Specialist Sector

The former multi-academy trust leader talks to Tes about his career path to becoming CEO of GEMS School Management, his plan to open 100 international schools and why the secret of school success is the same in Zanzibar or Sunderland

State funding for private schools may sound unthinkable, but that’s the everyday reality Down Under – and it could pose some ideas for the UK, says HMC’s Simon Hyde

Sarah Al Amiri, minister of education for the United Arab Emirates, talks to Tes about a major new initiative in the nation, training teachers at scale and creating a welcoming environment for international schools

The world is changing rapidly, and this means how international schools operate is changing, too – and this could pose some big questions for the sector, says Sam Gipson

International recruitment season is upon us – but for those considering going abroad, there are some fundamentals to consider before any applications, says this experienced teacher in China

International schools are part of a wider network of global mobility, says this leader in Belgium – and they can further support expat families by engaging with the corporations parents work for

From teacher recruitment to group consolidation, Association of British International Schools chair James McDonald shares insights on key trends set to impact settings in 2026-27

As more UK independent schools look to open campuses in other countries, this primary leader shares examples of how to lean into local customs and cultures to ensure that the new school is built on solid foundations

Should private schools accept that VAT on fees is here to stay, or could political winds of change shift again one day, asks HMC CEO Simon Hyde

The international sector is seen as an investment opportunity, but the schools that will thrive are those that build trust with their parents and local communities – not those that simply rely on their brand, writes Federico Verri

The international school scene in Nigeria is booming thanks to strong population growth. We speak with staff at schools across the country to find out what it’s like to live and work there

The economic theory of loss aversion bias can explain why students often fear failure more than they crave the thrill of success, but the right story can counter this mindset, says this leader