Waterfall Valley is a learning project organised by families and educators. We support families who choose home education (ensino doméstico) or individual education (ensino individual).
Waterfall Valley is not a registered school. Each child’s educational registration and formal requirements remain the responsibility of their family.
What happens here
We provide shared spaces and a weekly programme of study, creative work and outdoor activities. Children learn in Portuguese and English, with time for independent work and group projects.
- Reading, writing, mathematics and other subject study
- Art, music, theatre and practical workshops
- Gardening, outdoor exploration and work on the land
- Shared meals, discussions and community events
These activities complement the educational path each family has chosen.
Registration and responsibilities
Families arrange their child’s registration with a public or private school and are responsible for the applicable assessment requirements. The school where your child is registered can explain the current process, deadlines and responsibilities.
Check current requirements with the school and the Portuguese education authorities before making arrangements.
Direção-Geral da Educação · official information
Support from the project
We can share the community’s experience of home education and talk about how our activities might support your child. Formal decisions about registration and assessment should be discussed with the school responsible.
A shared responsibility
Families and volunteers help with teaching, cooking, cleaning, maintenance and caring for the land. The practical arrangements are discussed during enrolment, so families understand what participation involves.
Association regulations · PDF