ERASMUS+ Project: CLIL

Empowering Multilingual Learners: Building Relationships in Diverse Global Environments

Our European project, under the Erasmus+ programme, aims to enhance teaching practices for multilingual learners in diverse international classrooms. It focuses on strengthening language learning, intercultural understanding, and innovative teaching approaches. Our specific objectives are: 

(1) Developing effective strategies for teaching a universal language (English) in international settings with students from various cultures and language backgrounds;
(2) Exploring innovative teaching methods like CLIL to engage and teach EU 'home' languages to diverse classrooms;
(3) Fostering enthusiasm for learning a second (or further) EU languages.

Student Group Mobilities

Escola Martinet School (Barcelona - Spain) A group of Year 8 students participated in a student mobility to Escola Martinet in Barcelona, where they were warmly welcomed by a bilingual local school community. During the week, students integrated into the daily school programme, participating in lessons such as Spanish, Catalan, and Physical Education. They also read English stories to nursery pupils and supported classroom activities, providing opportunities to practise language, service, and leadership while experiencing local school life and building friendships across cultures.
Outside of the classroom, each day was filled with cultural adventures that brought the city of Barcelona to life. From exploring the historic Cathedral of Barcelona, to discovering marine wonders at the city’s aquarium, and enjoying guided walking tours through the charming Gothic Quarter, our students soaked up the Catalan culture with curiosity and enthusiasm. The experience not only strengthened the bonds within our class but offered a unique "keyhole view" into life in another country. It’s safe to say that, for many, this trip will remain a core memory filled with laughter and learning!

Berlin Bilingual School (Berlin - Germany) 
Another group of Year 8 students travelled to Berlin as part of the Erasmus+ mobility programme. The visit focused on cultural exchange, collaboration, and building connections with students from another educational context. Through shared activities and discussions, students explored different perspectives on learning and school life while representing the values and ethos of their school. The experience also included exploring Berlin’s rich cultural and historical environment, helping students deepen their understanding of European history and cultural diversity. 

Job-Shadowing

"Being open and curious about how others teach is deeply rewarding, and I am very grateful for this opportunity." - Teacher 

International School of Prague (Prague - Czechia)
Staff members visited the International School of Prague as part of our Erasmus+ mobility activities to observe teaching practices and school culture in an international learning environment. The visit focused on exploring how international schools support multilingual learners and foster a strong sense of belonging among diverse student communities. Through classroom observations and professional dialogue with educators, staff gained valuable insights and new ideas that will help enrich our own school community.

Escola Martinet (Barcelona - Spain)
As part of our Erasmus+ mobility activities, staff members visited Escola Martinet to observe teaching practices within a bilingual learning environment where Catalan and Spanish are used alongside other languages in daily instruction. The visit focused on exploring approaches to multilingual education, inclusive classroom practices, and how schools support students from diverse linguistic backgrounds. The collaboration has developed into a longer-term partnership, which also included a reciprocal visit from Escola Martinet staff to our school, allowing both teams to exchange ideas and strengthen professional dialogue around multilingual learning and community building.

Course

'Learn to Teach Any Subject with Drama' (Seville - Spain)Two members of our staff participated in an Erasmus+ training course in Seville focused on using drama as a tool for learning and engagement in the classroom. During the course, teachers explored a range of drama-based teaching methods designed to support creativity, communication, and active participation in learning. The experience provided practical strategies and inspiration that will help enrich classroom practice and support more dynamic and interactive learning environments at our school.

Expert Visitor

As part of this project, we also had the opportunity to host an 'expert visitor' for a week who was able to observe our school practices and offer context-relevant first-hand feedback and support! We welcomed Dr. Kamran Namdar, an international educational consultant and researcher with extensive experience in education and social development. During his visit, Dr. Namdar observed school practices, engaged in discussions with staff, students, parents, and leadership, and provided insights on strengthening approaches that support human development, diversity, and inclusive education. He also delivered a presentation for parents and educators on empowering young people as active contributors to positive social change. The visit provided valuable reflection and professional dialogue, helping our school further develop its educational vision and practices.


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What People Say

Do you still remember the excited eyes and hunger for new knowledge and skills that are so typical of kindergarteners? When searching for a school, retaining the love of learning was our top criteria. That’s why we came to Brilliant Stars. And the choice was good - kids asking “when can I start some math?” on the first day of school, kids going deeper on some school topic and bringing their findings back to others, kids writing short books, kids looking forward to discussing moral choices and current affairs… by now, our kids are 10 years old. They still love learning.
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Eva Trenkova
Mother (Agriturismo Owner)
I whole-heartedly recommend Brilliant Stars to any parents searching for a warm, safe school environment that nurtures the whole child. My daughter attended preschool and year one for three years and leaves the school confident and prepared for her next adventure. Brilliant Stars' dedicated staff supported her natural talents and personality and showed her how much she can accomplish. I especially valued Brilliant Stars' emphasis on virtue education and the effort they make to instill their students with a sense of responsibility-- for themselves, for their friends and loved ones, and for the world around them. Brilliant Stars' curriculum and philosophy unlocks academic excellence without neglecting equally important social skills and commitment to community. We had experience with other, more expensive private schools in Bratislava but Brilliant Stars outclasses them easily---- it is what we will miss most about leaving Slovakia.
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Griffin Rozell
Father (Embassy of USA)
Thank you for the excellent cooperation in the last 5 years. Having had the chance to attend Brilliant Stars was the best start to education of our children we could have imagined. Hearing children chatter fluently in English at the end of Kindergarten, was a great achievement. Not being a bilingual family, we considered that as one of the main objectives and it was met. Your enthusiastic and motivated team whom our children and us will keep the best memories of. Always smiling, ready to help and discuss, proactively report on status. Last but not least – healthy cuisine, clean environment, library, well-groomed premises, educational tools and playground… Brilliant Stars should be referred to as a role model for other educational institutions!
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Martin Majernik
Father (Accenture)
I would like to thank you for all the efforts you took and make this difficult time as smooth as it is possible. Everything was so well-organised and once again I must say that I am very proud to my child in this school 🧡
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Ilona Sinigaglia
Mother
I have two children at Brilliant Stars' and I am delighted with the care and approach of all of the staff towards childcare and education in the early years. Both my children are flourishing under their academic, social and moral guidance. My older child has loved the use of Jolly Phonics (a UK approach to teaching literacy) as a learning tool and enjoys his numeracy, science, art and music lessons. The kindergarten also offers a wide variety of extra activites and has a lending library. Finally, and one of the key reasons why I chose this kindergarten, is that the head teacher is an inspiration to everyone involved with the kindergarten - very proactive, accommodating, hands-on and very focused on the children and what is best for them. I can highly recommend this kindergarten and given the high standard they have set can only expect their new Stupava branch to be just as good.
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Miranda Hackett
Mother
I think Brilliant start gives children 'active learning', and teachers know how to support children's Curiosity. I can see that my children are having good time. Because my children can't stop speaking what they have done today with big smile when I pick them up after school.
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Mrs Osaka
Mother
Thank you and your entire team for the tremendous work. I have been impressed from the very beginning by the flexibility of your staff and the speed with which you managed to convert the entire curriculum online.
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Annonymous
Father