A letter from our Armenian colleagues from the Aregnazan Waldorf School
Dear Sarah Stokes, dear staff,
We are writing to convey our sincere gratitude for the invaluable opportunity to visit Michael Hall Waldorf School from April 29th to April 30th.
During our visit, we had the privilege of observing various lessons across different classes, allowing us to appreciate and compare cultural differences, educational systems, and the application of the Waldorf Method in British schools. Spending three days at the St. Michael Steiner School in London enriched our experience further.
As the first and only Waldorf school in Armenia, Aregnazan School is committed to providing holistic education to approximately 700 students, complementing the compulsory state curriculum with activities and disciplines that foster their comprehensive development.
While our faculty has benefited from professional development seminars in Kassel and Altenberg, Germany, this was our inaugural opportunity to observe lessons in an English school, known as the birthplace of the English Language. We are deeply grateful for your support of this initiative.
Throughout our history, Aregnazan School has maintained close ties with Waldorf Schools in Germany, Italy, Georgia, Norway, and Russia. We are optimistic that our visit to Michael Hall will pave the way for enhanced collaboration, cultural exchange, and shared learning experiences between our institutions.
In a world where education is paramount to addressing contemporary challenges, we are committed to leveraging our collective efforts to effect positive change. We believe that Waldorf Schools, with their holistic approach, are uniquely positioned to fulfill this mission.
Once again, we extend our heartfelt thanks for the opportunity and encouragement extended to us.
Warm regards,
Zarine and Ani
Aregnazan Waldorf School in Armenia
