The Goldsmiths’ Grant for Teachers is being introduced in 2008 to provide teachers and head teachers with an opportunity to take time out from the classroom in order to undertake a project of their choice, in the UK or abroad, aimed at enhancing their personal and professional development. The grant will offset the cost of travel, accommodation and tuition fees, as well as contributing to the cost of supply cover.
All proposed projects will be considered by a selection panel drawn from the Goldsmiths’ Company’s Education Committee. Examples of projects that would be looked on favourably include:
- Comparisons of best practice in teaching and school administration, at home or abroad
- Leadership training courses
- Personal development courses – eg creative writing, arts, languages etc.
- Syllabus-related travel
- Secondment to business/industry/media
The Goldsmiths’ Grant for Teachers forms part of the long-term commitment of the Goldsmiths’ Company to support teachers and headteachers in the United Kingdom.
Guidelines for grant applicants:
a. Applicants should have a minimum of 5 years’ practical school teaching experience in the UK
b. Projects/courses should last 4–6 weeks, preferably during term time
c. Applicants may propose established courses or original projects
d. Applications will be judged on their potential to enhance a teacher’s professional life
e. Grants will cover travel, accommodation and tuition costs up to a maximum of £3,000. In addition the Goldsmiths’ Company will meet the cost of up to four weeks’ supply cover.
f. Projects should be undertaken between May 2009 and July 2010
Closing Date for Applications: 1 Dec 2008.
Download a Grant Application Form.
For further details contact: The Assistant Clerk, The Goldsmiths' Company, Goldsmiths' Hall, Foster Lane, London EC2V 6BN Telephone: 020 7606 7010
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