Support for UK independent schools setting up schools overseas

Expanding internationally is not simply about opening a campus overseas, but about making the right strategic decisions at every stage of the journey. Whether you are exploring new opportunities or developing existing international schools, strong partnerships, clear planning, and robust quality assurance frameworks are critical to long-term success.

In this webinar, you can gain practical insight into international expansion and growth, hear first-hand experiences from a UK school brand operating overseas, and understand the frameworks and support available to guide and strengthen your international provision.

The learning objectives of this session are to:
• Understand the key considerations when exploring or expanding international school provision
• Learn from real-world experience of establishing and operating overseas campuses
• Gain clarity on COBIS Provisional School status and Accreditation pathways
• Explore how COBIS membership and accreditation frameworks support quality, consistency, and sustainability across international schools

This session is delivered by:
• Sean Davey, Global Business Director, Reigate Grammar School International • Colin Bell, CEO, COBIS
• Natalie Williams, Director of Membership and Engagement, COBIS
• Sharon Gallagher, Accreditation Operations Manager, COBIS

We are delighted that Christopher Boobier, DBT International Education Regional Lead – focus on Saudi Arabia, China and Hong Kong, Nigeria, also joined the webinar.