Nestled in a lush valley on the outskirts of Pécs, Hungary 🇭🇺, Mandulafa Waldorf Óvoda, Általános Iskola és AMIwelcomes two dedicated volunteers to join its vibrant community from 1 September 2025 – 30 June 2026! Immerse yourself in alternative education, foster language skills and explore the nearby hills and forests in this picturesque university town.
🌱 Why Mandulafa Waldorf?
Waldorf education thrives on nature, arts and community—focusing on each child’s balanced development of intellectual, emotional and physical capacities. As a volunteer, you’ll:
- 🗣️ Practice Languages: Encourage pupils (aged 6–14) to converse in English & Spanish during classes, breaks and excursions
- 🎨 Join Everyday School Life: Assist in language lessons, afternoon activities, seasonal festivals & group projects
- 🌳 Lead Outdoor Adventures: Guide nature walks, gardening sessions and forest explorations in the surrounding hills
- 🤝 Foster Cultural Exchange: Share your background through storytelling, crafts and playful interactions
📅 Key Details
- Activity Dates: 1 Sep 2025 – 30 Jun 2026 🗓️
- Application Deadline: 2 July 2025, 23:59 ⏰
- Location: Fábián Béla utca 7., Pécs, Hungary 📍
- Accommodation:
- Private room & bathroom at the LIONS House residence 🛏️
- Pocket money: €2 100/month 💶
- Food allowance: 60 000 HUF (~€150)/month 🍽️
- Lunch provided by school on weekdays 🥗
- Monthly public-transport pass 🚍
- Travel: Return travel costs reimbursed to Pécs ✈️
- Training:
- On-Arrival: Budapest ESC training 🎓
- Mid-Term: Visegrád seminar at the Danube bend 🚤
👤 Who We’re Looking For
- Languages: Fluent English and/or Spanish 🗣️
- Personality: Open-minded, tolerant & humorous 😄
- Interests:
- Working with children & non-formal education 👧👦
- Hiking, gardening & DIY crafts 🥾🌿🔨
- Experiencing Pécs’s Mediterranean vibe and rich history 🏛️🌞
- Bonus: Former Waldorf attendees or those passionate about alternative education
🌍 Eligible Participants
🇪🇸 Spain · 🇮🇹 Italy · 🇩🇪 Germany · 🇫🇷 France · 🇵🇹 Portugal · 🇦🇹 Austria · 🇳🇱 Netherlands · 🇧🇪 Belgium · 🇱🇺 Luxembourg · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom · 🇮🇪 Ireland · 🇳🇴 Norway · 🇸🇪 Sweden · 🇫🇮 Finland · 🇩🇰 Denmark · 🇭🇺 Hungary · 🇱🇮 Liechtenstein · 🇲🇹 Malta
🔗 Original Link: https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/opportunity/46935_en
