Zanzibar Worldschool Village and Nature Retreats

🎤 Homeschool vs Industrial School — it’s time to talk.

At TEDx Kivukoni, we recently shared why learning doesn’t have to be one-size-fits-all. The link to watch is below.

https://youtu.be/4jl8FCKYI-0?si=b_E1JmejTLPBBJOV

After 14 years as homeschoolers and educators, we’ve learned this:
Children don’t thrive in systems built for factories.
They thrive in connection, curiosity, purpose, and real life.

Education can look different.
And different can be powerful.

💬 What kind of education do YOU believe prepares children for the future?
👇 Tell us in the comments and join the conversation.

🌿 Learning beyond walls. Education with purpose.

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🌿 *Karibu to Ali’s Acre Family Day!*
📅 *Saturday 13th December | ⏰ 11AM–3PM*
📍 Makunduchi Kajengwa

*FREE ENTRY*

Hi brothers and sisters!
We’re excited to invite you to a special community event run by the amazing kids from our local learning camp here in Makunduchi! 🎉

This day is all about supporting our local youth as they practise real-life business skills, planning, hosting, cooking, creating and selling. Your presence directly supports their confidence, learning and future opportunities. ❤️

✨ What’s happening:
• Zip line fun, basketball 🏀
• Rabbit petting
• Beeswax candle-making class
• Pottery workshop
• Art & craft corner
• Fresh produce + handmade goodies
• Local vendors welcome
• And… the BEST Swahili–Indian food on the island!
🍛 Authentic butter chicken, delicious curry & fresh naan served all day!

Bring your family, bring your friends, enjoy great food and support our young entrepreneurs.
We can’t wait to welcome you! 🙏

Location
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xfF92fimBAA9ruo58?g_st=iw

*Vendors please message: +44 7306 292780*

🌍 What Is Worldschooling?
And why do we love it?

Worldschooling is an educational movement that blends:
✈ Travel
🌿 Nature
📚 Real experiences
🤝 Community
🧠 Self-directed learning

It empowers children to learn from the real world, not just textbooks.

At Zanzibar Worldschool Village, worldschooling looks like:
🥥 Harvesting coconuts
🌱 Learning permaculture
🐓 Feeding animals
🧭 Exploring culture
🎨 Creating with natural materials
🔥 Cooking over fire
💬 Meeting friends from around the world

It’s education that embraces curiosity, independence, creativity, and connection.

If worldschooling resonates with you, drop a 🌍 in the comments!

🎤 A Message from Our Founder - Shan Ali Sumar

We’re so proud to share this TEDx talk by Shan Ali Sumar, where he explores the heart of home-schooling versus the traditional “industrial” school system, especially through the lens of our journey in Zanzibar.

In this talk, Shan Ali reflects on questions like:
• What does real learning look like?
• Why do we believe in raising children through curiosity instead of conformity?
• How does our Worldschool Village model challenge conventional education?

👉 Watch it here: https://youtu.be/4jl8FCKYI-0?si=BWxKMjxWE-4nWzqp

We’d love to hear from you:
What do you think?
Does this resonate with you or your community?
Share your thoughts below or message us directly.

If you believe in worldschooling, nature-based learning, or more meaningful education, please help us spread the word by sharing this talk.

Thank you for being part of our journey. 🌍💚

🌿 Meet the Founders of Zanzibar Worldschool Village 🌿

We are a family of worldschoolers from the UK, nature lovers, and community builders who believe that children learn best through curiosity, creativity, freedom, and real experiences.

Our journey began when we moved from the UK to Zanzibar, seeking a slower lifestyle, meaningful education, and a place where children could grow with nature and purpose.

What started as a small family farm soon grew into:
🌱 A nature-based learning hub
🌍 A worldschool community
🏕️ A home for unforgettable camps
🤝 A centre for meaningful voluntourism
🧘 A wellness retreat space

Our mission is simple:
Create a place where children and adults learn, connect, and thrive in harmony with nature.

We’re honoured to welcome you into our world. 💚

✨ Welcome to Zanzibar Worldschool Village & Nature Retreats! 🌍🌿
Where learning, nature, and community come together on our permaculture farm in Zanzibar.

We are a worldschooling hub offering:
🌱 Nature-based learning experiences
🏕️ School & holiday camps
🤝 Voluntourism programs
🧘 Wellness retreats & mindful living
🌾 Authentic farm-to-table activities

If you believe learning should be joyful, hands-on, and rooted in nature — you’re in the right place.

👉 Follow our page as we share our journey, our programs, and the magic unfolding at our village.

Karibu (welcome). Your adventure begins here.