Figured out the meaning of your life yet?
We're a charity and a school of philosophy, dedicated to helping people like you find meaning in their lives by exploring timeless, universal wisdom.
Philosophy doesn't feed you answers. It helps you to think and to ask the right questions. It points to some useful directions where your search for meaning may bear fruit.
Try out the philosophic principles for yourself, gaining direct, personal experience.
Then share and discuss in the group with your fellow seekers, under the guidance of an experienced tutor.
Real understanding and wisdom then begins to dawn.
Deep experience
We've been running philosophy classes for adults here in Hertfordshire for more than 50 years. Over 1,500 people have benefited from their experience with us. We offer a continuous pathway of courses and groups, so many of our students opt to return for a further term or more. As a registered charity, we are strictly non-profit and no one in the School is paid for their teaching work.
Tuesday evening discussions that could change your life!
Our next introductory course - autumn 2026 - enrol now
Our eleven-session introductory course Philosophy 1: Wisdom is a great way to begin exploring life's big questions in a fun and accessible way with a group of like-minded others.
Lots, lots more to support your learning...
The ten interactive discussions are supported by a suite of learning materials:
- Learning modules on all the key themes, which you can study at home in your own time.
- Practice sheets to support your practice and record your observations
- Study and Practice Day at an inspiring countryside retreat - a great way to consolidate your learning
- A YouTube channel packed with great FREE content. Learn about Plato's Cave, Stoic philosophy, why study Sanskrit and the joy of Meditation. And more.
- Our popular Philosophy Cafe brings people together from all over the country on Zoom for a facilitated, themed discussion. The sessions are great fun and FREE, so no need to attend every week. If you're craving some good company, this is the perfect solution. More details here.
So much more to experience!
For students enrolled on one of our courses, we can offer support and tuition to establish a daily practice of mantra meditation. Join the thousands of others who have taken up this authentic, traditional meditation practice since we first offered it in the 1960s.
Also for our existing students, we offer a range of weekend or week-long retreats to help deepen both understanding and stillness.
Check us out
Here are some pages you may find helpful in finding out more about our School and its offerings:
See also our Online Courses page
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