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Can CPD Improve Teacher Retention in International Schools?
Can CPD Improve Teacher Retention in International Schools?

The United Nations has issued a global teacher shortage alert, with a record number of teachers leaving the profession and subsequently threatening the stability of the world's 14,457 international schools. Considering this, ISC Research explores the extent to which high-quality CPD can improve retention and recruitment rates in schools. Read more

Building Relationships with School Groups and Associations
Building Relationships with School Groups and Associations

To enhance reputability and increase their market reach, education suppliers need to leverage the growing influence of school groups and associations. ISC Research’s second webinar in the three-part Masterclass Series explored how suppliers can successfully align their brand and services with the expectations of school groups, with the goal to build lasting relationships. Read more

East Asia’s Stalling International Schools Market
East Asia’s Stalling International Schools Market

ISC Research explores the key factors behind East Asia's falling growth rates in the international schools market, and the possible impacts this may have on Asia's leading status in global education. Read more

Go-to-Market Strategies for Suppliers in International Education
Go-to-Market Strategies for Suppliers in International Education

To support education suppliers and providers targeting the international schools market, ISC Research is hosting an exclusive series of marketing and business strategy webinars. Our first session explored the importance of early engagement with product focus groups, the value of building personal connections within the international schools market, and how to maximise ROI in outbound marketing strategies. Read more

AI in Education: Emerging Trends and Critical Challenges
AI in Education: Emerging Trends and Critical Challenges

Many international schools view AI as an innovative tool that should be embraced, whilst others are treading more cautiously due to data protection risks and the potential dehumanising of education. ISC Research explores these dichotomy of views surrounding emerging technologies, and the various ways AI is being implemented in international schools. Read more

July 2024 International School Market Insights
July 2024 International School Market Insights

ISC Research has analysed the latest data updates for the K-12 international schools market, featuring statistics on total fee income, student enrolment, and teacher recruitment as of July 2024. Read more

2025 International School Awards: Applications now open!
2025 International School Awards: Applications now open!

Hosted annually in January by ISC Research, the International School Awards shine a spotlight on the inspiring initiatives developed and led by international school leaders, educators and students. The International School Awards 2025 are now open for nominations. The closing date for this year’s applications is Friday 5th July 2024. Read more

Insights into international curricula trends and growth
Insights into international curricula trends and growth

International schools offer a range of curricula and are a key consideration for parents when selecting the right school for their children. Choosing a curriculum that best fits a student's learning style and provides them with a foundation for their future are both part of this decision-making process. Read more

Demand for international schools in India continues to grow
Demand for international schools in India continues to grow

Over the last few years, India has seen a steady increase in both demand and supply for international schools, particularly in the academic year 2023-24 compared to 2022-23. Due to the changing landscape of government policies, educational engagements and prioritising quality education, the prospects look excellent for international schools in India. Read more

Data on the international schools market in 2024
Data on the international schools market in 2024

As of January 2024, ISC Research data recorded a total of 14,010 English-medium international schools around the world enrolling 6.9 million students between 3 and 18 and employing 664,645 teaching staff. The sector continues to grow as parents seek educational choices for their children that guarantee quality and put students on a path to a global future. Read more

Winners of the International School Awards 2024
Winners of the International School Awards 2024

The winners of the International School Awards 2024 were announced by ISC Research during an online event on Wednesday 24th of January. 245 applications were received this year from international schools around the world. Read more

International education influencers of 2023
International education influencers of 2023

20 educators and education professionals are recognised as Edruptors of 2023 for their impact on the international education community through social media. ISC Research spoke with some international education influencers who share good practice and advice for their peers. Read more

Trends, challenges and strategies in international teacher recruitment and retention
Trends, challenges and strategies in international teacher recruitment and retention

International schools are witnessing an unprecedented demand for teachers, a trend expected to continue into the coming decade. ISC Research has published a new specialist report looking at the recruitment and retention of teachers within international schools around the world. Read more

Landing in Bangkok –  the first Festival of Education Thailand
Landing in Bangkok – the first Festival of Education Thailand

The inaugural Festival of Education in Thailand, set to be hosted at Wellington College International School Bangkok on Saturday, 18th November, is a landmark event for educators across the region. Read more

Celebrating excellence: the 2024 International School Awards
Celebrating excellence: the 2024 International School Awards

Join us in counting down to our exciting announcement, where we will unveil the 2024 International School Award winners on Wednesday 24th January 2024. With this date rapidly approaching, we extend a warm invitation for you to join us in the lively discussions surrounding the remarkable school initiatives submitted for consideration. Read more

The most recent data on the international schools market for 2023
The most recent data on the international schools market for 2023

Today, international schools are a familiar presence in numerous cities around the world. As of July 2023, ISC Research data recorded a total of 13,614 English-Medium international schools around the world enrolling close to 7 million students and employing 649,960 teaching staff. The sector continues to demonstrate resilience, generating over $58 billion USD, a growth of 18% in the last five years. Read more

The impacts of winning an International School Award
The impacts of winning an International School Award

Here at ISC Research, we were keen to learn about how previous winners of the International School Awards have continued to develop their initiatives. We’ve been fortunate enough to speak with some winners who are willing to share insights into what happened next for their school. With just 3 weeks to go until applications close for the 2024 International School Awards, let’s talk about how winning the prestigious award can impact your school. Read more

First steps to actioning student voice in schools
First steps to actioning student voice in schools

What practical solutions are there to help international schools open up about student voice? We spoke to Joel Jr Llaban and Matthew Savage in our recent webinar, who shared some practical advice and insights on recent research findings into student voice. Read more

Why are more international schools encouraging students to have a voice?
Why are more international schools encouraging students to have a voice?

Do students feel that their voice is valued? Are international schools listening to student voice to inform change? Recent research by ISC Research delved into this subject, surveying students and alumni to gather their thoughts alongside a separate survey to educators and administrators. Read more

Making change to the International School Awards
Making change to the International School Awards

The 2024 International School Awards have taken a big step on the journey that many international schools are already taking. Changes will create more opportunities for international schools in different contexts to be celebrated. Read more

How can international schools prepare for a crisis?
How can international schools prepare for a crisis?

We recently hosted an online panel discussion addressing the challenge of crises management in international schools. Our panel of experts share advice on how to approach the stakeholder communication flow at a time of crisis, the importance of the whole school community’s wellbeing and much more. Read more

Recruitment challenges hit international schools
Recruitment challenges hit international schools

Many international schools are facing recruitment challenges this year as the incoming teaching pool remains low and teachers within the sector have more choices due to the expanding market. Read more

What’s driving growth within the international schools market?
What’s driving growth within the international schools market?

January 2023 data released by ISC Research shows that 6.5 million children between the ages of 3 and 18 are currently enrolled at international schools around the world: a 53% growth in the market since 2013. Read more

International School Awards 2023 Winners Revealed
International School Awards 2023 Winners Revealed

The winners of the International School Awards 2023 were announced during a live online event on Tuesday 24th of January. 291 applications were received this year from international schools in 61 countries including schools in Poland, the United States of America, Thailand, Belgium and China. Read more

Submitting a quality application: Advice from the International School Awards judges
Submitting a quality application: Advice from the International School Awards judges

The aim of the International School Awards is to share some of the outstanding initiatives that address common needs for learning and for community action that are being implemented by international schools. Here is some advice from the International School Awards judging panel to guide schools when preparing their awards application. Read more

Exploring the contemporary pathways international school students are selecting
Exploring the contemporary pathways international school students are selecting

The results of a survey conducted with international schools by ISC Research in November (2022) suggest that students from an early age are now considering alternative pathways but university offerings remain a significant choice. The results of the survey, and what this looks like at school level, are addressed by college counsellors from Indonesia, Bulgaria and China in our latest Heads Up episode. Read more

New shifts in the future pathways of international school students
New shifts in the future pathways of international school students

Are international school students considering different pathways and taking alternative routes towards their future goals when they leave school at age 16 or 18? Latest research will be discussed at a webinar in December with career guidance and college counsellors at international schools. Read more

Students take action and speak out in shortlisted sustainability initiatives
Students take action and speak out in shortlisted sustainability initiatives

Sustainability is increasingly a central pillar of many international schools and this was reflected in the wide range of applications and initiatives for the Sustainability category of this year’s International School Awards. Read more

Student, staff and whole school wellbeing initiatives shortlisted for the International School Awards
Student, staff and whole school wellbeing initiatives shortlisted for the International School Awards

The applications submitted for this year’s International School Awards wellbeing category reflect the breadth and depth to which wellbeing is being addressed by many international schools today. Read more

Schools developing ethical values in students
Schools developing ethical values in students

The Ethical Values Education category in the International School Awards recognises school initiatives that support students in their development of ethical values, encouraging students to think and act as good citizens. Read more

Strategic leadership initiatives shortlisted for International School Awards
Strategic leadership initiatives shortlisted for International School Awards

There were a wide range of initiatives submitted for the Strategic Leadership category of this year’s International School Awards. They ranged from implementing a culture of care, creating a sensory space, and developing a bullying-free school, to embedding a house system, improving governance, and building middle management capacity within a school. Read more

Future pathway initiatives for this year’s International School Awards
Future pathway initiatives for this year’s International School Awards

Three initiatives that support international school students with their future pathway decisions have been shortlisted for the 2023 International School Awards. The judges commended all three initiatives and shared a message for many other international schools that submitted an application for this award category. Read more

Celebrating DEIJ as a school-wide mission
Celebrating DEIJ as a school-wide mission

The DEIJ International School Award highlights some of the inspiring initiatives being delivered by international schools with the goal of developing diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) throughout their school, for students and all other stakeholders. Read more

Governance practice to enhance a school’s culture
Governance practice to enhance a school’s culture

ISC Research has published a new specialist report into governance practice in international schools. The report shares insights into governance practice and responsibilities from 129 survey respondents in 59 different countries. It offers international schools a chance to benchmark their own governance structure against the results. Read more

Safeguarding initiatives confront societal challenges
Safeguarding initiatives confront societal challenges

Applications in this year’s International School Awards Safeguarding category reflect some of the challenges that international school communities and wider society are facing today. Read more

How digital technology is supporting student learning
How digital technology is supporting student learning

Digital technology can support the teaching and learning of all subjects in an abundance of ways. The schools that were shortlisted for the Digital Technology in Learning International School Award 2023 shared passion for the innovative use of technology and how it can support learning. Read more

International schools bring local communities together
International schools bring local communities together

The Community Partnership category for the 2023 International School Awards attracted many inspiring applications from international schools in a range of contexts. Read more

Shortlisted initiatives for the innovation and creativity award provide inspiration
Shortlisted initiatives for the innovation and creativity award provide inspiration

The Innovation and Creativity category for the 2023 International School Awards attracted some outstanding applications from international schools in a range of contexts. These embraced green, STEAM, wellbeing, and outdoor learning initiatives. Read more

International School Awards 2023 Shortlisted Schools Announced
International School Awards 2023 Shortlisted Schools Announced

The shortlisted schools have been announced for the International School Awards 2023 hosted by ISC Research. Read more

The international schools market in a regional context
The international schools market in a regional context

If you had a granular view of the international schools market, how could it support you with your international school growth strategy, development planning, or admissions? Our most recent white paper highlights key factors and trends to be aware of. Read more

A kinder, better place
A kinder, better place

The International School of Zug and Luzern was honoured with two 2022 International School Awards in January: the International Impact Award for its Global Changemakers Project and the Environment Award for its Aquaponics Programme. Both initiatives highlight work by students and for students towards realising a vision for a better, kinder world as Head of School Barry Dequanne explains. Read more

Supporting SEN in all environments
Supporting SEN in all environments

Identifying, planning for and meeting the needs of SEN students in an international setting throws up an array of unique challenges. Recognising SEN in countries such as Thailand, where a stigma around those with learning difficulties and/or disabilities still exists, is often the first hurdle to overcome. Read more

How do international schools differ from local schools in 2022?
How do international schools differ from local schools in 2022?

What are the key factors in which international schools differ from local schools? A recent ISC Research white paper shares insights into how to better understand how this growing market is differentiating itself from other K-12 educational offerings. Read more

The new international school data for 2022
The new international school data for 2022

As of July 2022, ISC Research data recorded a total of 13,180 English-Medium international schools around the world enrolling 5.8 million students aged between 3 and 18 and employing 571,000 teaching staff. The sector emerged from the pandemic stronger than ever and continues to demonstrate defensive resilience, generating over $53.8 billion USD in annual school fees. Read more

Implementation of an innovative school strategy
Implementation of an innovative school strategy

Why should you implement an innovative strategy within your school? International education expert and guest panelists addressed this question through the lens of three emerging aspects of school life during the ISC Research Edruptors@School conference in June. Read more

How to bring a school community on a strategic journey
How to bring a school community on a strategic journey

How do you mobilise your school community on a strategic journey? This question was addressed during the ISC Research Edruptors@School conference in June. Read more

International school leadership for long term strategy
International school leadership for long term strategy

The ISC Research Edruptors@School conference, which took place in June, explored innovation, transformation, and balance in international school leadership. Day one of the conference focused on international school leadership for long term strategy. Read more

Spotlight on Online International Schools
Spotlight on Online International Schools

Latest data and trends published by ISC Research in a new report of the online international schools market suggest the sector has seen an acceleration in growth as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, creating alternative pathways to education founded on inclusion and innovation. Read more

International School Awards act as a stepping stone towards the World’s Best School Prizes
International School Awards act as a stepping stone towards the World’s Best School Prizes

We’re delighted to announce the success of the innovative and inspiring initiatives shortlisted for the 2022 International School Awards that have also been confirmed as short listers for the 2022 World’s Best School Prizes. Read more

International school groups gain international school market share
International school groups gain international school market share

School groups are gaining a greater share of the expanding international schools market. In 2017, 23% of the schools within the global international schools market were part of a school group. In 2022, that percentage has increased to 38%. Read more

A strategic approach to wellbeing within an international school community
A strategic approach to wellbeing within an international school community

Marlborough College Malaysia won the strategic leadership award at the 2022 International School Awards for a whole-school positive psychology and wellbeing initiative for students and staff, involving a wellbeing researcher-in-residence and peer group mental health first-aiders for staff. Read more

Creativity on a roll – Bringing innovation and creativity into the international school curriculum
Creativity on a roll – Bringing innovation and creativity into the international school curriculum

The Design, Innovation, Computing, Enterprise (DICE) curriculum at Nord Anglia International School Dubai (NAS Dubai) recently won the International School Awards (ISAs) Innovation and Creativity in Learning category for its novel and creative approach. The award is testament to the work and dedication of the staff, students and school community. Read more

Award-winning digital tech-centred project-based problem-solving
Award-winning digital tech-centred project-based problem-solving

Colegio Panamericano in Colombia won the Digital Technology in Learning International Schools Award 2022 for an interdisciplinary project-based approach to problem-solving that integrates digital technology. Read more

Name changes, foreign textbook bans, and strict regulations impact schools in China offering international education
Name changes, foreign textbook bans, and strict regulations impact schools in China offering international education

Recent education policy changes in China are impacting schools in the country, notably the schools that offer an international education. Several government changes in the last 18 months are gaining public attention as impact of the regulations is becoming visible. Read more

How are international school groups developing?
How are international school groups developing?

As the international schools market has expanded, and investment potential has increased, so brands are emerging within this sector that are considered influential across the global education market. ISC Research has released a white paper as a guide to current trends and developments. Read more

International School Awards 2023: Applications now open
International School Awards 2023: Applications now open

The International School Awards 2023 are now open for nominations. Not only are the awards a chance to share and learn from innovative practice, but shortlisted and award-winning schools receive an award logo, extensive recognition of their initiative, and winners receive a prestigious trophy. Read more

Empowering students to disclose abuse
Empowering students to disclose abuse

The International School Ho Chi Minh City – American Academy won the Safeguarding awards at the 2022 International School Awards for an initiative that protects students from abuse and trains international schools in child protection practices. Michael Tower, the school’s Safeguarding Lead, shares details. Read more

Assessment in international schools report and podcast share advice
Assessment in international schools report and podcast share advice

A new report on the future of K-12 assessment practice in international schools highlights the changes many international schools are currently making. Read more

School initiatives help students develop ethical values
School initiatives help students develop ethical values

School initiatives that support students in their development of ethical values, which encourage them to think and act as good citizens, are recognised in the International School Awards through the Ethical Values Education Award. Read more

Investigating value through storytelling and fantasy
Investigating value through storytelling and fantasy

Berlin Brandenburg International School won the Ethical Values Education Award at this year’s International School Awards and explains their award-winning initiative here . The judging panel considered it a model for all schools as judge Paul Regan explains. Read more

Growing the change-makers of tomorrow 
Growing the change-makers of tomorrow 

Berlin Brandenburg International School won the Ethical Values Award at the International School Awards 2022 for its Growing Up initiative. The project was piloted in the Early Education Programme and received widespread acclaim from the judges who proposed it as an approach that “all schools could model”.  Read more

Pioneering a culture of inclusion
Pioneering a culture of inclusion

Al-Bayan International School received a special commendation at the 2022 International School Awards for introducing extensive inclusive education in Kuwait. Read more

Make waves in your curriculum 
Make waves in your curriculum 

At this year’s International School Awards, The Harbour School, Hong Kong received the Teaching and Learning Award for its place-based experiential learning initiative.  Read more

Connecting the community through big and small talk
Connecting the community through big and small talk

Rugby School Thailand won the Community Wellbeing initiative at the 2022 International School Awards. Read about their initiative and advice here. Read more

Leading comfort and purpose during uncertain times 
Leading comfort and purpose during uncertain times 

 At this year’s International School Awards, the European Azerbaijan School received a special commendation for delivering educational support to students who are living in the Nagorno Karabakh war zone. CEO and Director, Francesco Banchini, shares the school’s story.  Read more

Celebrating DEIJ initiatives of international schools
Celebrating DEIJ initiatives of international schools

The DEIJ International School Award highlights some of the exceptional initiatives international schools are now delivering to develop diversity, equity, inclusion and justice (DEIJ) throughout their school, not just for students but for all stakeholders. Read more

International schools tackle environmental challenges
International schools tackle environmental challenges

Student activism in support of environmental change was visible in all of the initiatives shortlisted for the Environmental Award within this year’s International School Awards. Read more

How digital tech is impacting student learning
How digital tech is impacting student learning

There are now so many opportunities where digital technology can support the teaching and learning of all subjects. The schools that were shortlisted for the Digital Technology in Learning International School Award 2022 demonstrated this in abundance. Read more

The Importance of Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Justice in Recruitment
The Importance of Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Justice in Recruitment

ISC Research recently hosted an online panel discussion addressing the challenge of recruitment and staff development in international schools. Our panel of experts from international schools and expert partners highlighted the rising importance of diversity, equality, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) when recruiting new employees in international schools. Read more

Celebrating Digital Edruptors on Digital Learning Day
Celebrating Digital Edruptors on Digital Learning Day

Digital Learning Day shouldn’t pass without acknowledging some of the most influential people in international education technology - and sharing some of their advice to educators. Read more

Don’t leave your international brand development to chance
Don’t leave your international brand development to chance

A recent ISC Research white paper, on the purchasing decisions of international schools, highlighted research identifying the good practice from education suppliers that schools most value when selecting new products and services. Read more

What matters most to educators in 2022?
What matters most to educators in 2022?

ISC Research spoke with several international education influencers about what they believe will matter most for educators in 2022. Read more

How international schools define and understand international mindedness
How international schools define and understand international mindedness

We recently hosted an online panel discussion addressing international mindedness within an international school setting. Discover what international mindedness means to our panelist and their advice on how to develop international mindedness in schools. Read more

How International Schools support community wellbeing
How International Schools support community wellbeing

It is important that schools contribute to the wellbeing of their community. The International School Awards acknowledges this with the Community Wellbeing award which provides recognition to initiatives that support school community wellbeing including the pastoral care of students. Read more

International Schools and how they build communities
International Schools and how they build communities

The value of community building cannot be overemphasised, especially when people come together to fulfil a common goal. Schools play a crucial part in developing lifelong skills for students, and it is that part that we celebrate with the International School Awards every year. Let’s take a closer look at one of these award categories; the Community Building Award. Read more

How to write a good award application
How to write a good award application

The International School Award nominations include many excellently written applications. But there are others that suffer during the judging process because the content of the application has missed the mark. Here is some advice from the International School Awards judging panel to guide schools when preparing their awards application. Read more

International School Awards 2022 Winners Revealed
International School Awards 2022 Winners Revealed

The International School Awards 2022 were announced during a live global online event on Tuesday 18th January. 261 eligible applications were received this year from international schools in over 40 countries including schools in Kenya, Switzerland, the United Arab Emirates, Colombia, Malaysia, and China. Take a look at our winners and their initiatives! Read more

Practical recruitment and CPD advice for international schools and staff
Practical recruitment and CPD advice for international schools and staff

ISC Research hosted an online panel discussion addressing some of the key challenges currently impacting recruitment and staff development in international schools. Here are just a few of the key messages and advice to take away from our expert panel. Read more

UAE schools get going on a new school week
UAE schools get going on a new school week

Despite remote learning featuring once again for some schools in the UAE, the beginning of the new school term has begun with the successful adoption of a new working week across the country. Read more

Addressing anti-bias in our content
Addressing anti-bias in our content

Increased understanding of DEIJ (diversity, equity, inclusion and justice) calls us to account. In our continual effort to address and respond to unconscious bias in our content, we have amended one section of our International School Student Profile Report to provide historical context of the international schools market from an anti-racist viewpoint. Read more

Does international education deliver what it promises?
Does international education deliver what it promises?

ISC Research has published a new report on today’s international school student profile and how the promise of an international education has resulted in the dramatic growth in the market. Read more

A view of student international mindedness by Nelson Graves
A view of student international mindedness by Nelson Graves

Nelson Graves, Founder and President of News Decoder, gives an insightful response to our latest specialist report on the international student profile. Read more

International School Awards 2022 Shortlisted Schools Announced
International School Awards 2022 Shortlisted Schools Announced

The shortlisted schools have been announced for the International School Awards 2022. Read more

Hacking education to inspire innovators
Hacking education to inspire innovators

American Community School of Abu Dhabi won the future-thinking innovators award at the 2021 International School Awards last January.  Here Superintendent, Monique Flickinger tells their award-winning story.  Read more

How sustainability inspires the international school community
How sustainability inspires the international school community

Educators Sal Gordon from Green School Bali, and Anthony Copeland from Fairgreen International School, along with student, Aliza Kabani from Sigtunaskolan Humanistiska Läroverket (SSHL), contributed experienced and diverse viewpoints around the topic of sustainability in an inspiring discussion at our recent Edruptors Conference. Read more

Key shifts in recruitment and CPD in international schools
Key shifts in recruitment and CPD in international schools

ISC Research has conducted research into current recruitment and CPD practice within international schools, identifying shifts within the market and exploring the factors influencing change. Let’s highlight some of the key findings. Read more

The state of wellbeing in international schools – insights from outsiders
The state of wellbeing in international schools – insights from outsiders

Wellbeing has become a key talking point worldwide. This has resulted in new initiatives and breakthroughs within the education sector. The recent ISC Research Edruptors conference delved into this subject in a discussion led by Nalini Cook, Head of EMEA Research at ISC Research, alongside a panel of four popular education podcasters. Read more

2022 International School Awards partner with new World’s Best School Prizes
2022 International School Awards partner with new World’s Best School Prizes

We’re pleased to announce that the most promising initiatives shortlisted for the 2022 International School Awards will also be considered for the 2022 World’s Best School Prizes. Read more

The Edruptors Conference Political Session: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice
The Edruptors Conference Political Session: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice

In our political session during the ISC Research Edruptors Conference in July, educators and international school alumni discussed how they are taking action to support diversity, equality, inclusion and justice (DEIJ). Read more

New report highlights change to international undergraduate recruitment and admissions
New report highlights change to international undergraduate recruitment and admissions

To better understand how the world’s universities are currently adapting international undergraduate pathways, ISC Research conducted research this summer. 165 higher education institutions from 23 countries participated in the research. A free report is now available, along with a white paper containing reactions from international school college counsellors to the research results.  Read more

Celebrate your school at this year’s ISAs
Celebrate your school at this year’s ISAs

The annual International School Awards (ISAs), hosted by ISC Research, bring the world’s international schools community together, sharing and celebrating great learning, innovation, and community participation.  Read more

New school year begins with the international school sector looking stronger than ever
New school year begins with the international school sector looking stronger than ever

As of July 2021, ISC Research data recorded a total of 12,373 international schools around the world enrolling 5.6 million students and employ 550,846 teaching staff. The sector has demonstrated defensive resilience throughout COVID-19, generating over $53 billion USD in annual school fees, and looks set to emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever.  ​  Read more

Introducing progressive child protection
Introducing progressive child protection

The English School, Kuwait won the International School Awards Safeguarding Award 2021 for a safeguarding initiative that supports its entire international community and that of the wider schools network throughout the country.   Read more

Could your school be a winner?
Could your school be a winner?

Nominations are open for the 2022 International School Awards (ISAs). The awards, hosted by ISC Research, provide international schools with the chance to share and be recognised for great practice and successful initiatives within a range of categories. Read more

What are the key shifts in Teaching and Learning? 
What are the key shifts in Teaching and Learning? 

The new Heads Up series hosted by ISC Research kicks off with an insightful discussion about shifts in teaching and learning practices at international schools. Read more

More students, bilingual education, school groups and UK curricula in the international schools market this year
More students, bilingual education, school groups and UK curricula in the international schools market this year

At the ISC Research Edruptors Conference, ISC Research released new data and shifts happening within the world’s international schools market.   Read more

New report helps inform the shifting international schools market
New report helps inform the shifting international schools market

Latest trends published by ISC Research in a new Summary Report of the international schools market suggest the sector has remained resilient through the massive impact of COVID-19.   Read more

How sustainability inspires the international school community  
How sustainability inspires the international school community  

The international school community has proactively inspired students to care about their local and global environment and learn to act in a sustainable way. Read more

Data Mining in the Early Years
Data Mining in the Early Years

Fiona Carter, Director of Academics at Wellington College China and Matthew Savage, educational consultant and trainer Savage Education share some best practices on Early Years data. Read more

Demand for affordable international schools increases
Demand for affordable international schools increases

The international schools market has seen a notable growth in demand for schools at a fee point affordable by more families.  Read more

New China regulations and their impact on schools in China
New China regulations and their impact on schools in China

In what appears to be a significant move, the Chinese government has announced greater controls on private schools from the start of the 2021-2022 school year which begins this September.  Read more

Your wellbeing questions answered
Your wellbeing questions answered

Our webinar panellists have given their expert feedback to many of the questions asked during our recent wellbeing webinar, and we share their responses here. Read more

Why does authentic care and belonging in international schools matter?
Why does authentic care and belonging in international schools matter?

Last month I presented about wellbeing in international schools at the World Education Summit. Afterwards, I received many comments ... Read more

Parents are selecting schools in different ways and for different reasons
Parents are selecting schools in different ways and for different reasons

It was very insightful leading the research of international school admissions directors and school marketing leaders for the new white paper that ISC Research has just published. Read more

International schools impacted by staff and student wellbeing during COVID-19
International schools impacted by staff and student wellbeing during COVID-19

ISC Research has launched a new report of research into how the wellbeing of students and staff at international schools has been affected by COVID-19. Read more

New international school data at the TAISI conference
New international school data at the TAISI conference

Some school campuses in India now have permission to open for selected year groups after eight months of distance learning due to COVID-19. Read more

International School Award Winners 2021 Announced Today
International School Award Winners 2021 Announced Today

The International School Awards 2021 were live streamed today to schools around the world. The International School of the Year 2021 was awarded to Branksome Hall Asia, South Korea. Read more

New Shifts in the World’s International Schools Market

There are notable shifts in the international schools market as new trends are emerging, according to the latest research by ISC Research. Read more

The questions university international officers ask to international school college counsellors
The questions university international officers ask to international school college counsellors

The webinar about university pathway support for international school students provided some excellent advice for international officers, who also asked a range of questions. Read more

The future of education in a post-COVID landscape: Your questions answered – Part 1
The future of education in a post-COVID landscape: Your questions answered – Part 1

Over 1,000 questions were posed to a panel of experts on the Education Perfect and ISC Research webinar: The future of education in a post-COVID landscape. Read more

More than 12,000 international schools in the world
More than 12,000 international schools in the world

There are now over 12,000 English-medium international schools around the world. This includes 132 brand new international schools and campuses which have opened their doors for the first time this calendar year (from January 2020 onwards). Read more

Your international schools global update questions answered
Your international schools global update questions answered

In the ISC Research global update webinar about the world’s international schools market (October 2020), many questions were asked by attendees. We did not have the time to answer these during the webinar, so now here are answers to them. Read more

Questions from education suppliers on the impact of coronavirus for international schools by Diane Glass
Questions from education suppliers on the impact of coronavirus for international schools by Diane Glass

The leaders of COBIS and ECIS joined me on a webinar last week and shared news about the impact of coronavirus on their member schools. Read more

2020 International School Awards Winners
2020 International School Awards Winners

The International School of the Year 2020 was awarded to St Andrews International School Bangkok (Primary School), Thailand for its exceptionally powerful environmental initiative. Read more

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Best Practices for Implementing Educational Esports in Schools

Event date - November 25, 2024

Join Elliot Mack, Co-Founder and CEO of DAIGON, on 25th November at 2 pm GMT for a CPD webinar on Best Practices for Implementing Educational Esports in Schools Find out more

EduTech Asia

Event date - November 7, 2024

Join Janelle Torres, Research Manager - South-East Asia, at EDUTech Asia on the 7th November, where she will be joining the does the 'A' in assessment stand for 'AI' panel discussion at 2:35 pm. Find out more

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ECIS

ECIS are a non-profit global membership organisation for internationally-minded schools and partners. Hear from Sarah Kupke, Head of Schools Relationships and Partnerships, as she details ECIS and ISC Research’s shared vision of using data to ... Read more

Fulton Science Academy Atherton, Jeju, South Korea

Fulton Science Academy Atherton, Jeju, South Korea

In Spring 2024, Fulton Science Academy Private School announced its global expansion with the planned opening of Fulton Science Academy Atherton in Jeju Island, South Korea in partnership with AIS Global. In this joint case study, Dr Kenan ... Read more

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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.