Getting involved

To get involved, write to the secretary. Skilled and unskilled help welcome.

September 2008

There is important building work being undertaken at Chisholme which could really use your help. See the Working at Chisholme page for details.

Volunteering

The Gift of Time and Expertise

Volunteers are a vital part of life at Chisholme. The School could not have been built, nor now be maintained without the support of many dedicated volunteers. Working in Chisholme as a volunteer can be a great way to connect with one’s self and with others sharing a common aim.

If you would like to be involved in one of the areas of work listed below, then please write to the secretary. Most volunteers make a financial contribution to their stay (see costs). However, Chisholme is happy to welcome a limited number of volunteers at any one time, who are willing to work in exchange for free board and lodgings.

Both the main house and the farm steading are in the process of being upgraded. A number of major and minor building projects are ongoing or proposed, and both skilled and unskilled help with these is most welcome.

Equally, there are countless jobs to be done on the estate, in the large organic garden, and in the house and kitchen. Some are highly skilled, or physically demanding, others not. 

However, Chisholme is first and foremost a school. It has a spiritual focus.  The best way of being at Chisholme is by participating fully in all the school has to offer.  Volunteers are welcome to join the introductory courses if they wish.  Course fees in such situations can be waived, according to circumstances.