Established in 1971, the school teaches students from early learning, and Kindergarten to Year 12; and also offers playgroup services.

Students who graduate from the school receive the Lorien Novalis Class 12 Certificate of Steiner Education.

Currently, these courses are credentialed by the Board of Studies NSW, in a Preliminary HSC Record of Achievement for each student.

[3] Once a term Lorien holds an Insight Day, where prospective parents can come along and find out about what the school has to offer.

High school students may choose to participate in abseiling, caving, canyoning, or rock climbing.