Educator’s Corner Ep 10: The International Schools Sector

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Educators Corner podcast! In this episode, we are thrilled to be joined by Grainne O'Reilly, a seasoned leadership consultant with extensive experience in establishing and leading international schools across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Join us as we delve into the dynamic world of international schools, a sector experiencing remarkable growth.

What's Inside This Episode?

• Understanding the Growth: Discover the factors fueling the rapid expansion of the international schools sector, which has seen an impressive 8.5% growth over the past five years, with 1,097 new schools opening since 2019, according to ISC Research.
• Parental Appeal: Explore why international schools are increasingly attractive to parents worldwide and what unique benefits they offer to students.
• Leadership Challenges and Rewards: Gain insights into the challenges and rewards of being a founding headteacher in this sector. Grainne shares her experiences and the lessons learned from setting up new schools.
• Different School Models: Learn about the distinctions between working for a school group, an independent franchise, and a standalone school, and how these models impact the educational environment and leadership strategies.

Referenced Organisations:

• ISC Research (https://iscresearch.com/)
• LYIS (https://leadingyourinternationalschool.com/)
• COBIS (https://www.cobis.org.uk/)
• BSME (https://www.bsme.org.uk/)
• FOBISIA (https://www.fobisia.org/)
• HMC (https://www.hmc.org.uk/)
• CIS (https://www.cois.org/)
• IB (https://www.ibo.org/)
• TeachMiddleEast (https://teachmiddleeastmag.com/)

Tune in to this engaging conversation to understand the evolving landscape of international education and the opportunities it presents for educators and students alike. Whether you're an educator, a parent, or simply curious about global education trends, this episode offers valuable insights into the thriving international schools sector.