Worldschooling Gathering Corfu

When I stayed here in winter time 2022 I was so craving for other traveling families. This village in Corfu is such a nice spot to spend some quiet time in the off-season. I came here for 4 weeks and ended up staying 7 months.

What made me stay so long?

• There is an international conscious community in the village. There are offers like, Ecstatic Dance, Yoga, Drumming and singing circle.
• There is a signal messenger group where you can get help and answers for nearly any topic.
• The beach is empty, the sky is bright blue and the landscape is so beautiful.

So I decided to organize a gathering for families.

How this Worldschool Gathering is set up

A gathering is like a temporary village with other families. We have a great location where families can rent apartments and stay for a few weeks. The itinerary for the activities will be co-created week by week. I’m so curious what fun activities we will create.

For example, once a week we will have a potluck meal at my house and I will offer painting classes.

We will have a Telegram group were the activities will be visible and organized. As well you can share spontaneous when you go to the beach and others could join.

There will be an Opening Circle in the beginning to get to know each other.

There are no costs to join, but as organizing a gathering takes a lot of work, a voluntary contribution is very much appreciated.

Practical information

Where? Arillas, Corfu, Greece

When? 9th December 2024 – 12th January 2025

For who? Worldschooling & unschooling families with children age 4-8 years

More about Arillas and surrounding

• There is a nice cafe at the beach (open everyday), two cafes up the hill and a pizzeria (open on weekends) and vegan place (open occasionally).

• The weather is most of the time lovely around 15-20 degrees. Some days will be rainy & stormy and cooler. In some years is possible to swim until Christmas time. 

Good to know

• It’s recommended to have a car as the hills are really steep up and down.

• The gathering is planned for 10 families. So that we can get to know each other and know the names.

• The main languages will be English and German. As not all children might speak English, we will find flexibel solutions.

• Minimum 2 weeks stay and 4 weeks would be preferred. Our experience has shown that children often need some time to make friends.

• You arrange your accommodation.

How to get there?

• From Italy take the ferry Brindisi – Igouminitsa and then the 1,5 hour ferry from Igouminitsa to Corfu

• Flights to Corfu are via Athen or Thessaloniki
  (Airport is closed 18th Nov-8th Dec, 13th Jan-31st Jan)

• During the airport closing: Take the bus from Corfu to Athens or Thessaloniki and fly from there

Accommodation

• There are 3 seaview villas next to mine available,
  2x 3bedroom (1100 Euro/month),
  1x 2bedroom (850 Euro/month)
  Costs include power, heating, internet – great view and dry
  (minimum stay 4 weeks)

• You might find other options in the local Signal group. 

• Check Airbnb and booking.com for other options.

Reach out if you need assistance