At this school, the Year-Long Project replaces traditional exams on the path to qualification for university entrance. Instead of cramming, students dedicate an entire year alongside their regular studies to a self-chosen topic.

In early 2025, for example, William from Vg2 presented his topic: Languages. Over the following year, he had time for research, structuring his content, and preparing his presentation. The result? A well-rounded, in-depth project—free from exam stress, yet a remarkable achievement.

🎓 By early 2026, the moment arrived: In the first week of March, the Årsoppgave presentations took place. How do thoughts become language? How do intonation and gestures shape meaning? How are the world’s languages interconnected? William took us on a fascinating journey through his topic.

“This work was completed independently and without assistance,” he officially declared at the end of his talk. Special thanks went, among others, to Louis, his loyal dog, who kept him company throughout the process.

A place where learning is driven by passion, not pressure.

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Yesterday was the summer solstice—the time when nature is in full bloom and the bees are at their busiest. But what exactly happens inside and around the beehive during this season?

In our region, clover, lupins, elderflower, and wild meadow flowers are currently in bloom—a veritable feast for the bees! Raspberry blossoms and wild herbs like dandelions, daisies, and cornflowers are also particularly popular.
The bees are busy collecting nectar and pollen to build up their winter reserves. At the same time, they’re diligently raising new worker bees—this is when the hive is at its most active!

🐝 Our Summer Beehive Checklist

- Swarm control: This is still the time when bees may swarm. We need to regularly check for swarm cells.
- Prepare for honey harvest: The first early-summer honeys (e.g., from clover or lupins) can soon be harvested.
- Secure water supply: In dry periods, bees need access to clean water—a shallow dish with pebbles can help!

Even during the school holidays, our school beehive is well cared for: Members of the beekeeping group take turns visiting and tending to the hives. This way, the bees can continue their work undisturbed—and we’ll return after the holidays to a healthy, thriving colony!

In nature’s classroom: Our beehives surrounded by greenery

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The school year is over, but the fun at SFO continues! Even during the holidays, the children have a great time together.

Outside, they climb, dig, and they play in the little brook. The SFO gives the children space to try things out. They whittle in the grill hut, climb in the tree, or simply lie in the sun and dream. Today, a little camp was built under the treehouse – a place for adventure and imagination. They observed small caterpillars in the flowers, which will soon be pretty butterflies.

Under the shady canopy, they don’t just enjoy fruit and packed lunches together, but also share stories, laugh, they rest and relax. The sometimes quite curious seagulls don't see the food there.

The Giant Sandpit…
Every day, something new emerges here – today, for example, a complete airport, built with sand, crates, greenery, and plenty of imagination

Takeoff in the sandpit: Our airport is ready for adventure!

#Holidays #School #Summer #Fun #Outdoor #Play #Education #Childhood #Carving #Utskjæring #SFO #Ferie #Lek #Sommer #Stavanger #UteLek #Skole #Barn #Klatring

At the start of the school year, the graduating pupils welcome the little second-graders with flowers—a warm embrace in their new environment.
By the end of the year, those same little ones bid farewell to the VG3 graduates, crowning their heads with flower wreaths. A beautiful circle of life, symbolizing renewal and growth.

This week, the entire school celebrated not just the end of the school year, but also the graduation of the 10th grade and VG3. Every class contributed to the festive atmosphere with music, dances, or poems.
When it came time to say goodbye to the VG3, Sandra, their class teacher, gave a heartfelt speech. She presented the graduates with not only a small case of practical supplies, but also fond memories and kind thoughts for the future.

🍀 We wish you a path filled with opportunities, inspiring moments, and the strength to realize your dreams.🍀

Good luck to you!

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Our blacksmithing teacher was presented with a fascinating piece of craftsmanship: a hand-forged door lock over 100 years old. One of its components is broken, and the question is whether it can be reforged by hand. The small spirals in the image are initial attempts to recreate the missing part—a testament to the precision and patience required to match the original smith’s work.

The lock features a "latch" mechanism, specifically the "latch spring" needs repair (the spring that holds the latch in place). This handcrafted, bent metal part often breaks in antique locks due to wear or rust. Since it’s a one-of-a-kind piece, replicating it is a true challenge, even for skilled blacksmiths.

This Is Special:
• Craftsmanship: Such locks were individually forged over a century ago—each piece is unique.
• Tradition: Repairing it requires not just technical skill but also a deep understanding of historical blacksmithing techniques. In the Middle Ages, blacksmiths were renowned for their intricately forged locks, which symbolized both security and masterful craftsmanship.
• A Piece Worth Examining: Whether or not the repair succeeds, this lock is a remarkable example of artistry that invites us to appreciate the skill of the past.

In both 10th grade and VG classes, students not only learn the craft of blacksmithing but also explore its rich history, understanding how techniques and designs have evolved over centuries.

A 100-year-old hand-forged lock — a piece of history worth preserving.

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During this semester’s three-week math block, 9th-grade pupils have been diving deep into functions and systems of equations.
As part of their learning, they created their own math books—a method to explain concepts in their own words, illustrate them with graphs, and reinforce their understanding with practice exercises.

🔍 Practical Example: Comparing Phone Plans

To show the real-world value of functions and systems of equations, the pupils worked on various tasks, such as comparing phone plans with different base fees and per-minute charges. They solved these systems both algebraically and graphically in a coordinate system.
The Self-Made Math Book:
- Theory in their own words: Each pupil wrote personal explanations of functions and systems of equations.
- Drawings and graphs: Every topic is illustrated with hand-drawn diagrams.
- Practice exercises: The pupils actively applied what they learned.

Handmade and full of ideas: 9th grade creates their own math book

#Math #Creativity #School #Education #Teaching #Matematikk #Kreativitet #Skole #Skoleliv #Stavanger

This week, our students from grades 8–10 and VGS visited the "Didaktisk Digitalt Verksted" at the University of Stavanger in staggered groups — a hands-on tech lab where they got to try out modern tools themselves.

They experienced cutting-edge technologies firsthand, including:

- MatataLab, where they programmed robots to solve tricky challenges.
- Sphero Indi, which they navigated through obstacle courses.
- Bee-Bot, perfect for first coding experiences.
- VR headsets, which let them explore virtual worlds—from ancient cities to underwater landscapes.

One student even printed a dinosaur on a 3D printer and got to take it home!
An unforgettable day full of hands-on experiences and tech adventures!

The DDV is part of the European Future Classroom Lab network.
Learn more about DDV at UiS: Didaktisk Digitalt Verksted

Photo: University of Stavanger used with permission

#AlternativeEducation #ChildCenteredLearning #School #InnovativeTeaching #HolisticEducation #CodingInSchool#DigitalLæring #RobotikkForBarn #KodingPåSkolen #Stavanger #UiS #InnovativUndervisning #Skole #AlternativUtdanning

As the school year draws to a close and school reports are being written, we still found time for action, teamwork, and pure joy on the court!
Over the past three days, a basketball tournament took place, organized by our dedicated sports teacher, Zaneta, who trained each class with passion and commitment.

Tournament Schedule:

Wednesday:
- 6th Grade vs. 7th Grade
- 9th Grade vs. 10th Grade
- 6th Grade vs. 8th Grade
Thursday:
- 9th Grade vs. Upper Secondary (Videregående)
- 7th Grade vs. 8th Grade
- 10th Grade vs. Upper Secondary
Today (Finals):
- 7th Grade Girls vs. Upper Secondary Girls → Victory for the 7th Grade! 🏆
- 10th Grade Boys vs. 7th Grade Boys → Victory for the 10th Grade! 🏆

Highlights:

Fair play and team spirit were at the heart of the tournament—every class competed with determination and respect.
Special congratulations to the 7th Grade Girls and the 10th Grade Boys for their well-deserved wins!
A huge thank you to Zaneta for organizing and coaching—this tournament wouldn’t have been possible without her!

A wonderful event at the end of the school year! Even a curious cat joined the fun, sprinting across the basketball court to steal a little bit of the spotlight—and some cuddles from the audience!

Even the weather couldn’t dampen the energy of our 10th vs. 7th grade boys’ final!

#BasketballTournament #SchoolSports #Teamwork #FairPlay #Teaching #School #Sportsmanship #SchoolCommunity #YouthBasketball #Education #Basketballturnering #Skole #Stavanger #Skoleavslutning #Idrett #Skolefellesskap #Ungdomsbasket

For the past three weeks, 4th-grade pupils have been focusing on buildings!
Among other things a bridge was constructed using diagonally arranged branches as supports, forming triangles—this makes it stable and strong enough to hold weight!
With sturdy branches, the pupils built a solid bridge over the stream.

What did they do?

• Sketching and planning: Together with their teacher, the pupils drew plans and took notes to design the bridge.
• Gathering materials: Outside, they selected and cut sturdy branches.
• Building the bridge: The bridge was built over the stream in the schoolyard. A key feature of such simple constructions is that diagonal supports make them stable—this helps distribute the weight better, so the bridge can hold more.

What the pupils learned:

• Craftsmanship and planning: They learned how to build simple yet stable structures.
• Teamwork: In groups, they planned, discussed, and built together.
• Experiencing nature: Working outdoors and using natural materials made the lesson hands-on and engaging.

Planning the bridge – triangles for stability!

#HandsOnLearning s #Bridge #Building #Education #School #Engineering #Teaching #LearningByDoing #PraktiskLæring #Bygge #Bro #Uteskole #Skole #Stavanger #Pædagogikk #KreativLæring #Utdanning

This week, the 7th grade pupils completed their geography block about Scandinavia.
The focus was on landscapes, climate zones, and the cultural geography of the region—from cities like Stockholm, Copenhagen, or Oslo—to natural phenomena such as glaciers, rivers, and coastal formations.

In class, the topics were explored theoretically, practically and artistically:
The pupils wrote their own texts, drew maps, learned to use an atlas, and deepened their knowledge of cardinal directions and the compass rose. This created a deep understanding of the region they live in.

The three-week blocks take up the first two lessons of each school day. This enables a deep focus on a single topic. The theoretical knowledge is internalized through self-written texts, practical applications, and personal drawings. This focused approach fosters independence, sustainable learning, and creativity.

A blend of geography, creativity, and hands-on learning

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In the last weeks, the 10th-grade pupils have been working on an intensive course in art history.
During their daily two-hour lessons, the teacher guided them through the epochs from the Stone Age to the Renaissance. Based on the lessons, the pupils created their own textbooks with personal texts, drawings, and notes – a valuable activity to internalize the content.

As a finishing activity, the course included practical projects:
The pupils applied what they had learned in their own works, using methods ranging from classical techniques to digital tools.
The choice of materials and techniques was as diverse as the epochs themselves:
The following exhibition featured interpretations from all eras of art history, made from clay works, drawings, embroidery, collages, Lego constructions, and digital Minecraft creations.
To give an impression of artworks and exhibition pieces from the 10th grade, they have been published in the album 2026_10_kunsthistorie.

Why this approach?
The theoretical lessons in the daily morning hours establish a solid knowledge base. The practical implementation allows pupils to actively apply and creatively deepen what they have learned – a valuable addition that connects theory and practice. Each course concludes with a test on the topic. The assessment includes the test, the self-created textbook, and the project work.

Replica of a historical artwork by Didrik (10th grade)
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#ArtHistory #HandsOnLearning #CreativeEducation #ProjectBasedLearning #ArtInSchool
#StudentProjects #Skole #Kunsthistorie #Skoleprosjekt #Læringsglede #KreativUtdanning #PraktiskArbeid #Ungdomstrinn #Stavanger

The 10th-grade students have completed this year’s blacksmithing projects in their crafting lessons.
The results —bottle openers and wall hooks/coat hooks— are hand-forged with great care. These are typical beginner projects, as they help develop fundamental techniques such as bending, hammering, and shaping. Each piece is a unique result of working with fire, anvil, and hammer.

Blacksmithing is a key part of practical learning in the 10th grade.
It’s not just about craftsmanship, but also about:

- Physical experience:
Students learn to shape materials through strength and precision.
- Creativity and problem-solving:
Every project requires planning, patience, and the courage to handle unexpected situations.
- Connecting theory and practice:
Blacksmithing fosters an understanding and sense for materials and processes — a valuable complement to theoretical lessons.

The School Forge
The forge at Stavanger Steiner School is a modern, professionally equipped workplace that enables safe and precise work. Here, students not only learn to forge but also develop teamwork, responsibility, and appreciation for traditional craftsmanship.

"Good luck! Deep the ore may rest,
yet the forge brings out its best.
What the earth conceals,
fire and hand reveal."

Wall hook and bottle opener – hand-forged by Emmy from the 10th grade

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In 2nd grade, the first official school year is marked by curiosity, fairy tales, and creative learning.
The pupils experience a time when everything is new—and that’s what makes this period so special.

Fairy Tales as a Foundation

The class works intensively with fairy tales and archetypal stories. These are not just told but also artistically processed through drawings, paintings, and discussions. Even letters and numbers are introduced through stories—children create their own workbooks, a method that stays with them all the way to upper secondary school.

Handicrafts with Natural Materials: Owl Figures from Wool and Twigs

The children have:
- Knitted owls from wool.
- Used twigs as perches or hangers.
- Practiced creativity and fine motor skills by shaping the owls individually.

Such projects promote a connection to nature, craftsmanship, and community. The children create something with their own hands and are proud of their results. Creative learning supports their inner growth.

As the school year comes to an end, the children look ahead to 3rd grade, where stories gradually become more reality-based and teaching evolves in a more academic direction—yet still with creativity and joy at its heart.

Handmade owl decorations from the 2nd grade: Creativity with wool, twigs, and joy!

#Handmade #CraftsForKids #CreativeLearning #NatureCrafts #ClassroomArt #WoolCraft #KidsCreativity #SchoolProjects #Håndverk #Barnehåndverk #KreativLæring #NaturMaterialer #Skole #2Klasse #GledeILæring #Stavanger

This week, our pupils in the beekeeping group were busy:
Under their teacher’s guidance, they melted wax sheets onto new frames to prepare the brood chambers of the beehives. This work is an important step in providing the bees an optimal home.

Additionally, they inspect the hives weekly to detect swarming tendencies early—this way, they can take timely action and ensure a safe environment for the bees.

🐝 Why is this important?
The pupils learn that melting wax is a traditional method to make it easier for bees to build combs.
The teacher explains:
- Bees save energy because they don’t have to build everything from scratch.
- The quality of the combs improves, leading to stronger colonies and better honey production.

With this preparation, our bees are well-equipped for the coming weeks—and the pupils know exactly what matters! 🐝

A wooden frame with wax foundation, ready for the beehive, with other frames and hive boxes in the background.

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#Beekeeping #SchoolBeeProject #HandsOnLearning #Youngbeekeepers #SustainableEducation #birøkt #Bier #Skoleprosjekt #NaturOgMiljø #LærOmBier #Utdanning #Skole #Stavanger

Suddenly, you spot a dense swarm of bees—on a tree, a gutter, or even a bicycle. No need to worry—this is a natural phenomenon!
Our pupils in the beekeeping group also learn how to react safely in such situations.

🐝 Bee swarms are typically calm because:
- They have no hive or brood to defend.
- They’re loaded with honey—their food supply for starting anew.
- They’re focused on finding a new home.
- They’ll usually move on within 1–3 days.

📌 What You Should Do:
✅ Stay calm – Avoid sudden movements that might startle the bees.
✅ Keep your distance – Don’t swat, blow, or spray water at them.
✅ Don’t touch them – Even if they seem peaceful, they may sting if threatened.
✅ Call an expert – Contact local beekeepers or the fire department (many regions handle bee swarms).

📞 Key Info for Beekeepers or Firefighters:
- Where is the swarm? (e.g., height, type of tree, wall)
- How big is it? (Football-sized? Larger?)
- Is access possible with a ladder?
- How long has the swarm been there?

🐝 Good luck, and happy bee-watching! 🐝

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#BeeSwarm #Beekeeping #SchoolBeeProject #Stavanger #SaveTheBees #NatureInSchool #BeeFriendly #Biesverm #Skoleprosjekt #Bihold #NaturOgMiljø #LærOmBier

Film and Video in school - Creativity and Craftsmanship Behind the Camera:
In VG1/VG3, students take a four-week course in film and video, where they learn not only the basics of film production but also collaborate on a screenplay and experience all stages of filmmaking.

Camera setups:
Students explore how angles, perspectives, and movements shape a film’s narrative.
Storyboard:
The visual blueprint of the film is created here. A good storyboard acts like a comic, helping to sketch scenes, plan camera movements, and design the rhythmic flow of the story.
Set design (Scenografi):
Students learn how lighting, colors, and props bring a scene to life and enhance the film’s atmosphere.
Props:
Even small objects can deepen characters and plots—from an old book to a modern smartphone.
Directing:
Students practice guiding actors, coordinating scenes, and leading the creative process to bring the film’s vision to life.
Acting:
In front of the camera, authenticity and expression are key. Body language, facial expressions, and voice breathe life into characters and convey emotions to the audience.

The course culminates in the production of their own film exercise, where all these elements come together. Students also create a documentary project linked to film history—a creative and reflective way to engage with the medium.

Students editing their film projects from raw footage to final cut.

#FilmEducation #VideoProduction #MediaStudies #CreativeLearning #HandsOnFilmmaking #StudentFilmmakers #FilmHistory #VideregåendeSkole #Stavanger #FilmOgVideo #Mediefag #Skolevalg

Whether you apply trigonometry in land surveying, hand-bind books, or delve into Gothic literature: At Steinerskolen Stavanger VGS, theory and craftsmanship merge in a unique way.

Here, students explore landmåling, blacksmithing, bookbinding, film/video, and entrepreneurial projects.
The classic core subjects—Norwegian, Mathematics, English, German, and Natural Sciences—provide the solid foundation for these creative and hands-on endeavors.
The school offers specialized study programs, preparing students for careers in crafts, arts, or further education at universities (with subject-specific access).

»Synes det var bra for meg å gå på videregående fordi vi hadde engasjerte lærere, et generelt godt læringsmiljø, og følte jeg lærte ‘hele bildet’ istedenfor kun ensidig teori. Lærdommen fra videregående har definitivt hjulpet meg både videre i arbeidslivet og med universitetsstudier. Det aller viktigste var at jeg følte at det enkelte individet sto i sentrum gjennom utdanningen.«
(«I found it beneficial to attend upper secondary because we had engaged teachers, a generally good learning environment, and I felt I learned the bigger picture rather than just one-sided theory. The knowledge from upper secondary has definitely helped me in both my career and university studies. Most importantly, I felt that the individual was at the center of the education.») (Quote from a former student)

#PraktiskLæring #Landmåling #Bokbinding #Smie #VideregåendeSkole #VGSStavanger #Skolevalg2026 #Stavanger #HolisticEducation #HandsOnLearning #Blacksmithing #Bookbinding

When the hive becomes too crowded, the colony prepares to divide—a natural reproductive process that ensures the genetic diversity of honeybees.

1️Swarm mood:
Weeks beforehand, the bees get restless: they start building queen cells. Regular hive inspections help the beekeeper recognize this phase. Our students in the beekeeping group, under the guidance of the school’s beekeeper (a teacher), get to examine the hives and learn to interpret the signs.

2 The departure:
On warm, calm days, about half the colony leaves with the old queen—a breathtaking natural spectacle that showcases the vitality of the bee colony.

3️ The bee cluster:
The swarm gathers in a dense cluster near the original hive. Here, the bees rest while scouts decide on a new nesting site.

4️ Democratic house hunting:
Scout bees explore potential new homes. Through their famous waggle dances, they present their findings, which are then verified and either confirmed or rejected by the others.

5️ Moving into the new home:
Once a consensus is reached, the swarm moves into its new home. The bees immediately begin building comb, and life in the new hive gets underway.

The swarming season is a special phase in the bees’ annual cycle, which our pupils in the beekeeping group experience firsthand with great enthusiasm and curiosity.