Associação Aprendizes da Terra
Our Association Aprendizes da Terra is dedicated to promoting and supporting homeschooling and alternative education, contributing to the educational, social, and community development of member families and their children.
To fulfill this mission, we commit to:
Offering financial assistance to families in need, ensuring all children have access to the educational opportunities provided by the association.
Eligibility criteria and application processes are outlined in the association’s internal regulations;
What Campus da Terra offers is:
- Organizing educational and pedagogical activities for homeschooled children;
- Creating and maintaining learning and coworking spaces for homeschooling families;
- Hosting events, meetings, and training sessions focused on alternative education;
- Establishing partnerships with public and private entities to advance homeschooling;
- Providing logistical support and transportation, including the acquisition and management of vehicles for members and other operational needs;
- Offering financial assistance to families in need, ensuring all children have access to the educational opportunities provided by the association. Eligibility criteria and application processes are outlined in the association’s internal regulations;
- Raising funds through donations, grants, and sponsorships, as long as they align with the association’s mission and values.


Campus da Terra
Campus da Terra is a project of our association that offers a democratic, nature-based learning environment for homeschooling families. Children learn in small, multilingual groups through self-directed activities, thematic projects, and regular excursions. The daily rhythm balances free play, collaborative learning, and individual exploration in a supportive community setting.
Board
Board of Direction

Annika Friese
President of the Board

Catherine Schubiger
Board Secretary

Nils Friese
Treasurer
Supervisory Board

Felix Richter
President of Supervisory Board

Frederico Caires
Supervisory Board Member

Nadia Laabs
Supervisory Board Member
Heads of General Assembly

Riitta Lehtinen
President of General Assembly

Maksym Petrenko
Secretary of General Assembly

Giulia Leoni
Secretary of General Assembly
Supporters & Donors
Honourable Supporters
Angel Investors
Nils Friese,
Annika Friese,
Felix Richter
Donors of Learning Materials
Tom Eyre,
Olesea
GoFundMe Donors
Nicola Friese
Jules Schubiger
Beate Bornhofen
Niels Ham
Jason Crawford
Olesea
Kamila
8 Anonymous Donors
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Together, we’re growing opportunities for alternative education and community on Madeira. Every donation counts!