We are a group of educators, environmentalists, parents, activists, artists, organizers, social workers, librarians, students. We are committed to democracy in education!

At the Little Lake Learning Community, children freely explore interests, engage and take ownership in meaningful real world activities and participate in a democratic community. Children are empowered to be self directed, socially-conscious lifelong learners. Adults provide guidance, mentoring and, the perspective of experience and love to nurture children on their journey.

Democratic education is an educational approach grounded in respect for human rights and a broad interpretation of learning, in which young people have the freedom to organize their daily activities, and which there is equity and democratic decision-m