Nature works in patterns, and one of the most enduring is the power of three. A three-legged stool is famously stable: remove any leg and the structure collapses, but when all three are present, the system balances itself effortlessly.The School of Biophilia stands on its own triadEducation, Design...
Every school, every movement, every meaningful project has a root system, people whose values and practices shape the way everything grows. At The School of Biophilia, those roots are Ann and Amelia, two founders whose distinct pathways converge around a shared belief: biophilia is not a luxury, but...
At this time of year, we’re surrounded by stuff, deadlines, expectations, and the pressure to “wrap everything up before Christmas” But at The School of Biophilia, we believe December is the perfect time to do the opposite: to pause, reconnect, and reorient our attention toward what is alive,...
Reflections on Last Week ; Returning to the Room Through the Lens of LearningIf I could step back into that conference room last week filled with architects, designers, ecologists, psychologists, and friends I would. Not just for the talks, but for the shared energy of people who care about all...
We’re pleased to share that the School of Biophilia has been featured in the Summer 2025 issue of Aspiration Magazine. The article, written by Amelia Chasey MCIAT, Chartered Architectural Technologist, highlights the growing relevance of biophilic design across education, health, and the built...
We were recently guests on the Journal of Biophilic Design podcast — a space we deeply admire for its thoughtful conversations around nature, wellbeing, and the future of design.This episode gave us the space to speak openly about what led to the creation of the School of Biophilia, why we believe...
In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, it’s essential to nurture a deeper connection between children and nature from an early age. Biophilic learning, which integrates the natural world into education, has proven to be a transformative approach, especially for primary school children...
Welcome to the School of Biophilia:Exploring the Vital Connection Between People and Nature At the School of Biophilia, we believe in the transformative power of connecting with the natural world. Whether you're a primary school teacher, a professional seeking to enhance your workspace, or a...
The forest was alive with the kind of energy you can’t fake.It wasn’t structured P.E. or a science lesson squeezed into an outdoor worksheet. It was something different—messier, louder, and more imaginative. A group of children were transforming a cluster of trees into their own world: a café...