Community-based learning in a Danish municipality

Faaborg-Midtfyn Municipality has just released Giv Plads - Fællesskab, Leg og Læring i Praksis – a visionary programme description that sets a new direction for schools and early childhood settings.

The publication outlines a bold shift: from inclusion to participation. It calls for environments where all children can thrive in everyday learning communities – regardless of their needs or backgrounds.

Rooted in the belief that children’s development is shaped through meaningful relationships, the programme promotes collaboration across schools, nurseries, families, and civil society.

It’s not just a vision – it’s a call to action. With strong political backing and insights from pilot projects and Nordic best practice, the initiative is already underway.

The publication is aimed at professionals, leaders, and policymakers, and will be followed by tailored versions for parents, children, and community partners. not a box has assisted with strategy development and editorial work on the publication itself.

Together, we’re building the foundation for balanced, thriving childhoods – in Faaborg-Midtfyn and beyond.