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Green schools – why are they so popular and where to organize them?"

Malwina Papuga
2025-10-16
Green schools are gaining increasing popularity among teachers and students, combining learning with active recreation in the heart of nature. They are not only an opportunity to break away from the school routine, but also a chance to develop independence, foster team integration, and gain practical knowledge. In this article, we will explore why green schools attract so much interest and suggest the best places to organize them, in order to combine education with unforgettable adventures.
Green schools – why are they so popular and where to organize them?"

Definition and Description of a Green School
A green school is an educational trip that combines learning with active recreation in nature. Unlike a regular trip, it emphasizes practical education, nature observation, and group integration. Participants take part in ecological workshops, outdoor games, and collaborative tasks, allowing them to gain knowledge, develop social skills, and spend time in an engaging and active way.

 

Why Green Schools Are Popular
Green schools are increasingly popular among both students and teachers because they combine education with valuable experiences:

Integration and teamwork – collaborative tasks, outdoor games, and staying at centers help build relationships, teach cooperation, and strengthen bonds among participants.

Proximity to nature and contact with the environment – being in forests, mountains, or by lakes allows participants to break away from daily routines and connect with the natural world.

Active recreation – sports activities, trips, workshops, and campfires help students learn through experience, not just theory.

Practical and ecological education – green schools offer outdoor lessons, nature observation, and ecological projects, providing knowledge in an engaging and interactive way.

Development of soft skills – participation in a green school fosters independence, responsibility, and collaboration skills, preparing students for group life and decision-making.

 

Benefits for Students and Teachers
Green schools provide numerous benefits for both students and teachers, combining learning with personal development and a healthy lifestyle:

Educational benefits – outdoor lessons, nature observations, ecological workshops, and practical experiments allow students to acquire knowledge in an engaging and lasting way.

Emotional and social benefits – collaborative tasks, team-building games, and evening campfires promote relationship-building, increase motivation for learning, and develop teamwork skills.

Health benefits – physical activity, forest walks, cycling trips, and outdoor sports improve fitness, well-being, and resilience to stress.

 

Where to Organize a Green School
Choosing the right location for a green school is crucial to provide participants with valuable educational experiences and enjoyable recreation. Typical locations include mountains, the seaside, lakes, forests, and national parks. Each offers unique opportunities—from mountain hikes and water sports to nature workshops and wildlife observation.

When selecting a location, consider transport accessibility, safety, accommodation quality, and the educational program offered by the center. Popular locations in Poland include the Bieszczady Mountains, the Tatras, the Masurian Lakes, and the Baltic Coast, where children and youth can actively spend time, explore nature, and integrate with their group.

For ready-made green school offers, the GoFunlo platform provides verified proposals tailored to different age groups and educational needs.

 

Green School in Pogorzelica by the Baltic Sea – a three-day trip for children and youth aged 7–18, combining sports, adventure, and relaxation by the sea. Participants will enjoy the swimming pool, beach volleyball court, trampolines, and evening campfires, while exploring local attractions such as Kołobrzeg and the Niechorze lighthouse.

Green School – Rajgród – a three-day trip for children and youth aged 9–18, combining survival, water, sports, and educational activities in the beautiful Podlasie landscape. Participants will learn survival basics, take part in cycling and kayaking adventures, and explore nature and emotions through interactive workshops, providing an active, safe, and fun experience.

Green School in the Medieval Settlement on Wolin Island – a trip for children aged 7–14, combining history lessons, active activities, and Viking-themed adventures. Participants will take part in sword-fighting and archery workshops, outdoor games, archery paintball, as well as culinary and arts workshops, gaining knowledge, developing practical skills, and having fun in a safe environment.

Świętokrzyska Green School – a three-day trip for children and youth aged 7–15, full of activities, outdoor games, and team-building exercises. Participants learn navigation skills, play team games, take part in water activities and archery, combining learning, physical activity, and fun in the beautiful Świętokrzyskie Mountains.

Piast Trail Trip – Green School – a three-day trip for children and youth aged 7–18, combining learning about Polish history with active recreation. Participants visit Gniezno, Ostrów Lednicki, Biskupin, and the Mouse Tower, taking part in interactive workshops, outdoor games, and team tasks, combining education with fun and group integration.

Green School in the Beskids (5 days) – children and youth aged 7–18 will experience an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the Silesian Beskids. The program includes mountain hikes, outdoor games, survival activities, team-building games, and sports, combining active recreation with learning teamwork and discovering the beauty of mountain nature.

 

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