Lorien Novalis School

Lorien Novalis School opened on Monday, September 13, 1971, at Pymble with eight children. By the end of the first term the school had grown to 30 students and relocated to a large house in Normanhurst.

During 1972 five hectares of native bushland with its own orchard (a reminder of past rural days) was found in Dural and the school officially opened its doors there for Term 1, 1973. The road we are situated on is an ancient pathway that has significance to our cultural heritage since Settlement, and to that of the traditional inhabitants of the lands as it is the path to the river Muru Durubbin.

With a combination of helpful benefactors, dedicated hard work by parents, teachers, friends and government grants, Lorien Novalis has grown to a large complex of buildings housing a vital, creative education community providing Playgroup, Preschool, Kindergarten, Primary and High School education up to Year 12, as well as Teacher Development and Parent Education. Lorien Novalis School is a Rudolf Steiner School in the Hills District, north west of Sydney, Australia.

Lorien Novalis encompasses 16 acres in a beautiful bushland setting. The outdoor space has many natural elements, including biodynamic gardens, fruit trees, hens and beehives. We believe that harmonious and stimulating surrounds nurture the health and wellbeing of our children and educators, connecting them to the reverence and awe of the natural environment. Lorien Novalis’ indoor and outdoor learning spaces encourage collaboration, communication and exploration. We place value on the natural environment and the beauty and creativity that it inspires.