Acadimia Reaches Midpoint in Building Europe’s Creative Teacher Academy

GeoCamp Iceland is happy to share that our Acadimia project has reached a major milestone, the successful completion of its interim phase. As we stand halfway through this ambitious European initiative, we’re celebrating not only what we’ve achieved so far, but also the exciting opportunities this creates for schools and teachers in Iceland.

Halfway to a European Teacher Academy

Acadimia is an Erasmus+ project that brings together twelve partners from eight countries—including GeoCamp Iceland—to establish a European Teacher Academy focused on creative and inclusive teaching methods. These methods, proven to engage learners and foster social inclusion, range from drama and digital storytelling to creative STEAM approaches.

Our shared goal is to empower teachers across Europe with innovative tools and practices, and to embed creative teaching as a cornerstone of inclusive education.

Key Achievements So Far

At the project’s halfway point, we’re proud to report:

• The training of 51 specialist trainers, more than double the initial target—ensuring a strong foundation for teacher training in each partner country.
• 200 teachers trained across Europe, including future teachers in Iceland, who are now equipped to bring these creative methods to their classrooms.
• Finalisation of the joint creative curriculum, providing detailed guidance on 10 evidence-based methods for teaching diverse and multicultural classrooms.
• Launch of teacher training activities at the national level, setting the stage for wider adoption of creative practices.

Benefits for Icelandic Schools and Teachers

This milestone is more than a number on a timeline; it’s a transformative step for schools in Iceland. Thanks to GeoCamp Iceland’s active involvement, our region stands to benefit directly from:

• Access to innovative training aligned with international best practices.
• Resources and methods designed to support inclusive education, ensuring every child can thrive regardless of background.
• Opportunities for Icelandic teachers to join communities of practice with educators from across Europe, fostering collaboration and shared learning.
• A pipeline of creative approaches that connect traditional subjects like science, technology, arts, and humanities with new, engaging ways to teach.

Looking Ahead: Building a Sustainable Legacy

As Acadimia moves into its second half, the focus will shift towards scaling these successes and securing the long-term future of the European Teacher Academy. Together with our partners, GeoCamp Iceland is committed to making sure this project leaves a lasting legacy—one that continues to benefit Icelandic educators and learners for years to come.

Thank You to Our Community

We extend heartfelt thanks to all the teachers, trainers, school leaders, and partners who have contributed to reaching this milestone. Your dedication to creative and inclusive teaching is what makes Acadimia’s vision a reality.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue this exciting journey, and let’s keep working together to transform teaching and inspire every learner!