The Independent Schools Council is a politically independent, not-for-profit organisation representing 1,270 independent schools educating more than 500,000 children. It exists to promote choice, diversity and excellence in education, developing talent at all levels of ability and from all backgrounds.
Archive for July, 2011
Have a look round the classroom of the future…
Posted on July 25th, 2011 by Liam Butler, under ISCias, News, School Curriculum - Private SchoolsWe often hear stories of pupils educated in the independent sector trekking off to a far flung destination on a field trip or charity expedition but what really goes on inside the classroom back here in the UK? With many…
GAP years for the twitter generation
Posted on July 15th, 2011 by Liam Butler, under ISCias, NewsAfter what seems like an eternity of exams you can’t blame the average 18 year old for wanting to take a year out before embarking on university life or the world of work. Many may scoff at the idea of…
Forget the gold rush, now it’s time for the green rush!
Posted on July 12th, 2011 by Liam Butler, under Eco-Schools, ISCias, NewsThe green agenda seems to dominate the press these days with energy efficiency at the top of the political agenda so it’s hardly surprising that independent schools are no different with sustainability and conservation featuring prominently both inside and outside…