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At Waterfall Valley Education, we are a community of parents and teachers dedicated to supporting home-educated children in experiencing a richer, more holistic education. Our mission is to nurture the whole human being; intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. We strive to create a learning environment that is free from comparison and judgment, where mistakes are welcomed as valuable steps in the journey of discovery. This allows students the freedom to explore life and learning with curiosity and confidence.
Our approach is informed by the insights and principles of Waldorf, Montessori, and Inquiry-Based Learning. These philosophies shape both our curriculum and our relationships with students, encouraging depth, creativity, and a genuine love of learning. We work closely with families to ensure each child's unique needs are met, fostering a deep sense of collaboration and care. At the heart of everything we do is the intention to support students in growing into whole, balanced human beings, inside and out. Our projects and practices are designed to complement each other, creating a harmonious and integrated educational experience
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Waterfall Valley Education is nested in the hills of central Portugal. Walking into the valley, you are greeted by native trees, rolling hills and bustling wildlife; the best classroom! On its way down to the schools, the river creates the marvellous waterfalls dotted around the land. Throughout the valley and beyond, you will find our different spaces; get in contact through our admissions page and come and say hello!
Parent Testimonials
Laura Marjolin
"The teachers have the talent to really connect with the children and build a special bond with them. River Flower Project goes beyond and organises a lot of different activities outside school as well and having wonderful collaborations with additional initiatives of motivated people who have the mission to teach the children life."
"Our son has changed and matured into himself here in under a year with a new found passion and confidence for learning. We highly value what is offered here with personal experience of living and exploring other projects all over Portugal for the past 10 years. What is available here is truly golden and unique!"
Jayne & Julian
"The project is extraordinary, this is down to Naomi, Gary and all the incredible teachers and mentors the project has attracted as it has been allowed to evolve naturally over the years. Like nature it will not fit in a box and therefore I don't have the words to properly describe just how extraordinary it is"
Lisa-Jane
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Our Location
If you would like to visit, explore our admissions and contact pages to find out more!
Supporting our project
Support in the form of skills, time or finance are vital to our school project. The teachers, families and others support the project financially as well as with their time and skills. Any form of support is massively helpful as a small school and community and is greatly appreciated! If you would like to talk to us about volunteering or supporting, get in touch through our email. From the Waterfall Valley Community, thankyou.
