Are you passionate about alternative education, child-led learning, and democratic schools? Join Ecole Agile in Perpignan, France for an ESC project at an alternative learning environment based on trust, where children learn at their own pace.
This is a unique chance to support a social and solidarity school, contribute to its democratic life, and develop your own interests โ from sports and IT to languages and permaculture gardening.
Curious about ESC? Read the complete guide: ESC complete guide
๐ฏ About the Project
The Agile School (www.ecole-agile66.com) offers an alternative and engaging learning environment based on trust. It's a social and solidarity association where children learn at their own pace, developing their individual talents and skills.
As a volunteer, you'll be a full member of the team, participating freely in the democratic school life.
๐ Your Activities
๐จ Organise workshops based on your interests โ sport, IT, geography, languages, and more
๐ Help children aged 6 to 19 with individual learning
๐๏ธ Resolve conflicts through mediation
๐ฑ Take part in the vegetable permaculture garden
โ๏ธ Set up projects and organise excursions
๐ซ Participate in the school's democratic life
๐ Accommodation, Food & Transport
๐๏ธ Apartment in Perpignan (prefecture of the department), shared with three other young flatmates
๐ Located near a bus stop
๐ฝ๏ธ Food allowance โ โฌ9/day
๐ถ Pocket money โ โฌ8/day by secure bank transfer
๐ฒ Sustainable mobility favoured
๐ซ Annual transport card for local transport
โฐ 32h/week โ school closed on Wednesdays and school holidays
๐ Training
๐ค Full integration into the Ecole Agile team as a full member
๐ Integration and training week at the start
๐ Agile Book and an introductory workshop on agile methods
๐ฃ๏ธ Weekly and monthly meetings, plus time for your personal project
๐ On request: language classes, non-violent communication, mediation training
๐ Participant Profile
โ Speaks English (some French preferred)
โ Open-minded, tolerant, and caring
โ Experience or ease with children required
โ Shares the school's principles and respects diversity (religion, gender, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation)
๐ Activity Topics
๐ Education and training
๐บ๏ธ Eligible Countries
๐ฆ๐น Austria ยท ๐ง๐ช Belgium ยท ๐ญ๐ท Croatia ยท ๐จ๐ฟ Czechia ยท ๐ฉ๐ฐ Denmark ยท ๐ช๐ช Estonia ยท ๐ซ๐ฎ Finland ยท ๐ฉ๐ช Germany ยท ๐ฌ๐ท Greece ยท ๐ญ๐บ Hungary ยท ๐ฎ๐ช Ireland ยท ๐ฎ๐น Italy ยท ๐ฑ๐ป Latvia ยท ๐ฑ๐น Lithuania ยท ๐ฒ๐น Malta ยท ๐ณ๐ฑ Netherlands ยท ๐ต๐ฑ Poland ยท ๐ต๐น Portugal ยท ๐ท๐ด Romania ยท ๐ธ๐ฐ Slovakia ยท ๐ธ๐ฎ Slovenia ยท ๐ช๐ธ Spain ยท ๐ธ๐ช Sweden
๐ Activity Details
Location: 145 Chemin de la Passio Vella, Perpignan, France
Dates: 25 August 2026 โ 23 July 2027 (47 weeks)
Activity type: Individual volunteering
Project code: 2026-1-FR02-ESC51-VTJ-000401483
๐ Deadline
31 July 2026
๐ Apply
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/52355_en
๐ Application form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScP4tskaH6gZ6mIyQiaT6YTwwy7fIDMi-emwYOMJellYeU-Pw/viewform
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๐ค What is a supporting organisation in ESC volunteering โ and why does it matter for you? Most people know about sending and hosting organisations in ESC projects, but the role of the supporting organisation is far less understood โ and far more important than it appears. This article clearly explains what a supporting organisation does, how it fits into the structure of an ESC project, and how its involvement directly affects the volunteer's experience and support throughout the programme. A must-read if you want to fully understand how ESC is structured. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/6051/
๐ก What do organisations actually look for in an ESC volunteer? Getting selected for an ESC volunteering project isn't just about ticking boxes โ it's about showing the right combination of values, attitude, and genuine motivation. This article digs into the skills and personal qualities that make a real difference during the selection process, and explains why some candidates stand out while others don't. If you want to understand what a strong volunteer profile looks like before you apply, this is essential reading. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/13941/
๐บ๏ธ Which countries can apply for Erasmus+ and ESC? โ The complete and up-to-date country list. A lot of people assume Erasmus+ and ESC are only available to European Union member states โ but the reality is much more inclusive. Programme countries, partner countries, and special eligibility rules mean that young people from far more places can participate than most realise. This article provides the full, up-to-date list of eligible countries for both Erasmus+ and ESC, with clear explanations of what each status means for applicants. ๐ https://youthworkshub.org/15124/
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