COMPITI@CASA
The Covid-19 pandemic has deepened existing educational inequalities, disproportionately affecting children already at risk of social exclusion. The shift to distance learning widened the gap between students with greater family and social resources and those in disadvantaged contexts, with lasting consequences for learning and inclusion. Middle school students in peripheral and multi-ethnic neighbourhoods have been particularly exposed to these risks, facing difficulties in study continuity and limited access to support. Research shows that targeted tutoring can be highly effective in improving student learning, especially when tailored to individual needs, helping to mitigate gaps in achievement and strengthen engagement with school. Interventions that provide personalised, structured support are therefore essential to addressing these inequalities and promoting equitable access to educational opportunities.
The project
Designed by Fondazione De Agostini together with the University of Turin and funded by Con i Bambini Impresa Sociale S.r.l together with several partner foundations, Compiti@casa – curare le fragilità educative is a national project that involves four regions: Piedmont, Lazio, Campania, and Sicily. It targets around 1,600 middle school students in the three-year period 2024–2027, with a strong focus on peripheral and multi-ethnic neighbourhoods. The project supports students in their afternoon study at home through a dedicated digital learning platform. Activities are conducted remotely in a two-to-one ratio (two students per tutor) by university students selected through open calls and trained by the University of Turin. Each student receives four hours of personalised support per week: two in humanities and two in scientific subjects. The project’s educational model is built on innovative teaching methodologies and digital tools, offering students tailored support to strengthen learning, reduce inequalities, and foster inclusion.
Results
The research and evaluation phase is ongoing, and results are not yet available.
