It is important that schools get involved now in planning for the opportunities available through the Erasmus+ programme. We started our engagement of Newcastle schools this month with a briefing on 11 June and are following up to provide ongoing support for involvement in the Erasmus+ programme.
Schools are asked to complete an Expression of Interest form to help us provide the relevant support and keep you up to date with developments and opportunities.
- Click here to download the summary presentation about Erasmus+ opportunities, support for Newcastle schools and what you can do to get ready for Erasmus+ in your school and/or Trust
- Click here to complete the Expression of Interest form for Newcastle schools as soon as possible to inform us how you want to be involved and if you are interested in new partnerships.
- Contact sarah.edgar@newcastle.gov.uk if you have questions
There is a lot of activity underway to promote the opportunities nationally, led by the EU in partnership with the UK Government and British Council, the national lead for Erasmus+. International Newcastle’s CEO, Dimitra Boutsioukis and Sarah Edgar (Newcastle City Council, School Effectiveness) are involved in national groups to prepare for our schools’ engagement in Erasmus+ and will be providing support to schools, in particular.
We have a strong track record in supporting schools to develop international partnerships and funding for international visits. We want to ensure that we can help schools get ready for Erasmus+ and the many wider opportunities available through this programme. The programme will open for applications in November, with a deadline of February or March 2027 and funding outcomes in June-August 2027 – but action is required now.
Find out more about Erasmus+ and stay informed
- Click here to find out more about Erasmus+ opportunities for the UK, including:
- more about the programme and the types of projects it covers
- more about opportunities by sector (education, training, youth and sport)
- how to apply, eligibility for Erasmus+ and how to start your Erasmus+ journey
- Sign up to the Erasmus+ UK newsletter to keep up to date with news and opportunities
- Follow Erasmus+ UK on social media: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X
- Attend webinars for your sector to learn more about the opportunities available and how to apply for funding
- Familiarise yourself with the Erasmus+ programme and decide on the type of project you would like to deliver – a mobility project or a partnership project.
- You can browse previous projects for inspiration on the Erasmus+ website Think about how your idea supports the Erasmus+ priorities
- Identify potential partners from outside the UK that you’d like to work with (note International Newcastle and Newcastle City Council will support you with finding partners)