Mirleft Cultural Cove
Mirleft Cultural Cove, situated in the charming coastal town of Mirleft, Morocco, offers a four-week worldschooling program designed for children aged 4 to 18. This unique hub emphasizes self-directed learning and cultural immersion, blending hands-on activities with local exploration and community engagement. Children participate in Darija language lessons, traditional crafts, cooking sessions, and outdoor adventures, fostering personal growth and peer connections. The program’s flexible schedule runs from 10 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Thursday, and 10 AM to 12 PM on Fridays. Parents are encouraged to allow children to explore independently, but family activities on Fridays create opportunities for shared learning experiences.
Upcoming session dates:
February 1–March 1, 2025
March 31–April 27, 2025
May 4–May 31, 2025.
Mirleft Cultural Cove’s website: https://www.mirleftculturalcove.com
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Meet the Team
The hub is led by a passionate trio with diverse backgrounds:
- Aliyah Santos: A worldschooling mom of four with six years of experience, Aliyah holds a Social Work degree and has expertise in Early Childhood Education, freelance writing, and business management. Her leadership and dedication drive the hub’s mission to create meaningful educational opportunities for families.
- Hassnae Iguid: A certified nurse and first aid provider, Hassnae offers deep knowledge of Amazigh and Moroccan culture. Her multifaceted background includes work in education, non-profits, and hospitality, making her an invaluable resource for translation, transportation, and local insights.
- Hafid Sebai: A Mirleft native and “beach expert,” Hafid brings extensive knowledge of the local environment. His expertise in fishing, surfing, and outdoor activities enriches the hub’s offerings, ensuring a well-rounded and adventurous experience for participants.
Venue Details
Mirleft Cultural Cove is situated in the heart of Mirleft, a picturesque town in southern Morocco known for its stunning beaches and vibrant culture. The venue serves as a hub for learning and connection, offering a safe and flexible environment where children can explore their interests. Nearby beaches, caves, and markets provide the perfect backdrop for activities, while local partnerships support sustainable development goals and empower youth and women in the community. Families are encouraged to immerse themselves in the local culture, fostering deeper understanding and shared experiences.
Cancellation Policy
A 40% deposit is required to secure a child’s spot in the program. This deposit is fully refundable up to 45 days before the hub’s start date. Cancellations made within 45 days of the start date will forfeit 40% of the deposit to cover administrative and material costs. Once the hub begins, partial refunds are considered only in exceptional circumstances, such as serious illness, injury, death in the immediate family, unforeseen travel restrictions, or if a child is unable to manage themselves at the hub. Documentation is required for these cases, and refunds are calculated based on attendance and incurred expenses.
What's Included
The program includes children’s activities from 10 AM to 3 PM, Monday through Friday, for four weeks, along with snacks and lunch during these days. Materials and supplies for activities, local field trips, assistance with organizing accommodations, and taxi coordination from Agadir are also provided. Families benefit from childcare during Mom’s/Dad’s Night Out, as well as family educational time where children can share what they’ve learned.
What’s Not Included:
Reviews
Culturally connected and immersed with the local community. Wide range of varied activities to suit different interests. The greatest aspect (from a parent’s perspective) was the hosts and their hub leaders went way above and beyond what you would expect. They listened to feedback, were responsive to the needs of the kids, and adjusted accordingly.
A couple of examples of going the extra mile:
– Helped organise accommodation, ensuring it was of good standard and liaised with landlords.
– Arranged transport from the airport to the accommodation and met you on arrival.
– Did a town walk around to help families familiarise themselves with the area (best place to get fruit and veggies, meat, general groceries, bakery, takeaway, etc.).
– Collected and dropped off the kids before and after the hub every day.
– Changed the itinerary of activities when needed following feedback from the kids on what would engage them the most.
Involved them in community projects tailored to the interests of the kids.
– Offered leadership roles and responsibilities to the older teens.
– Had a great mix of culturally based activities, ones just for fun, nature-based, as well as “field trips.”
Was it perfect? No… sometimes communication was a little sparse (but only occasionally), but given this was the first time they had run the hub, it was exceptional. What I admire is the willingness to constantly improve, which I see through the changes they have made to their next hubs, directly based on the feedback they received.
How refreshing to have hub creators/leaders that really listen, respond, and act.