International
The latest news, analysis and thought leadership for the international schools sector, including US, British and International baccalaureate curriculum schools
Today
17th Aug 2026
Dukes expands European presence with German school buy
Deal for Cambridge curriculum school means the international group is now operating in 10 nations across the continent
5 phrases to cut out of your vocabulary for a more inclusive school
Sometimes language used by staff can inadvertently lower expectations, says Jarlath O’Brien, and so it pays for leaders to work with their teams to phase these expressions out
Thursday
13th Aug 2026
Which A-level subjects recorded the highest grades in 2026?
Maths and English literature both saw a bigger increase in top A-level grades this year than the marginal rise recorded across all subjects
A-level results 2026: regional divide grows again
Today’s A-level results for England also reveal increases in the top grades awarded and in the overall pass rate
Tuesday
11th Aug 2026
Exam results 2026: Cambridge International A levels released
More than 360,000 students in 128 countries received their Cambridge International AS- and A-level results today, with the number of entries up 5 per cent on last year
What new safeguarding rules mean for parent volunteers in schools
From next month, new safeguarding guidance will make it more difficult for people to volunteer in schools to support reading, among other things. Shezleen Salaam explains the impact of the changes
Monday
10th Aug 2026
How to create an AI policy for your school
The potential benefits of AI in schools can only be realised if use of the technology is structured, says Alex Dave – that’s why having a dedicated policy is so important
Why private schools opening overseas must adapt to thrive
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
Friday
7th Aug 2026
Most teachers to pay less into their pension under new plans
DfE launches consultation on cutting employee contribution rates for the Teachers’ Pension Scheme across most salary bands
6 questions to help you make better leadership decisions
Leadership is filled with difficult choices – but how do you know you’re making the right one? This leader proposes a series of reflective questions to guide your thought process