Școala Altfel in Jurilovca, in the yard of Ferma Lipovenesc
Where lessons come with smiles, not slates: animals to feed, creative workshops and outdoor play, close to Constanța and Tulcea.
Book a dayGreen Week (Săptămâna Verde)The place where children learn through play
Looking for a safe, clean and lively place for Școala Altfel in Jurilovca? In the yard of Ferma Lipovenesc children paint, feed animals and grin from ear to ear, the teachers enjoy some peace, and the parents know they have made a good choice.
You will find us in Jurilovca, Tulcea County, easy to reach from Constanța and Tulcea. The activities combine play, learning and the genuine nature of a Lipovan village at the edge of the Danube Delta.
The official programme is published on edu.ro. For classes coming in spring or summer we also run Green Week (Săptămâna Verde).
A Școala Altfel day in Jurilovca
The children meet the farm animals and take part in creative workshops. Tap a photo to see it full size.
The alpacas
Piciu, Nino and Mexi eat from your hand and, in our yard, they don’t spit. The children learn what an alpaca eats and how to stroke it properly.
The goats and the donkeys
The goats Oana, Nadia, Ema and Kozel, who is crazy about cabbage, and the donkeys Rita and Luna, gentle and always keen on a carrot.
Bamby and Luța Mieluța
Bamby, the mini Shetland pony, and Luța Mieluța the sheep, best friend of Piciu the alpaca.
Painting on wood or canvas
The children paint on fretwork wood or on canvas, at tables set right in the yard, with the animals all around.
Painting with coloured sand
Every child goes home with their own picture made of coloured sand.
The garden and lunch
The children see how vegetables grow in the garden. If you like, we also serve lunch in the yard, at 40 lei per child.
The dogs and cats
Aki, the English setter who loves children, Beto, who wants to be stroked non-stop, and Piki, who asks you to open the gate for him. Plus the yard cats.
The yard birds
Japanese silkie chickens, runner ducks and geese. The children teach their classmates how to catch a hen before she runs off.
Outdoor play
They run, laugh and play in the yard of about 7,000 m², between the garden, the animals and the reed-roofed houses.
Școala Altfel at the farm, step by step
- ArrivalWe meet you in the farm car park and you get to know your hosts.
- The animalsThe children feed and stroke the alpacas, the goats, the donkeys and Bamby the pony.
- The workshopsPainting on wood, on canvas or with coloured sand.
- LunchOptional, served in the yard.
- Play and photosFree time in the yard. The teachers take the group photos, then we head home.
The order may change depending on the children’s age and the weather.
Why schools choose our yard
- They know exactly where the children are going: a real, clean place, with no surprises.
- Parents can come along with the group, for a relaxed day outdoors.
- Little ones learn through play, not sitting on a chair.
- The children get something meaningful, not just “another outing”.
- The yard covers about 7,000 m², enough room for the whole group to run around safely, and the car park is about 500 m².
Who will welcome you in the yard
Daniela Sterea
She is just as gentle with animals as she is with children. A family and children photographer with more than 14 years of photo sessions, she handles the little ones with lots of patience.
Marian Sterea
A professional photographer since 2009 and the yard’s handyman. He takes part in the activities and helps children get close to the animals.
What teachers and parents say
Photos from Școala Altfel
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How to book a Școala Altfel day in Jurilovca
If you are a teacher or a parent and want your group to spend an educational, joyful day, write to us or give us a call.
- Call us at 0723 898 529 or write to us on WhatsApp.
- Tell us the date you would like, the number of children, their ages and whether you would like lunch.
- Book at least one week ahead, ideally as soon as you set the Școala Altfel dates.
- Find us on Google Maps, at Str. 1 Mai nr. 40, Jurilovca.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Școala Altfel cost at Ferma Lipovenesc?
90 lei (about 18 euros) per child. Lunch in the yard is optional and costs 40 lei per child (crispy strips, chips and sauce). Children with special needs come free of charge.
How long does a full programme last?
The programme lasts up to 3 hours, but it can be adapted to the children’s age and the group’s choices.
How old should the children be?
The activities suit pre-school children, primary school (preparatory class and grades 1 to 4) and lower secondary school, grades 5 to 8.
Can parents come too?
Yes. Accompanying adults are welcome, and the place is open and friendly for the whole family.
Is any special equipment needed?
No, just comfortable shoes, clothes that can get dirty and a mood for play. If it has rained, rubber boots are the best choice: this is a country yard, not tarmac.
Do children with special needs pay?
No, children with special needs come free of charge.
How far ahead do we need to book?
At least one week ahead. Ideally, call us as soon as the school sets the Școala Altfel dates, because the days fill up quickly.
Where is the farm and is there parking?
Ferma Lipovenesc is at Str. 1 Mai nr. 40, in Jurilovca, Tulcea County, easy to reach from Constanța and Tulcea. There is a car park of about 500 m².
What is the difference from Green Week?
The activities are similar, only the period differs: schools schedule Școala Altfel and Green Week at different times of the year. Green Week has its own separate page.
Who takes the photos?
The teachers take the group photos. For a professional photo session with the animals, contact Daniela and Marian Sterea, professional photographers, at +40 723 898 529.
