The European Language Label (ELL) is an award for innovative language-learning projects.  It rewards creative ways to improve the quality of language teaching, motivate learners and make the best of available resources.

To be successful, projects must demonstrate creative thinking and lead to improved teaching provision and learner achievement.  They must be innovative, effective and replicable by others in the UK and other countries.  This year the judges are particularly looking for projects that involve:

· Language skills as a preparation for work

· Language learning in the community


If this describes your project, why not apply for an award?  Applications are invited from schools across the UK.

The deadline for application for the European Language Label 2011 is 31 January 2011.

In addition to the European Label, which can be used on corporate stationery, all award winners receive prizes of books, vouchers or teaching materials from a range of sponsors as well as a certificate signed by the Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth.  The awards will be presented at a prize-giving ceremony in summer 2011.

More information, including details on how to apply, is available from http://www.cilt.org.uk/home/valuing_languages/european_language_label1.aspx