Every school is unique! It sounds like a truism, but its a truth that every school start-up needs to respect. And it doesnt matter how many schools youve already opened; the next one will be different. After all, thats the whole beauty of schools, isnt it? They evolve and develop their own special character. This is particularly true in international education where there is a fiercely competitive market, and the most successful schools will be those that most authentically fit their local eco-system and context. And thats why this book is so essential! Chapter by chapter, this thought-provoking in-depth exploration of all stages of opening a new international school takes you to the heart of the challenges you will face. There are answers, derived from the successful experiences of school leaders who have great track records in this area, but more importantly, here you will find the right questions to ask yourself in this process. Through this process of supporting and challenging you to develop as a school leader, school owner or school governor, the authors believe they can help you to open a sustainable school with an enduring global legacy.
Foreword; How To Get The Most Out of This Book; Part 1Organisational
Foundation; Part 2Develop Your Infrastructure; Part 3Human Resources; Part
4Build Your Educational Programme; Part 5Marketing, Communications and
Admissions:; Building a Community; Summary; Glossary
Andre Double UK (Dover), Malaysia (Penang), China (Tianjin, Shanghai, Shenzhen). BA (Hons); Post-Graduate Diploma Educational Leadership; NPQSL, NPQH (Currently working towards). Founder / CEO - Leading Your International School Former Head of Primary - Invictus School Shenzhen; Yew Wah International Education School, Shanghai Lingang De Montfort University, University of Gloucester, University of Bath, Brockhill Park School, Saltwood, Hythe, Kent.
Chris Nash UK, (Cambridge, London), China ( Beijing) BA Hons (Cantab), PGCE, MA (education management), NPQH Head of International Education, Beijing Xinxuedao Education & Culture Company Cambridge University Professional Development Board member, Cambridge International East Asia Registered Trainer, Cambridge International Chair of the Society for Anglo-Chinese Understanding
Grainne O'Reilly London, New York, Houston, Brussels, Seoul (Korea), Austin (USA), Foshan (China) B.Ed (Hons), UK teacher qualified, US teacher qualified, NPQSH, SEN Diploma, Texas Director qualified Start-up Schools Specialist Advisor - Leading Your International School Executive Principal EtonHouse Schools, China Founding Principal IST Texas, USA Founding Principal Abercorn International School Texas, USA
