Raising Kidpreneurs of The Future

"<< Background >>We applied for this Erasmus+ KA210 project titled ""Kidpreneurship"" with the belief that entrepreneurial education must begin at an early age. In today's rapidly changing world, the need for creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and adaptability has become more crucial than ever. Traditional education systems often delay the introduction of entrepreneurship until late adolescence or adulthood. However, we identified a clear gap: early age entrepreneurship is rarely incorporated systematically into primary education, and this delay results in a missed opportunity to cultivate entrepreneurial mindsets when students are most curious, open, and creative.We applied for this project to address an urgent need to introduce, develop, and systematize entrepreneurship education at the primary school level.Our goal was to empower teachers with knowledge and tools, inspire students with meaningful learning experiences, engage families, and build long-term capacity within schools. The project also addressed cross-cutting themes like inclusion, sustainability, and digital innovation. Ultimately, we wanted to equip students with the mindset and skills needed not just to succeed in the future economy, but to shape it—starting now.<< Objectives >>The main objective of our project was to cultivate entrepreneurial skills and mindsets among primary school students by introducing them to creativity, innovation, financial literacy, and collaborative problem-solving at an early age. We aimed to empower teachers with modern, student-centered methods and digital tools to teach entrepreneurship through real-life, cross-curricular activities. Another key goal was to involve parents in supporting their children’s entrepreneurial development both at home and in their communities. By developing an online learning module and a comprehensive Learning Kit, we created sustainable tools that support learning inside and outside the classroom. We also promoted social, technological, and green entrepreneurship, while strengthening cooperation and cultural exchange between partner countries. Ultimately, the project sought to contribute to long-term educational innovation and active citizenship across Europe.We all saw the needs for our students to start networking and experience some real entrepreneurship. They will learn how to get things started, how to get things done and how to find customers for the things they developed. << Implementation >>Throughout the project, we implemented a series of well-structured activities aligned with our goals. We started with a kick-off TPM (Transnational Project Meeting) in Austria to finalize roles, timelines, and coordination methods. We developed and launched an e-Learning Module to train teachers, students and parents on entrepreneurship education, including topics such as creativity, financial literacy, and student engagement strategies. This was followed by LTTA (Learning, Teaching, Training) mobilities in Finland, Turkey, and Italy, where teachers and students participated in workshops, hands-on activities, and cross-cultural exchanges. We also created and piloted a Learning Kit, which included games, workbooks, real-life entrepreneurship cases, and family-involved activities. Parallel to this, we organized local dissemination events, family workshops, and regular evaluation meetings. In Italy our students organized a open bazaar activity to sell their products and show their entrepreneurial skills. We also organized field trips in each mobilty such as organic farms, entrepreneurship center, olive oil factories etc. Online tools like Google Workspace and zoom were actively used to enhance collaboration and accessibility.<< Results >>Our project resulted in three main concrete outputs. First, we developed an interactive E-Learning Module to train teachers, students and parents on how to deliver entrepreneurship education effectively, focusing on creativity, innovation, financial literacy, and student engagement. Second, we created a comprehensive Learning Kit that includes workbooks, games, classroom activities, real-life entrepreneurship stories, and materials to involve families in the learning process. Third, we launched the Kidpreneurship Network Website, designed to connect students, teachers, and NGOs across Europe for future collaboration and idea exchange. Additionally, during the LTTA mobilities, students produced tangible products such as olive oil, parchment paper, and handmade crafts, applying their entrepreneurial skills in real-life scenarios. These outputs not only enriched the learning experience but also showcased the students' creativity and practical understanding of business, sustainability, and teamwrk. This project has given a lot of new knowledge to all students, teachers and parents involved. The knowledge is about entrepreneurship, how to come up with an idea and the process to make it happen."