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Education Methods, Educational Toys

What is Waldorf?

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What is Waldorf - Teia Education Switzerland
29
Aug

Waldorf is so often confused with Montessori but it is quite different! Waldorf education is based on the educational philosophies of Rudolf Steiner, an Austrian philosopher, social reformer and the founder of Anthroposophy. The name Waldorf comes from the school Steiner established for the children of employees of the Waldorf-Astoria company in Germany in 1919.  […]

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Education Methods

What is the difference between Montessori and Waldorf education?

Posted on by Sarah Varley
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06
May

What is the difference between Montessori and Waldorf education? This is a question people often ask, perhaps because there are similarities between the two pedagogies. Both are very holistic methods that focus on educating the whole child. Both the Montessori and Waldorf methods of education place great importance on character development and the nurturing of […]

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