The Ministry of Education has launched scholarships for the upcoming school year to support students and their families
These financial aids are part of a broader effort to raise living standards and promote equal opportunity and social inclusion for learners across the country. The initiative focuses on expanding access to education and easing the cost burden for families during the new academic term.
One notable addition is a 400 euro grant specifically for students who require special educational support. This grant helps cover general education-related costs and meets the eligibility criteria set by the Ministry.
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To apply for this assistance, applicants do not need to meet family income thresholds, though they must satisfy other conditions. The grant targets students aged 2 and older who are enrolled in non-university education levels, including Early Childhood Education, Primary, Compulsory Secondary Education (ESO), Baccalaureate, Basic Education Cycles, Secondary Education, and Vocational Education (FP).
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Applicants must meet at least one of the following criteria:
- Students with a documented special educational need due to disability (minimum 33%) or severe behavioral challenges.
- Students with significant speech and language difficulties linked to special educational needs.
- Students with special educational needs related to autism spectrum disorders (TORCH).
- Students with high intellectual potential recognized within the SEN framework.
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It is important to note that this grant can be combined with other scholarships or aids the student may receive.
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Beyond this new grant, the Ministry of Education offers several other aids that can significantly help families and learners. These include various forms of support and subsidies intended to reduce educational expenses.
- Teaching aid: up to 862 euros.
- Transportation subsidy for school: up to 617 euros.
- School meal or food allowance: up to 574 euros.
- School residence allowance: up to 1,795 euros.
- Weekend travel assistance: up to 442 euros.
- City transport assistance: up to 308 euros.
- School supplies support: up to 105 euros for Primary, ESO and Basic Education cycles; other levels may receive up to 204 euros.
- Pedagogical retraining assistance: up to 913 euros.
- Language retraining assistance: up to 913 euros.
These programs are designed to complement each other, ensuring families can plan for the school year with more confidence. The information reflects official guidance and program outlines from the Ministry of Education. (Fuente: Ministerio de Educación)