PARTNERSHIP
School partnership
If you are an independent school considering international opportunities, a partnership with ISC Research can inform your decisions from the very earliest stage of planning.
THE MARKET TODAY
International schools market growth
10 year comparison
SCHOOLS
%
8,067 in January 2012
12,853 in January 2022
STUDENTS
%
3.72m in January 2012
5.73m in January 2022
STAFF
%
345,972 in January 2012
557,723 in January 2022
FEE INCOME
%
$27.4bn in January 2012
$53.5bn in January 2022
TAILORED SERVICE
How we can help
ISC Research has supported independent schools with their international development plans for over a decade and has been the leading provider of market data since 1994.
Our partnership can include investor introductions, corporate and land due diligence, and support for potential investor presentations and visits, as well as the relevant market reports, datasets and market expertise throughout the journey to school development. Contact us to discuss your needs.
OUR DATA
Data you can trust
Most data and intelligence supplied by ISC Research is collected directly from senior leaders at international schools. This data and intelligence gathering is conducted year-round by our field-based research consultants supported by our desk researchers. We also use trusted local sources, market experts and government bodies to acquire reliable market intelligence.
We also collect data on independent schools that have one or more foreign campuses or an international presence. We can provide data on these international independent school brands within our partnership agreement.
- Asia 57%
- Europe 18%
- Americas 13%
- Africa 11%
- Oceania 1%
Regional breakdown of international schools
January 2022
OUR INTELLIGENCE
Market intelligence reports
Whether you need global intelligence to inform your strategy, or market-specific intelligence to find out more about a targeted segment, we offer a broad range of off-the-shelf reports based on in-depth research. Independent schools we work with may select a report most relevant to their plans as part of our partnership.
The Online International Schools Report
TitleJUNE 2022
Although not new, online schools have gained popularity through the COVID-19 pandemic. As brands have established themselves within the international schools market, our team has delved into the specific nature of online schools in this report. Read more
Europe Intelligence Report
TitleAPRIL 2022
The report compiles comprehensive research into the international schools market to inform strategic plans required by leadership teams, consultants or investors, and to identify development opportunities. Read more
Western Asia Intelligence Report
TitleJUNE 2022
The report compiles comprehensive research into the international schools market to inform strategic plans required by leadership teams, consultants or investors, and to identify development opportunities. Read more
Eastern Asia Intelligence Report
TitleJUNE 2022
The report compiles comprehensive research into the international schools market to inform strategic plans required by leadership teams, consultants or investors, and to identify development opportunities. Read more
South-Eastern Asia Intelligence Report
TitleJUNE 2022
The report compiles comprehensive research into the international schools market to inform strategic plans required by leadership teams, consultants or investors, and to identify development opportunities. Read more
International Schools Annual Market Report 2021
TitleSEPTEMBER 2021
A trusted reference for data, trends and intelligence on the global international schools market in 2021. Read more
China Market Intelligence Report
TitleAUGUST 2021
The report compiles comprehensive research into the international schools market to inform international schools and education investors for strategic plans, and to identify opportunities for development or expansion. Read more
Benefit from expert advice
Our partnership provides independent schools the opportunity to discuss current market trends with experts from our Field Research team.
Nalini Cook
Job title - Head of EMEA Research
As Head of EMEA Research, I connect with international schools, school groups, associations, investors and regulators across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. I collect quantitative and qualitative data enabling the compilation of up to ... View profile
Sam Fraser
Job title - Director of Research
I am originally from the United Kingdom where I gained a degree in Social Sciences, as well as financial and accountancy qualifications. My career has included work in the retail industry at head office level, and in the finance sector, as well ... View profile
Candy Lu
Job title - China Research Coordinator
Prior to joining ISC Research, I worked for TMF group for 3 years as the office manager where I oversaw all the North China offices’ administrative requirements and led a number of integration projects for company merger and acquisition. I also ... View profile
Pia Maske
Job title - Research Manager - East Asia
As part of ISC’s Field Research team, I connect with school leaders and other stakeholders and collect key data and intelligence about the international schools market in East Asia. Before joining ISC, I trained and qualified as a lawyer in ... View profile
Rhea Marie de Pedro
Job title - East & South East Asia Coordinator
I was living in Bangkok, Thailand, when I joined ISC Research in 2013 as part of the Schools Team and Sales & Business Development Team. As a Coordinator, I mainly do Data collection and Researching, and I work closely with other teams ... View profile
Ghada Shaker
Job title - Research Coordinator
My name is Ghada Shaker. I am Egyptian and married with one daughter. I graduated with a Mass Communication degree and was able to work in many places and experience several fields. I worked in the hotel management field as the Food and ... View profile
Janelle Torres
Job title - Research Manager - South East Asia
My career journey started in writing and shifted to education. Being an educator with specialization in early childhood education since 2009, my career led me to varied teaching opportunities in the Philippines and in Singapore. Prior to ... View profile
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We are dedicated and committed to supporting the broader international schools community by providing data, trends and intelligence. Since 1994, we have guided schools with their growth plans, informed investors on new school development, helped universities to engage with international schools, and advised education suppliers that are supporting the market.
