Author: QUEST

Iris’s Interview

What’s it like to board at a democratic school on the other side of the world?  In this episode, Iris from Taiwan shares her experiences at a holistic democratic boarding school, reflecting on the freedom to choose classes, express opinions, and shape her own path. She discusses the challenges and benefits of living away from […]

Disco’s Interview

What does true freedom in education feel like? In this episode, Disco shares their eye-opening experiencediscovering democratic education after years in a traditional school system. Hear how finding a safe space to grow, make choices, and be treated as an equal transformed Disco’s perspective on learning—and on life itself. From breaking with old hierarchies to […]

Aine’s Interview

Curious about what it’s really like to attend a democratic school?  In this episode, Aine shares her personal journey of joining a democratic school at age 15 and discovering the freedom, responsibility, and sense of community it brings. She talks about learning to communicate respectfully, the unique culture of hand signals, and the challenges of […]

Guidelines for Teachers in Democratic Education

In keeping with the principles of lifelong learning and the need for continuous professional growth in an ever-changing world, QUEST presents its guidelines for teachers working in democratic schools.

REGEN 2

September 2025 – August 2027

YPARC

December 2025 – November 2027

Towards Participatory Education

Without meaningful participation, schools risk becoming environments of passive compliance rather than spaces of active engagement and growth.