Educational Approach
Freedom Now
We provide an environment where students freely explore their interests in a natural setting. Our democratic principles ensure each student has a voice, fostering autonomy and responsibility. Engaging in hands-on activities and self-directed learning in nature promotes creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of learning.
Freedom in the Future
Our students thrive in a nature-based, democratic learning environment while learning accredited qualifications through our online curriculum. This dual approach ensures they develop essential skills and receive valid transcripts, making future transitions to any traditional or alternative schools seamless. Our graduates are well-prepared for diverse educational paths, enjoying the freedom to pursue their future ambitions confidently.
What is democratic education?
Democratic education emphasizes self-directed learning, where students choose what and how they learn based on their interests. Students and staff share equal decision-making power, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard.
- Student-Centered Learning: Students choose what and how they learn based on their interests.
- Equality and Participation: Everyone in the school community has an equal voice in governance.
- Autonomy and Responsibility: Students take responsibility for their learning and behavior.
- Community and Collaboration: A supportive environment fostering mutual respect and cooperation.
- Holistic Development: Focus not only on academic, but also personal, social, and emotional growth.
Learn More
Quick Ressources
READING
- What is Self-Directed Education? (Article 3 min read)
- No Teachers, No Classes, No Homework – Would You Send Your Kids To This School? (News article 5 min read)
- Children’s Freedom: A Human Rights Perspective (Article, ~10 min read)
WATCHING
- An Animated Primer on Self-Directed Education (YouTube video ~3 min)
- Raising Free People(TED Talk, 11 min)
Deep Dive
READING
- Free to Learn (book, Peter Gray)
- When Kids Rule the School (book, Jim Reitmulder)
- The Meaning of Education (book, Daniel Greenberg)
- Why Are You Still Sending Your Kids to School? (book, Blake Boles)
WATCHING
- Do Schools Kill Creativity? (TED Talk, 20 min)
- Self-Taught(documentary movie)