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.
A public school education for my child?
Posted on April 20th, 2011 by Liam Butler, under News, Private Schools, Special Educational Needs (SEN)You’d be forgiven if the thought of ‘public schools’ still conjured up images of severe headmasters and stodgy lumpy custard but step into an independent school today and you might find yourself pleasantly surprised.
Public school education has evolved into…
Looking for an independent school teaching job?
Posted on February 10th, 2011 by Liam Butler, under NewsThe Independent Schools Council provides a free Job Zone with hundreds of jobs listed each month, allowing you to find the job that suits you.
Independent schools upload their vacancies every day to the Job Zone meaning that you…
ISC ICT Conference: Collaboration, engagement and confidence
Posted on January 31st, 2011 by Adele Gilpin, under Briefings from ISC's ICT Strategy Group, NewsThe subject of ICT in schools may not float everyone’s boat but I’ve got to say I was really excited to receive an invitation to the ISC ICT conference at Bedford School. I must admit I am a bit of…
Dynamic learning through 3D technologies
Posted on November 18th, 2010 by Kristen DiLemmo, under NewsAs part of an ongoing scheme to bring together American and British technological developments, the American Embassy hosted a seminar this morning on the intersections of 3D technology and education. The event showcased the educational applications for the Digital Light…
Teacher Taster Days in independent schools
Posted on May 11th, 2010 by Amy Cheung, under Prep Schools, Private Schools, School Job Search, Teaching JobsIf you are a teacher in training, or interested in working in an independent school, then Teacher Taster Days will offer a valuable insight to what it’s like teaching in the independent sector.
What are Teacher Taster Days?…
The Appropriate Relationship between staff and pupils in cyberspace
Posted on September 24th, 2009 by ICT Strategy Group, under Briefings from ISC's ICT Strategy Group, NewsTraditional, established and agreed boundaries between staff and pupils are being blurred by the way in which Social Networking Sites operate.
What do you need to know
- Social Networking Sites [e.g. www.Facebook.com facilitate the sharing of up-to-date personal
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A Bright Spark: ‘Gifted and Talented’ in the Independent Sector
Posted on April 8th, 2009 by Liam Butler, under Boarding Schools, ISCias, News, Private Schools, Special Educational Needs (SEN)‘Gifted and Talented’ (G&T) children are defined as those who have one or more abilities developed significantly ahead of their year group or have the potential to develop these abilities. Helping Students achieve their full potential is certainly nothing new…
Search for school job vacancies using ISC’s new job search
Posted on February 20th, 2009 by Rosie Keeling, under Boarding Schools, ISC Staff Roles, News, Private Schools, School Job Search, Teaching JobsISC have launched a new job search for individuals looking for a job in an independent school. Job vacancies cover all school positions including teaching and non-teaching jobs.
Independent Schools – A Well Rounded Education
Posted on January 30th, 2009 by Liam Butler, under Boarding Schools, ISCias, School Curriculum - Private Schools, School Fees - Private Schools, School League TablesOver 500,000 children benefit from an independent education in one of ISC’s 1276 member schools. Independent schools offer a wealth of facilities and high teaching standards that enable students to achieve great results year after year. Independent schools are in…