Welcome to the ERASMUS+ Programme at The English School

Erasmus+ Accreditation at The English School (2021–2027)
The English School is proud to be one of the first schools in Cyprus to receive Erasmus+ Accreditation, covering the period 2021–2027. This prestigious recognition highlights our commitment to fostering excellence in education, providing students and staff with opportunities to engage in meaningful collaborations across Europe.
What Does Erasmus+ Accreditation Mean?
Erasmus+ Accreditation is a hallmark of quality, awarded to schools with a clear and strategic plan for using Erasmus+ resources to advance their educational goals. It signifies that The English School:

• Has a strategic Erasmus+ Plan aligned with long-term priorities, such as enhancing teaching quality, promoting inclusion, and fostering European identity.
• Demonstrates the capacity to deliver high-impact projects, such as student mobilities, professional training, and collaborative initiatives.
• Is dedicated to promoting European values, including inclusion, diversity, and democratic participation.

With streamlined access to Erasmus+ funding, we have been able to expand the scope of our international activities, ensuring lasting benefits for our students, staff, and school community.
The Benefits for Our School
Erasmus+ Accreditation has allowed us to make significant strides in enriching education at The English School. Key benefits include:

1. Sustained Partnerships with European Schools:
   1. Through Erasmus+, we have maintained strong collaborations with schools in Germany, Portugal, Finland, Italy, France, and Sweden.
   2. These partnerships allow students and staff to engage in cross-cultural projects that enhance learning and foster mutual understanding.
2. Professional Development for Staff:
   1. Erasmus+ funding has enabled our staff to be trained in innovative methodologies and approaches used at EU schools.
   2. Collaborations with Teacher Academies across Europe ensure that our staff benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities.
   3. Invited experts from EU institutions visited our school to deliver tailored training sessions, equipping our staff with innovative strategies to improve teaching and learning.
3. Skill Development for Students:
   1. Student mobilities, including group exchanges and collaborative projects, enhance communication, adaptability, and teamwork.
   2. Students improve their language skills while exploring the rich cultural heritage of Europe.
   3. Project work fosters critical thinking and awareness of European identity, promoting inclusion and tolerance.
4. Curriculum Innovation:
   1. Erasmus+ has supported the integration of Project-Based Learning (PBL) and STEAM education into our curriculum.
   2. These approaches enable students to connect classroom learning with real-world challenges, emphasizing sustainability, global citizenship, and well-being.
5. Promoting Inclusion and Diversity:
   1. Our Erasmus+ projects celebrate European diversity, creating a school culture that values inclusion, tolerance, and active citizenship.
   2. Activities are designed to address the needs of all students, including those with SEN and G&T, ensuring everyone benefits from the program.
6. Empowering Staff as Leaders of Change:
   1. Staff members participate in leadership training and job shadowing opportunities at partner schools, equipping them to implement innovative changes at our school.
   2. Training in topics like emotional intelligence, dynamic team building, and effective line management ensures that staff are prepared to lead in a collaborative and supportive environment.

How Erasmus+ Activities Enrich Our Community
The Erasmus+ program provides funding for a wide range of activities that directly benefit our school community:

• Student Mobilities: Opportunities for students to collaborate with peers across Europe, developing language skills, confidence, and a sense of European citizenship.
• Staff Training and Job Shadowing: Teachers learn best practices from EU schools, bringing innovative methodologies back to their classrooms.
• Invited Experts: Hosting experts to provide tailored professional development sessions for our staff.
• Collaborations with Teacher Academies: Ensuring ongoing professional growth through partnerships with leading educational institutions across Europe.

A Gateway to Lifelong Opportunities
Our Erasmus+ Accreditation empowers The English School to prepare students and staff for success in an interconnected, globalized world. By prioritizing collaboration, innovation, and inclusion, we are shaping future leaders who are equipped to thrive in any environment.
The English School’s Erasmus+ Accreditation is a testament to our dedication to educational excellence and our commitment to building a more inclusive and sustainable Europe.