Education, a complex tapestry of philosophical ideals is examined through the lens of first principles and fundamental questions. The utilitarian objectives of education, aiming to create a workforce and foster freedom set the stage for a deeper exploration. Epistemology, the study of knowledge, takes precedence over ontology in the educational context, emphasising the practicality of learning. Constructivism emerges as a philosophically rich framework, accommodating first order questions and the limitations of a purely positivist approach. We navigate through the philosophical elements of education, with a focus on freedom as a cornerstone. Kants views highlight the importance of experience, while Kant and Hegel assert morality and ethics derive from individual freedoms. The collective education ethos, rooted in utilitarianism, harmonises individual and societal freedoms through Hegels dialectic. Constructivism as the chosen epistemological approach integrates seamlessly into experiential learning and supports the inadequacies of positivism by addressing more clearly the social moral and ethical dimensions of education. The constructivist paradigm transforms education into a dynamic tool, it not only equips individuals for societal roles but also nurtures autonomous thinking capable of positively influencing society.