At Wholesome Family Supports, we call the Ubud Family Experience a “retreat-camp” — because it’s all about respite and relaxation for parents, and the fun and excitement of school camp for kids.
Children spend their days (8:30 am – 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday) immersed in a joyful mix of environmental science, creativity, art, and cultural exploration, all set within the lush rice paddies of Empathy School in Ubud. And best of all — no lunchboxes required! Empathy School provides wholesome meals and delivers a strengths-based, Steiner–Montessori-inspired educational experience designed to nurture curiosity and confidence in young learners.
While the kids are happily engaged at school, parents and caregivers can slow down, recharge, and reconnect with themselves. Join in a complimentary nurturing workshop, breathwork or yoga class, explore Ubud’s vibrant surrounds, or simply unwind by the pool all onsite at our accommodation. After your morning buffet breakfast, wave the kids off and let the day unfold at your own pace — until they return, smiling and full of stories, at 4 pm.
The entire program has been thoughtfully created to take the guesswork out of family travel. We understand how demanding parenting can be, so rest easy knowing that your family’s comfort and needs are well cared for. From grouped accommodation, daily meals, and enriching activities to inspiring extra-curricular experiences and recreational outings, we take care of the details so you can simply arrive, exhale, and enjoy this transformative experience together.
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6 hours daily for 5 days, including two organic plant-based meals and snacks each day at Empathy School.
Engaging activities for children, with parents welcome to join.
6 nights (Sun - Sat) in an exclusive group booking at Tulus Hati Ubud, including a daily buffet breakfast.
Enjoy entertainment, live Balinese music, fun activities, and a buffet dinner to start and end the experience.
Accommodation-based activities for children facilitated by local Nanny's and WFS Facilitators.
Join your fellow families for a visit to the family-focused Titi Batu Club or Volcano.
Morning and afternoon transport between the accommodation and Empathy School for children (parents welcome to accompany kids on those more challenging mornings).
Morning yoga, breathwork, meditation, and creativity classes for parents and caregivers.
On-call assistance and tourism advice from Empathy School, Tulus Hati, and Wholesome Family Supports.
These once in a lifetime experiences guide young learners through a journey of creative, hands-on, and collaborative project-based learning, focusing on social-emotional growth and meaningful connections with international peers.
Designed to inspire and broaden young minds, and give parents well-deserved respite, this all-inclusive 5-day tuition + 6-night accommodation package offers a wonderful respite for caregivers, allowing both children and adults to create lasting memories together. Offered year-round, this unique experience has been thoughtfully crafted to spark curiosity, creativity, and joy in today’s young learners while giving caregivers a chance to recharge. So, let us handle the details as you embark on a journey to explore, connect, and grow as a family.
Each "retreat-camp" offers a unique blend of environmental science, engaging physical activities, art, creativity, and cultural immersion—all set within the beautiful rice paddies of Empathy School in Ubud. Empathy School delivers a strengths-based educational experience tailored to young learners, while Wholesome Family Supports, the official agent for Empathy School International for families from internationally, ensures your family’s every comfort and logistical need is met. From grouped accommodation, daily meals, and transfers to enriching extra-curricular activities and recreational outings, we handle all the details so you can fully enjoy this transformative experience together.
We affectionately refer to the Ubud Family Experience as a ‘retreat-camp’, because each one offers a unique blend of environmental science, engaging physical activities, art, creativity, and cultural immersion for both parents and children, while also offering parents a perfect way to unwind. Children attend the beautiful Empathy School in Ubud, which delivers a strengths-based educational experience tailored to young learners over a five day period. Meanwhile, all parents get to unwind while participating in various holistic relaxation activities.
Whether you’re looking for a meaningful family retreat, a holistic education journey, or a supportive travel experience for your child, we’re here to make it seamless and rewarding. Let’s create something beautiful together.