The study focused on the lived experiences of elementary learners in a school-less community. Its main purpose is to determine the struggles and coping mechanisms employed by these learners in obtaining basic education. This phenomenological research anchored on the Theory of Scarcity, utilized a researcher-made interview guide and focused group discussions to extract valid information from six elementary learner-participants, who were exclusively residents of Barangay Tabangka, one of the school-less communities in Numancia, Aklan. The data gathering process took place from October to December 2023. The lived experiences of school-less community learners in Barangay Tabangka involved a complex interplay of challenges, practical considerations, and personal preferences, shaping their educational journey with factors such as daily commute challenges, proximity to educational resources, and enjoyable aspects of education. The struggles encompassed financial constraints, safety concerns, difficulties in carrying books, and limited access to educational resources. Despite these challenges, learners exhibited resilience and resourcefulness, through the presence of family and community support and collaboration. Recommendations were made for learners to maintain a steadfast commitment to their studies, fostering a positive mindset, creating realistic study routines, seeking support, and embracing resilience with the help of the entire school community. Focusing on learners from Barangay Tabangka may limit the applicability of these findings to other communities. This implies that while the insights gained are valuable within the context of Barangay Tabangka, these should not be directly generalized to broader communities with different socio-economic backgrounds.