Ikskiles Briva skola
Ikšķile, Latvia
⭐️ Activity Title
Volunteering in school and permaculture garden
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🔷 Activity Details
Description
Ikšķile Free School is a place where people come together to create positive change. Our community is made up of active, responsible and enterprising people who do not wait for others to make things happen — we look for solutions, take action and create new opportunities for children, families and the wider community. At our school, we deeply value freedom, nature, community, sustainable living and Latvian traditions. We use a holistic approach to personal development and believe that every person is naturally good, capable of growth, self-expression and meaningful contribution. It is important for us to accept each person as they are, to respect their unique experience and to create an environment where everyone can feel a sense of belonging. We are offering:
-Interesting work with kids
-Pocket money
-Place to live
-Healthy vegetarian lunch
-Fantastic experience working outdoors
-Duration - 8-10 months
Accommodation, food and transport arrangements
We are located near the city Ogre (Latvia), the living will be in the near city Ikšķile, which is 30km from capital (Riga), you will need to arrange yourself breakfast and dinner than can be made in the apartment, but vegetarian lunch will be provided at school every day. We will give you a bicycle with witch you can come to school on a bike trail next to a river. In winter you will take the bus to school.
Training during the activity
There will be arrival and midterm training. In addition there will be language (latvian) training. Our personal will be happy to teach any skills and knowledge needed for tasks. You will be welcomed to learn new skills.
Participant profile
We are looking for an open-minded and responsible volunteer who enjoys working with children, spending time in nature and being part of a community. The volunteer should be kind, patient, flexible and willing to support children in learning, play, creative activities and outdoor work. Interest in sustainability, gardening and hands-on activities is highly appreciated. Basic English language skills are necessary for everyday communication. Previous experience with children is welcome, but motivation, curiosity and willingness to learn are most important.
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🔑 Key Information
Activity dates
A total of 42 week(s) during the period 01/08/2026 to 30/09/2027
Activity location
Rīgas iela 175, Ikšķile, Latvia
Activity type
Individual volunteering
Looking for participants from
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine
Activity topics
Citizenship and democratic participation
Deadline for applications
Application deadline: 31/08/2026 00:00
Project code
2026-1-LV02-ESC51-VTJ-000402311
🔗 Official Project Page
https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/52416_en
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