SEKEM School was founded in 1989 with a vision to create a safe environment for students to express themselves. It is accredited by the Egyptian Ministry of Education and aims to serve the community while fostering individual development.
The school’s curriculum is based on the Egyptian government standards but employs an improved delivery method inspired by Waldorf Education. This philosophy emphasizes the development of intellectual, artistic, and practical skills, focusing on thinking, feeling, and willing. Our goal is to foster a balanced and honest personality from an early age.
SEKEM School at Wahat was established in 2021, with modest facilities and a small number of students and teachers. The first day of school marked a new beginning filled with hope and potential. Since its inception, SEKEM School has hosted a variety of activities:
- Daily circle sessions and lectures on climate change
- Parent-teacher meetings and school plays performed for farm workers
- Crafts and educational trips to local museums and notable sites
Our commitment to growth is evident in the construction of a new school building, where students actively participated alongside workers and engineers. This new facility has allowed us to enhance our educational offerings significantly. The educational buildings are designed for functionality, with age-appropriate classroom designs:
- Kindergarten features warm, curved designs.
- Elementary classrooms use stimulating orange colors.
- Middle school areas are painted in calming green.
- Secondary classrooms are adorned with blue or purple for deep thinking.
Currently, we have 76 students and 12 dedicated teachers in our preparatory stage. Our modern educational principles encourage:
- Learning Through Wonder by encouraging curiosity through questions.
- Activity-Based Learning through engaging students in hands-on activities.
- Promoting cleanliness and beauty in classrooms to create a positive learning environment..
Looking ahead, we anticipate doubling our student enrollment by 2025, with plans for three new classrooms and an expanded teaching staff. Our facilities will include:
- An agricultural laboratory, where students can cultivate land
- Modern classrooms designed for various age groups, ensuring an engaging learning environment
- A new cafeteria to serve our growing student body
- A 300-seat theater for weekly events
At SEKEM School, we are committed to nurturing the next generation of thinkers, creators, and responsible citizens. With an emphasis on sustainability and community, our students are not only learning academics but also how to engage meaningfully with the world around them. We look forward to the continued growth and success of our school as we strive to make a lasting impact in the community and beyond.
