CHARACTERISTICS OF THE OFFER OF POLISH EDUCATIONAL FARMS

Abstract

The article aimed to present the offer of educational farms associated with the National Network of Educational Farms (NNEF), including the number of educational programs and the topics of classes, proposals for the provision of accommodation and food services, and addressees of the educational offer. The analysis was based on the information published on the website www.zagrodaedukacyjna.pl, expertise, and information materials of the Agricultural Advisory Center in Brwinów Branch in Kraków, and scientific literature. The research observation covered 297 entities operating in July 2023 throughout Poland. The conducted research shows that the subject of educational activities carried out in farms associated with NNEF was very diverse. Issues related to nature, agriculture, and farming activities as well as traditional food dominated. Many farms dealt with issues related to the cultural heritage of the region or the development of ecological awareness and sensitivity. The vast majority of educational farms also offered recreational activities. It is worth emphasizing that education carried out in homesteads has many didactic and educational values, and can perfectly complement educational activities in kindergartens and education in primary and secondary schools.

Keywords

• National Network of Educational Farms
• educational farm
• education
• farmers
• agritourism farm