Chess for inclusion: A powerful educational transformation in Catalonia (opens in new tab)

In Barcelona and across Catalonia, chess is being integrated into public education as a tool for learning and inclusion. Schools such as Escola Jaume Balmes and Escola Ramon y Cajal use the game to teach subjects ranging from mathematics to language, while also helping students from diverse backgrounds connect. Supported by educators and institutions, the initiative demonstrates how chess can foster engagement, participation and personal development in the classroom. | Photo: KNZO Photography