Spanish School Uncovers 6,000-Year-Old Secret: A Neolithic Classroom

In the quiet town of Canovelles, near Barcelona, students of the Escola Els Quatre Vents are enjoying a history lesson unlike any other. Their school building was constructed above a remarkably preserved Neolithic settlement, dating back more than 6,000 years. This remarkable discovery, initially threatening the school's construction a decade ago, has instead become an integral part of the students' education. "We've been able to combine the archaeological site and the school, creating a unique learning environment," explains Jessica Caurin, the school's director. The students have the privilege of exploring the site, which includes the remains of huts and ovens, providing a hands-on experience of life in the Neolithic period. Jordi Roig, an archaeologist, comments on the site's exceptional preservation, "The settlement was sealed by the alluvial deposits from the adjacent rivers, preserving the remains intact." This initiative transforms the learning experience, turning history into a tangible and engaging reality for the students, demonstrating how historical preservation and modern education can coexist successfully.