Start the application process for the Innovation Awards 2026

To apply for the Education Innovation Awards 2026, your innovation must meet the criteria outlined in this document. The process is simple:

  1. Complete the eligibility check below. This should take only a couple of minutes to fill out. Once completed, you will be notified if your innovation is or is not eligible to apply for this round.
  2. If you are eligible, you will receive a link to the online application form.
  3. Complete the application form, including your budget. Applications must be submitted by 16:00 GMT, Monday 16 February 2026. 
  4. If you are shortlisted, you’ll be contacted for more information.
  5. We expect to notify the selected organisations in July 2026.
  6. Please note that each organisation may submit only one form.  If multiple submissions are made for the same organisation, the team will review only the first one sent, so please check the eligibility criteria and your answers carefully before sending the form.

Applications for Theirworld innovation awards 2026 have now closed