The Free School Movement: An International Perspective (document)

The Free School Movement advocates for education that is accessible to all, often emphasizing democratic principles, student-centered learning, and community involvement. Internationally, it highlights how different countries have developed alternative educational models outside traditional systems, promoting autonomy, creativity, and social justice. This movement challenges standardized testing and rigid curricula, encouraging flexible, inclusive, and participatory approaches to learning. It aims to empower students and communities, fostering lifelong learners and more equitable societies by transforming educational structures to better meet individual and collective needs worldwide.