Discover how we are bridging the gap between evidence, policy, and practice.
We work to give every child the evidence-based education they need to thrive
What we do
How we work
How we learn
What we do
How we work
How we learn
What we do
Our work is dedicated to giving every child a quality education. We believe this can only be achieved if education policy and practice are supported by evidence of what works best for children.
We therefore invest in the world’s premier research to discover how children learn, promote the use of evidence in teaching and learning, and support countries to shape and implement education policies based on evidence.
How we work
Our support goes beyond simply making funding available. We are an active and engaged funder and seek to apply our knowledge and competences in all our work.
Globally, we work with leading researchers to understand how children learn, and locally, we support policymakers and practitioners to catalyze new research, financing mechanisms, and policy collaborations. We work with leading researchers, school practitioners, EdTech companies, investors, and education policymakers to drive initiatives that would not otherwise be possible.
How we learn
Our learning and evaluation approach is designed to empower us to make better decisions and work more effectively so that more children can experience quality education.
We want to learn rapidly and iteratively so we can provide support in areas that show the greatest promise for long-lasting, systemic impact. We share our learning openly, to enable its widest possible application and to achieve long-lasting impact for education systems around the world.
Our work in Switzerland
News and insights
News
24 April 2025
The Jacobs Foundation appoints Tina Cassidy as its first Country Director for Switzerland
The Jacobs Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Tina Cassidy as its first-ever Country Director for Switzerland, marking a significant milestone in the Foundation’s commitment to strengthening its presence and partnerships within the Swiss education ecosystem. Tina Cassidy brings extensive experience in education policy, school leadership, and system-wide innovation. Since 2017, she has […]
News
01 April 2025
The Jacobs Foundation appoints three new global program managers
The Jacobs Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of three new global program managers to support its expanding global portfolio and strategic goals. Inês Charro, Yasmine Bekkouche, and Nelson Amaya joined the Foundation in March 2025, bringing extensive experience in education, international development, and data-driven knowledge management. Inês Charro joins the Global Learning and […]
Newsletter
27 March 2025
What We Learn: latest edition
The first edition of our What We Learn newsletter for 2025 is now available! This edition features updates on our continued commitment to Strategy 2030, from celebrating the first year of Colombia Evidencia Potencial en Educación (CEPE), to deepening our investment in Education Evidence Labs and exploring the role of AI in meaningful learning. Explore […]
Research Agenda
We know that children vary day-to-day in their skills and behaviors, that they differ from their peers, and learn in different environments with different tools and technology. It’s what we call learning variability.
However, research has not yet fully established the science of this variability, or how best to address it in different educational settings. By increasing our understanding of variability, we can better support policymakers and educators, helping them base decisions on evidence that will tailor learning to individual children and improve learning outcomes for every child.
Latest from BOLD
BOLD is a multimedia platform that explores the latest scientific insights into how children and young people develop and learn.
Digital Museum of Learning
Our new digital museum offers interactive content and playful quizzes for kids of all ages. Become a partner or dive into fun, bite-sized information and learning resources to boost your classroom experience.
Partner with us
We work with a network of partners to seek innovative ways to promote children’s learning and development.
Reports and studies
Annual Report 2023
2023 was the year that we leaned into learning. In the face of global crises and new technological frontiers, we redoubled our efforts to provide every child with a quality education based on the best scientific knowledge and evidence.
Policy labs and evidence use in education
The Jacobs Foundation, alongside On Think Tanks (OTT), have released an evidence review on the efficacy of Education Evidence Labs (EdLabs).
