Shepherd's Rest

Casa
España
Oria
Shepherd's Rest

Rural Worldschool Community
Oria, Andalucia, Spain. Family Run Retreat Venue & Holiday Apartmentd in the Spanish mountains of Oria, Almeria.

01/06/2026

*This is your nudge to go travel with your children*

30/05/2026

Remember the baby chicks we had!? They’re now fully integrated into the flock, along with two new little bunnies.

29/05/2026

We created our FAQs page mostly to help set expectations clearly before families book.

Shepherd’s Rest is quite different from a typical Worldschooling hubs or holiday accommodation…and the kinds of families who come here usually value things like:

* slower living
* home education/worldschooling
* children having freedom to play
* less screen time than average
* community and shared spaces
* respectful parenting
* spending more time together as a family

The FAQs page is here to people understand what the atmosphere is like here, what we value, and whether it feels like the right fit for their family before they arrive.

We’ve found that being open and honest from the start helps attract the families who genuinely align with this lifestyle and appreciate what we’re creating here.

Curious how other parents feel about this approach.

Our FAQs page - https://www.shepherdsrest.org/faqs-1

26/05/2026

What is it we really want from family life?

Plenty of time outdoors, made possible by a safe and supportive environment.

A responsible level of freedom to explore.

Friendships across age groups and cultures.

Long summer evenings. Muddy feet. Campfires. Tree climbing. Bike rides until sunset (or after).

A slower rhythm of life where children are part of a real community, not constantly separated by age, screens, or schedules.

A childhood filled with adventure, independence, creativity, and connection.

That’s what we’re trying to create here at Shepherd’s Rest Worldschool Community; and here’s want helps us stand out..!

For Homeschooling and Worldschooling families, southern Spain is s a quiet contrast that reveals different assumptions about childhood, time, and community.

5 cultural shifts that stand out:

1. Children are fully part of adult life… they’re welcome in cafés, conversations, late evenings, and community spaces instead of being separated into “kid-only” environments.

2. Time moves slower and relationships come first… meals stretch out, plans are flexible, and connection is valued more than efficiency or rushing.

3. Multi-generational life is normal… grandparents are present, active, and central to daily life rather than living on the edge of family routines.

4. Hospitality is immediate and unplanned… if you show up, you’re included, fed, and spoken to without needing arrangements or formality.

5. Community life comes with visibility… everyone knows what’s going on, but that same closeness also means people notice when you need help and actually show up for you.

26/05/2026

*** 300€ DISCOUNT IF BOOKED IN MAY***

Month In The Mountains is BACK for Autumn 2026… from 3295€ for family accommodation and 1 child taking part.

September Juniors program (8-12)
Tweens and Teens (12+)
guideline only
This program provides space for children to build real friendships, the freedom of a rural village, and time for families to truly connect.

Each month deepens the sense of community. The camaraderie between young people is a beautiful thing to witness.

Up to 10 families come together for a month of connection, creativity, community, and confidence-building in the Andalucian mountains.

Designed for children and teens, the experience blends real-world learning with outdoor adventures, meaningful friendships, and personal growth. Each week brings a new theme - from music, art, circus skills to drama and magic - all led by experienced mentors who know how to engage and inspire.

Days have a natural rhythm:
• Morning activities
• Afternoons free to explore, create, and connect
• Weekly family excursions
• Shared community meals

It’s a space where children gain real freedom in a safe, structured environment… and where families feel part of something from the very beginning.

Simple days. Strong connections. A month that builds confidence and lasts far beyond it.

Contact us here or email [email protected] for more details about our next events in September & October 2026. www.shepherdsrest.org

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Dirección

Calle Las Piedras
Oria
04810

Página web

http://www.shepherdsrest.org/

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