Writers in Schools Scheme

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The Writers in Schools Scheme part-funds visits by writers and storytellers to primary and post-primary schools throughout the island of Ireland. It is funded by the Arts Council and managed and administered by Poetry Ireland. It was established in 1977. The Writers in Schools Scheme is one of the longest running national arts-in-education programmes in Ireland. Each year, the scheme sparks creative encounters between tens of thousands of children, and writers, across the island. Application guidelines are available on the Poetry Ireland website. Available with a range of artists including poets, novelists, storytellers, teen fiction writers, children’s writers, spoken word poets and screenwriters 2 hours with a selected writer, which can be divided into shorter sessions for different class groups (eg two/ three sessions during one visit) €100 paid by the school. The scheme funds the balance plus travel expenses. Learn more about the scheme and how to apply through our partner organisaton, Poetry Ireland. Plan ahead and allow plenty of time to help submit your completed application before the deadline. Once you have completed the steps in the Before You Apply section, it’s time to start preparing your application. When you’ve completed your application form and gathered your supporting documents, it’s time to submit your application We assess all eligible applications that we receive. Our aim is to make sure that the system for awarding funding is fair and transparent.