Research on the effects of measures to improve quality in early childhood education and care, school
Supports collaborative research using rigorous evaluation methods to assess interventions that enhance quality in Norwegian early childhood, school, and upper secondary education.
Funder: Research Council of Norway
Due Dates: June 10, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: NOK 4,000,000–20,000,000 per project; total call budget NOK 80,000,000; project duration 36–48 months
Summary: Funds collaborative research evaluating interventions to improve quality in early childhood education, schools, and upper secondary education in Norway.
Key Information: Project Owner must be an approved Norwegian research organisation; at least two Norwegian non-research user partners required.
Description
This grant supports applied research projects that investigate the impact of interventions aimed at enhancing quality in early childhood education and care (ECEC), schools, and upper secondary education in Norway. Projects must be carried out in close collaboration between researchers and local ECEC or school owners, jointly testing and evaluating specific measures. The research should use randomized controlled trials or quasi-experimental designs, include process and implementation evaluations, cost-effectiveness analysis, and clear dissemination plans for professionals and policy development. Projects are expected to generate new knowledge in teaching and learning, competence development and professional practice, and management and organization, with a strong focus on relevance to Norwegian conditions and, where appropriate, international perspectives. Consideration of gender and diversity perspectives is encouraged.
