An extensive study of over 300 pages was produced to explore the factors influencing school segregation in four countries. To support the clarity of the project, a glossary was created defining frequently used terms. Additionally, the first methodology and monitoring workshop was successfully held. A comprehensive survey was carried out using a range of techniques, targeting 1,358 schools identified as being at risk of segregation across the four countries. The findings of this survey were compiled into a detailed 120-page report. Alongside this, an impact analysis ran throughout the project, with the results presented in a separate report.
To better understand the quality of statistical data available to measure social inequalities, 12 cross-sectoral think tanks were organised across Europe. These involved 195 key stakeholders from various backgrounds and sectors. Based on this work, a set of recommendations was developed. These recommendations were then shared publicly to encourage wider discussion and invite input from stakeholders and the general public.
In schools facing segregation, community-building activities were carried out across four countries. These reached 3,213 participants directly and over 70,000 people more broadly. A multilingual online platform was developed to help schools communicate with one another and share transformative and successful practices. This platform now contains 129 examples of good practices and 181 institutional profiles. Furthermore, 62 open school class sessions were held, with 2,023 participants attending across the participating countries.
To support stronger connections between schools and universities, eight focus group discussions were organised in three countries. The qualitative data collected from these discussions has been used in a comparative analysis to identify key insights.
A new School Self-Evaluation (SSE) method was developed to support schools in identifying their specific needs and areas for improvement. This approach encouraged self-reflection and allowed for bottom-up improvements within school communities. Interactive online seminars were held to introduce the method, and these were supported by teacher training sessions held during both summer and winter periods.
The project also built strong connections with more than 140 related initiatives. Thirteen awareness-raising events were organised, along with several awareness visits. These activities helped to spread the project's findings and inspire other future initiatives.
Collaboration with other research and innovation partners was supported. Two major outcomes of this were the creation of the online knowledge-sharing portal connecting with other projects, and the publication of a handbook titled Equity in Education: A Handbook for Participative Approaches in Research and Development to Address School Inequalities.
Various communication activities were carried out, including the launch of a website, social media channels, and the production of printed materials. More than 3,000 stakeholders were involved in events, and over 20,000 materials were distributed. Social media campaigns, policy briefs, and international conferences helped to further amplify the project’s impact.
