The 2026 Erasmus+ Roadmap: 5 Key Priorities for KA1 Application

The 2026 Erasmus+ Call for Proposals officially opened last November, and the stakes for school innovation have never been higher. With a budget of over €5 billion, the European Commission is clear about its vision: it’s not just about digital tools anymore, it’s about human-centric innovation.

The Digital Transformation priority has shifted. In 2026, evaluators aren’t impressed by a list of apps; they want to see Digital Readiness.

The Platform21 solution: Our AI courses don’t just teach you how to use ChatGPT; we show you how to make AI your “Teaching Assistant” while maintaining the ethical standards necessary for the modern classroom. We focus on prompt engineering that saves you 5+ hours a week, giving you time back for what matters: your students.

New for the 2026 cycle is a direct focus on Mental Health and Psychological Safety.

• The Platform21 Solution: We don’t just talk about the importance of wellbeing; we provide practical examples and exercises on how to focus on yourself as an educator. You will learn specific techniques to help your students maintain their own mental health, ensuring a classroom environment where everyone, including you, can thrive.

Inclusion is a weighted scoring factor in 2026, but the challenge for teachers is often time.

• The Platform21 Solution: We offer teachers practical tools to create individualized learning programs. We show you how to support students with diverse needs effectively, without sacrificing the time and attention you owe to the rest of the class. It’s about working smarter, not harder, for every student.

As AI takes over technical tasks, the Union of Skills initiative highlights empathy, collaboration, and critical thinking.

• The Platform21 Solution: Our “Imaginative Educator” curriculum is designed to help teachers re-connect with their students through innovative, non-formal education methods that AI simply cannot replicate.

Erasmus+ 2026 encourages “Green Travel.” While Split is a destination worth the journey, the program values schools that promote sustainable behavior.

• The Platform21 Solution: We integrate environmental awareness into our social programs, showcasing the natural beauty of the Dalmatian coast while teaching sustainable classroom practices.

Winning an Erasmus+ grant is the first step; bringing back transformative ideas is the second. At Platform21, we support you with both. From providing detailed course descriptions for your KA1 application to hosting you in our friendly training center in Split, we are your partners in professional growth.

Ready to start your 2026 journey? View our 2026 course calendar or contact us for KA1 Application Support.