We would like to inform all prospective participants for the upcoming awards that entries will be grouped based on the type of educational institutions.
• Foreign Language Schools
• State Schools
• Private Schools
We believe that this categorization will help ensure fairness and relevancy in the evaluation process, allowing each group to compete on a level playing field.
Submission Fees
*Public schools of primary, secondary or tertiary education are entitled to one free entry.
Single entry
225 € + 24% VAT
2-5 entries
€195/entry + 24% VAT
5+ entries
€176/entry + 24% VAT
Click on each section to view the categories
AI in Language Teaching
Artificial intelligence is changing the way we teach, prepare lessons and support learners. This Award celebrates the practical use of AI to improve language teaching and learning. Whether it helps create lesson materials, provide feedback, assess writing, personalise learning, support speaking practice or reduce everyday workload, it recognises ideas that make a real difference to teachers and students.Enter this category if... you use artificial intelligence to make language teaching more effective, save time, improve feedback, personalise learning or help your students achieve better learning outcomes.
Digital Innovation in Language Learning
Digital technology is opening up new ways for students to learn, communicate and collaborate. This Award celebrates creative uses of digital tools that make language learning more engaging, interactive and meaningful. Whether through learning platforms, educational apps, blended learning, podcasts, digital storytelling, virtual exchanges, gamification or other digital resources, it recognises ideas that enrich the learning experience and help students use language with confidence.
This category focuses on digital technologies other than artificial intelligence. AI-based projects should be entered in the “AI in Language Teaching” category.Enter this category if... you use digital tools, platforms or online technologies other than AI to make language learning more engaging, interactive and effective.
Community and Collaboration
This Award celebrates projects that bring students, teachers, schools, parents and the wider community together through shared learning experiences. Whether through teamwork, partnerships, cultural exchanges, community projects or international collaboration, it recognises initiatives that build connections, encourage participation and make language learning more meaningful.Enter this category if... your project brought students, teachers, schools, parents or the wider community together to learn, share ideas or work towards a common goal.
Excellence in School Events
School events create memories that last long after the lesson has ended. This Award celebrates schools that organise events which inspire, engage and bring people together through language learning. Whether through performances, competitions, festivals, exhibitions, cultural celebrations or community events, it recognises activities that encourage participation, strengthen school spirit and create meaningful experiences for students.Enter this category if... your school has organised an event that brought language learning to life and created a memorable experience for students.
Supporting Diverse Learners
This Award celebrates educators who recognise and respond to the diverse needs of their students, creating learning experiences where everyone can participate, make progress and succeed. It recognises thoughtful teaching, flexible approaches and meaningful support that help every learner reach their full potential.Enter this category if... you adapt your teaching to help learners with different abilities, backgrounds or learning needs participate, make progress and succeed.
Teaching Adults
Adult learners come to the classroom with different goals, experiences and motivations. This Award celebrates teachers who understand their needs and create practical, engaging lessons that help adults communicate with confidence and achieve their personal, professional or academic goals.Enter this category if... you teach adult learners and your lessons help them achieve their personal, professional or academic goals through practical and engaging language learning.
Teaching Teenagers
Teaching teenagers is one of the most rewarding and demanding areas of language education. This Award celebrates teachers who want to inspire and engage teenage learners through meaningful teaching and learning experiences. It recognises those who help young people build confidence, strengthen their communication skills and develop a lasting connection with language learning.Enter this category if... you teach teenagers and your lessons help them stay motivated, build confidence and develop the language skills they need for school, exams and life beyond the classroom.
Teaching Primary School Students
This Award celebrates teachers who create enjoyable learning experiences that help children build confidence, develop their language skills and discover a love of learning. It recognises teaching that makes young learners feel curious, motivated and eager to take part in every lesson.Enter this category if... you teach primary school students and create enjoyable learning experiences that help children build confidence, develop their language skills and enjoy learning English.
Creativity in Language Teaching
Every memorable lesson starts with a creative idea. This Award celebrates teachers who bring language learning to life through imaginative lessons, engaging activities and fresh approaches that spark curiosity and encourage students to take part. Whether through games, storytelling, projects, music, art or original classroom ideas, it recognises teaching that makes learning enjoyable, meaningful and memorable.Enter this category if... your lessons regularly encourage students to explore, create, communicate and enjoy learning through imaginative classroom activities.
Excellence in Teaching Foreign Languages
Successful language teaching is built on consistency. This Award celebrates teachers whose everyday classroom practice helps students make steady progress through clear planning, effective teaching and a deep understanding of their learners’ needs. It recognises teaching systems and classroom routines that deliver positive learning outcomes year after year.
Enter this category if... your teaching consistently helps students make progress year after year through effective classroom practice, even if you haven't introduced a new methodology or innovative project.
Innovation in language learning
Innovation is about finding better ways to help students learn. This Award celebrates teachers, schools and organisations that introduce new ideas, approaches or ways of working that improve language learning. Whether large or small, every innovation should have one goal: helping students learn more effectively, participate more actively and achieve better outcomes.Enter this category if... you have introduced a new idea, approach or way of working that has made a real difference to language learning.
Storytelling and Drama in Language Learning
This Award celebrates teachers who use storytelling, role-play, drama and performance to make learning more engaging and meaningful. It recognises activities that encourage students to communicate with confidence, use their imagination and develop their language skills through active participation.Enter this category if... you use storytelling, role-play, drama or performance to help students communicate more confidently and make language learning more enjoyable.
Teaching for Raising Awareness for Social Issues
This Award celebrates teachers who use real-life social, cultural and global issues to make language learning more meaningful. It recognises projects and activities that encourage students to think, discuss, collaborate and become active, responsible members of their communities.Enter this category if... you use real-world social, cultural or global issues to help students develop their language skills while encouraging discussion, critical thinking and active participation.
Teaching through Arts & Crafts
This Award celebrates teachers who use creative, hands-on activities to make language learning more enjoyable and memorable. Whether through drawing, painting, making, designing or other creative projects, it recognises ideas that encourage communication, creativity and active participation in the classroom.Enter this category if... you use arts, crafts and hands-on activities to help students communicate, explore ideas and enjoy learning English.
Educational Influence Award
This Award celebrates schools, teachers and organisations that use social media, websites, newsletters, podcasts, videos or other digital platforms to share knowledge, inspire others and support the wider language teaching community. It recognises those who create valuable content, encourage meaningful conversations and make a positive contribution beyond their own classroom or school.Enter this category if... you regularly share ideas, resources or experiences through social media, websites, newsletters, podcasts, videos or other digital platforms that support and inspire the educational community.
Inspiring Learning Spaces
This Award celebrates schools that have created learning environments where students feel motivated, engaged and ready to explore. Whether through flexible classrooms, innovative learning areas, technology, reading corners or outdoor spaces, it recognises environments that enrich the language learning experience and support every learner’s success.
Enter this category if... you have created learning spaces that inspire students, encourage participation and make language learning more enjoyable.
Educational Business Award
Running a successful school or educational business takes more than great teaching. It also requires vision, leadership and smart business decisions. This Award celebrates schools and educational organisations that embrace new ideas, grow sustainably and build strong, successful businesses while continuing to provide high-quality education.Enter this category if... your school or educational business has grown through innovation, strong leadership and smart business decisions while continuing to provide high-quality education.
Wellbeing in Education
This Award celebrates educators, schools and organisations that place wellbeing at the heart of education. It recognises initiatives that promote positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, belonging and a healthy learning culture, helping students and educators thrive both personally and academically.Enter this category if... you have created initiatives that support the wellbeing of students or teachers and help make your school a happier, healthier and more supportive place to learn and work.
Investing in Teachers
This Award celebrates schools that invest in the professional growth and success of their teaching staff. It recognises initiatives that provide meaningful opportunities for learning, mentoring, collaboration and continuous development, helping teachers build their skills, confidence and expertise throughout their careers.Enter this category if... your school believes that investing in teachers is the best way to improve learning and has created opportunities for teachers to learn and grow.
Educator of the Year Award
The Educator of the Year Award recognises a teacher whose commitment to teaching, professional growth and the wider language teaching community has made a lasting difference to students, colleagues and the profession. It celebrates a teacher who inspires others through their classroom practice, shares knowledge and contributes to the future of language education.Enter this category if... your work has made a lasting difference not only to your students, but also to your colleagues and the wider language teaching community through your teaching, professional development and contribution to the profession.
School of the Year Award
A great school is more than a place where students learn. It is a place where teachers, students and parents work together to create a positive learning community. The School of the Year Award celebrates a school that combines high-quality teaching, strong leadership, continuous improvement and a genuine commitment to its students, staff and the wider community.Enter this category if... your school has created a positive learning environment where students and teachers thrive, while demonstrating strong leadership, continuous improvement and a commitment to the wider community.
Behind every successful school or educational organisation is a leader who inspires people, supports their team and creates opportunities for others to succeed. The Educational Leader of the Year Award celebrates an individual whose leadership, vision and commitment have helped their organisation grow, strengthen its reputation and make a lasting contribution to language education.Enter this category if... your leadership has created a positive culture, supported your team and helped your organisation achieve long-term success.
Educational Leader of the Year
Behind every successful school or educational organisation is a leader who inspires people, supports their team and creates opportunities for others to succeed. The Educational Leader of the Year Award celebrates an individual whose leadership, vision and commitment have helped their organisation grow, strengthen its reputation and make a lasting contribution to language education.Enter this category if... your leadership has created a positive culture, supported your team and helped your organisation achieve long-term success.
