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Come and help with the start of a new world school Hub in Oria, Andalucia, Spain

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  • Last activity : 11 Jul 2025

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    Hi we are Joel & Cori (34&46) We have 6 children though most are spreading their wings and heading off on the next part of their journey.
    We live in a traditional mountain village in Southern Spain. We are originally from Brighton/Worthing in the UK. We have already completed the main farmhouse renovations but have lots more to do.
    We have a worldschooling community and have 2 farmhouses with 7 apartments and a small restaurant on site.
    we have 48,000 m2 of land and 2 storage buildings (one of which is partly renovated to a usable standard) and the other needs to be turned in to a children’s lounge/ chill out space.
    We are ideally looking for 2 friends who can work with cement and build a wall and work well with others. We always have painting, carpentry and garden projects we need help with and like quirky arty projects too. If you think you would enjoy working with us for a month initially (possibly longer) get in touch

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Language practice
    Help with Eco Projects
    Teaching
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Animal Care
    General Maintenance
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    We are an English family located in a small rural village in the Spanish mountains of Andalucia, there are a few shops and plenty of bars & restaurants to indulge in Spanish cuisine and culture. We can offer exchange for people learning English. The locals are mostly Spanish and are very friendly and easy to talk to. Our children speak Spanish so can help out with the language, and we are learning so can help out where we can. We would love you to come and stay ... you will be treated as part of the family ! We look forward to hearing from you and working together.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We require help transforming a garage space into a children’s lounge/ chill out area
    We need to build dividing walls or plasterboard divides, damp proof the building, fit door and window, paint, garden projects etc. you don’t need to be able to do all of the above but some is a definite bonus :)
    If you can stay for a month or 2 that would be great.
    We also have plans for a chicken house, we already have the wood so just need more time/ people power to get it up and running.

  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate

    This host offers a language exchange
    This host has indicated that they are interested in sharing their own language or learning a new language.
    You can contact them directly for more information.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    The house is an old Spanish farmhouse on the edge of the village, looking out over acres of mainly almond and olive trees. Your accommodation will be 2 adjoining double bedrooms, with private bathroom.
    You will be downstairs in our family house, so plenty of privacy as all of our family rooms are upstairs. You will have breakfast, lunch and dinner every day, with fruit and drink available at all times. As we are a large family we tend to do large meals in the evening, such as Curries, Shepherd's Pie, Stews, Pizzas/Pastas/Salad etc. Lunch will be sandwiches and fruit/yogurt. Breakfast will be cereals, toast, or bacon & eggs.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    We can pick you up from Almeria, Murcia airports
    We are both laid back and have no strict schedule with the work, although everyday we will expect between 4-5 hours of work, depending on what we are doing and what progress we are making :) There are plenty of mountains walks, we have mountain bikes you can use, there are bars and restaurants and 4 convenience stores in the village.
    Thermal pools and lakes 40 mins drive. You will be included on days out if you wish to join us.
    Hope to hear from you
    Cori and Joel, Shepherd’s Rest

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    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    We have fibre optic internet with speeds up to 100mb. We have internet access in many areas of the house and bedrooms.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

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    My animals / pets

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The image depicts a charming white house with a teal door, surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant flowers, exuding a sense of serenity and warmth.
A man and woman are walking their dog on a leash, with the man holding the leash in his right hand and the woman holding it in her left. The dog is a medium-sized breed.
The image depicts a group of people gathered around a horse and rider on a road, set against a backdrop of houses and hills.
A woman sits at a blue table on a patio, eating and holding an umbrella, with a dog nearby, set against a picturesque landscape.
The image depicts a man taking a selfie on a rocky hillside, with a child standing behind him and a mountainous landscape in the background under a blue sky.
The image depicts a man and woman standing together on a wooden bench, with the woman\'s arm around the man\'s waist, in a wooded area on a sunny day.
A woman and a child walk through a field of red flowers towards a white house with a mountainous backdrop on a sunny day.
The image shows a selfie of a man and woman on a beach, with the ocean and sand visible behind them, and another person standing in the background.
The image depicts a cozy living room with a brown couch, white rug, and dark wood furniture, featuring a fireplace and TV, with a mirror reflecting the hallway.
The image depicts a serene courtyard with a blue door, stone steps, and a fire pit, surrounded by lush greenery and a car parked in the background.
A young boy stands on a metal roof, surrounded by a tree, motorcycle, and debris, with a mountainous landscape visible in the background under a clear blue sky.
The image depicts four children standing in a field of wildflowers, with two older children holding a baby and a younger child, all surrounded by a serene natural setting.
The image depicts a serene scene of a small town\'s main street, featuring a row of buildings, a road, and a sidewalk, with a prominent tree-lined area in the background.
The image depicts two women sitting on a stone bench, engaged in conversation, with one woman\'s hand resting on the other\'s arm, set against a wooded backdrop.

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