Examples of Projects

Description of the Project/ Objectives: 

The project “School and Social Inclusion Actions” which is co-funded by the European Social Fund aims to mitigate the negative impact of the economic crisis on education and to prevent social exclusion of vulnerable groups of pupils. The various measures offered in 96 schools at pre-primary, primary, secondary and technical education levels in Cyprus and include, among others, the following:

• Provision of morning and afternoon programmes for reinforcing learning and creativity of pupils and their families
• Psychosocial support for pupils and their families through the establishment of “Information and Social-emotional Support Centres) 
• Supporting technological school equipment.

Expected Results: 
By so far,  14% of total student population (15.000 students) have been benefited by actions provided through the project. The project’s objective is to cover 15% of the student population by 2020.

Implementation Period: 2015 – 2023
Total Budget (€): 29 mln
ESF contribution (€):85%
Implementing Body: Ministry of Education and Culture 

Further Information:  
Tel: 22800780, Email: drase@schools.ac.cy