenaeon in Middle Cove, Sydney and with the Melbourne Rudolf Steiner Seminar LTD., Melbourne.