She remained connected with the work of Anthroposophy and assisted the growing Steiner school's movement. Later in life she became interested in the subject of nursing and established the Rachel McMillan College to train nurses and teachers in Deptford in May 1930.
This period in her life saw her continue to be involved with Anthroposophy and support its growing influence through the Steiner schools. She later developed a passion for nursing and went on to establish the Rachel McMillan College in Deptford in May 1930, providing training for nurses and teachers.