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Reflections of our June Nature Walk
It was time for the third round of our Singapore Democratic School nature walk! The main topic of this walk was conflict resolution in democratic schools. A diverse group from different backgrounds arrived. Once we all gathered at Botanic Gardens MRT, we headed towards the Children's Garden. As soon as we settled on the grass at the foot of a small hill, we saw conflict unfolding. Children from two families who joined were having a conflict at the playground. One child was vi

Imre Wessels
4 days ago3 min read


Nature walk with Singapore Democratic School - 6 June
Join us for a fun family-friendly nature walk with Singapore Democratic School and learn how conflict is handled in democratic schools. Do you take an interest in topics such as 'self-directed education', 'unschooling', and a child-centric approach towards education? Then join us for a fun and family-friendly nature walk! During our walk, we will be discussing how conflict is resolved in democratic schools. In democratic schools, the school rules are democratically decided by

Imre Wessels
May 181 min read


EUDEC 2026 Conference
From our friends at the European Democratic Education Conference (EUDEC): We are excited to invite you to participate in the 2026 European Democratic Education Community’s (EUDEC) annual conference in beautiful İzmir, Türkiye, from July 30 to August 6, 2026. The annual conference is the highlight of EUDEC calendar, bringing together scholars and volunteers active in democratic education from across the globe. It is a space to share research, exchange ideas, and foster intelle

Imre Wessels
Apr 21 min read


Children's Entrepreneurship Fair
Join us at the Children's Entrepreneurship Fair and support young entrepreneurs! Date: Sunday 17 May Time: 11:00 - 15:00 Location: Hollandse Club

Imre Wessels
Apr 21 min read


Nature walk with Singapore Democratic School
Overview Join us for a fun family-friendly nature walk with Singapore Democratic School and discuss Peter Gray's book 'Free to Learn'! Nature Walk with Singapore Democratic School Do you take an interest in topics such as 'self-directed education', 'unschooling', and a child-centric approach towards education? Then join us for a fun and family-friendly nature walk! During our walk, we will be discussing the book 'Free to Learn' by Professor Peter Gray. In the book, Peter Gray

Imre Wessels
Apr 21 min read
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