Schola Empirica, z.s.

Programme
Skills Builder: Supporting Development of 21st Century Skills in VET and secondary schools
Topics
Addressing school drop out - Improving teacher's skills - Enhancing employability - Encouraging university attainment
Start year
2026
Duration
36 months
Status
To be started
Region
Czech Republic

Schola Empirica is an educational NGO in the Czech Republic that implements evidence-based programs in schools. Its initiatives focus on developing social and emotional learning (SEL) and preventing bullying through projects such as Good Start, Skills Builder, and KiVa.

The organization trains teachers, provides long-term support, and offers methodological resources to promote key competences among children and youth.

With partnerships in over 350 schools and international collaborations, Schola Empirica has extensive experience in creating inclusive and innovative learning environments.

Schola Empirica is an educational NGO in the Czech Republic that implements evidence-based programs in schools. Its initiatives focus on developing social and emotional learning (SEL) and preventing bullying through projects such as Good Start, Skills Builder, and KiVa.

The organization trains teachers, provides long-term support, and offers methodological resources to promote key competences among children and youth.

With partnerships in over 350 schools and international collaborations, Schola Empirica has extensive experience in creating inclusive and innovative learning environments.

The Skills Builder programme aims to systematically develop essential skills among vocational education and training (VET) students in Czechia using the globally recognized Skills Builder Universal Framework.

In partnership with 14 VET schools, the project pilots the Accelerator Program to embed essential skills across institutions through teacher training, classroom activities, and connections with employers.

Building on successful implementation in primary and secondary schools, the programme combines practical tools, benchmarking, and a structured methodology to enhance employability, life satisfaction, and long-term educational outcomes.

The Skills Builder programme aims to systematically develop essential skills among vocational education and training (VET) students in Czechia using the globally recognized Skills Builder Universal Framework.

In partnership with 14 VET schools, the project pilots the Accelerator Program to embed essential skills across institutions through teacher training, classroom activities, and connections with employers.

Building on successful implementation in primary and secondary schools, the programme combines practical tools, benchmarking, and a structured methodology to enhance employability, life satisfaction, and long-term educational outcomes.