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Early childhood education centres: Rudolf Steiner Kindergarten, Dunedin

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Early childhood education centres: Rudolf Steiner Kindergarten, Dunedin

The Dunedin Rudolf Steiner Kindergarten is part of the city's Steiner school, which opened in 1984. The kindergarten runs morning and afternoon sessions and children attend until they are six. Development of skills through play rather than formal learning is emphasised.

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Kerryn Pollock, Early childhood education and care – New developments, 1970s to 2000s, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/en/photograph/32097/early-childhood-education-centres-rudolf-steiner-kindergarten-dunedin (accessed 4 June 2026).

Story by Kerryn Pollock, published 23 March 2012.