Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School is an independent combined school in Mullumbimby, NSW, for K–12. It had 587 students as of 2025 (ACARA). Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.

Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School

Mullumbimby, NSW 2482

Independent

Co-Ed

Primary & Secondary

Years: K–12; Primary & Secondary
Students: 587; ACARA 2025
Annual fees: $8,132–$12,080; Domestic
Next open day: None listed; Ask about a tour

A thriving educational community focused on human development and holistic learning experiences.

Located in the hinterland of Byron Bay, the school offers a human-centred education grounded in Steiner principles, with place-based learning, a biodynamic farm, and a comprehensive curriculum from early childhood through to secondary education, fostering a regenerative future.

School Overview

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School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary	Sector	Independent
Year levels	K–12	Enrolments	587
Early learning	Yes · campus unconfirmed	Teacher–student ratio	1:10
Gender	Co-Ed	Principal	Not available
Boarding	No	Founded	Not available

School overview facts
School type	Primary & Secondary
Year levels	K–12
Early learning	Yes · campus unconfirmed
Gender	Co-Ed
Boarding	No

School overview facts (continued)
Sector	Independent
Enrolments	587
Teacher–student ratio	1:10
Principal	Not available
Founded	Not available

Early learning & quality

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Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School · campus unconfirmed

Offered by this school; campus not confirmed. Age programmes not yet confirmed.

Little Shearwater

MULLUMBIMBY CREEK · NSW · SE-40008529

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Meeting NQS

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Quality areas7 areas

QA1Educational program and practice: Meeting NQS
QA2Children’s health and safety: Meeting NQS
QA3Physical environment: Exceeding NQS
QA4Staffing arrangements: Meeting NQS
QA5Relationships with children: Meeting NQS
QA6Collaborative partnerships with families and communities: Exceeding NQS
QA7Governance and leadership: Meeting NQS

ACECQA · 1 July 2026Report issued: 16 December 2021

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Programme availability is based on reviewed service links and school website evidence. ACECQA register snapshot: 1 July 2026.

Enrolment history

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys: 272(46.3%)
Girls: 315(53.7%)

Language background other than English

Another language at home: 27%
English only: 67%
Not stated: 6%

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Shearwater, the Mullumbimby Steiner School

349 Left Bank Rd, Mullumbimby Creek NSW 2482

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Key Highlights

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52-acre campus with biodynamic farm
Shearwater’s 52-acre site includes creek frontage, wildlife corridors and a biodynamic farm used across the school.
Whole-school wearable arts event
WAVE is an annual wearable arts production that involves every high school student and combines design, music, dance and drama.
Strings from Class 3 to 6
All students in Classes 3 to 6 choose violin or cello, with weekly ensembles and further recitals, masterclasses and chamber groups.

School Fees

Fees shown are indicative annual amounts. Please contact the school for the most current information.

Indicative annual school fees by year level
Year Level	Domestic Students
Primary School
Kindergarten	$8,132
Year 1	$8,132
Year 2	$8,132
Year 3	$8,980
Year 4	$8,980
Year 5	$10,452
Year 6	$10,452
Secondary School
Year 7	$11,200
Year 8	$11,200
Year 9	$12,080
Year 10	$12,080
Year 11	$11,200
Year 12	$11,205

Year 12 is billed over three terms.

Information updated: 20 Sept 2026

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