Quinta da Mia & Marisa's Educational Concept
Educational Concept
At the heart of our family business is a small farm following the principle of solidarity-based, subsistent, organic farming. Among other things, vegetable/fruit cultivation and someday species-appropriate livestock farming (bees, geese, chickens & ducks) will be one of the three pillars on which a livelihood is built.
Core Educational Values
Teaching Values
The aim is to awaken respect for all life and a love and connection to nature. As humans are part of nature, love for nature includes love for people.
Knowledge about Ecology
If people are aware of, conscious of, and respect nature, they want to acquire knowledge about it to understand natural relationships.
Promotion of Action Competences
People must learn to think and act independently. They must be able to scrutinize and evaluate knowledge and information and have the courage to make changes.
Discover Our Learning Spaces
Where nature becomes our classroom and every moment is an opportunity for discovery and growth.
Basic Pedagogical Principles
Our approach combines traditional educational methods with innovative experiential learning techniques.
Learning Approach
- Holistic Learning through natural discoveries
- Group-based social skill development
- Learning by example and imitation
- Voluntary participation in activities
Core Values
- Self-responsibility in discovery
- Non-violence and tolerance
- Enjoyment of play and learning
- Respect for living beings
Learning and Experience Spaces
Natural Environments
- In the nursery
- With the animals
- In the forest
- In the meadows and orchards
Learning Facilities
- In the farm bakery
- In the kitchen
Our Conviction
From these encounters grow:
Personal Development
- Interest and curiosity
- Empathy and respect
- An appreciative approach to nature and people
- A sustainable sense of responsibility for our world
Our Attitude
- Authentic interactions with children
- Voluntary commitment
- Mindful approach to education
- Continuous learning and development
Educational Vision
Connections at Quinta pedagogica
- Food production integration
- Cultural landscape preservation
- Environmental consciousness
- Health awareness
- Economic sustainability
- Practical ecology