Why the International School Sector Is Experiencing Rapid Growth | With Grainne O'Reilly

The international school sector has seen an impressive 8.5% growth over the past five years. According to ISC Research, 1,097 new schools have opened since 2019, and the market serves a total of 7.4 million students worldwide. In this episode, we are joined by seasoned leadership consultant Grainne O'Reilly to explore the factors fuelling this rapid expansion of the international schools sector. Kai and Grainne cover: - Why more parents are choosing international schools - The benefits to students of joining an international school - The challenges and opportunities of being a founding headteacher in this sector- The distinctions between working for a school group, an independent franchise, and a standalone school- How different school models impact the educational environment and leadership strategies.Grainne shares stories, insights and valuable lessons from her experience establishing and leading international schools across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Tune in to understand the evolving landscape of international education and the opportunities it presents for educators and students alike. About Our GuestGrainne O’Reilly is an experienced educator and school leader who has established and run international schools across the Americas, Europe and Asia. Resources ISC Research (https://iscresearch.com/)LYIS (https://leadingyourinternationalschool.com/)COBIS (https://www.cobis.org.uk/)BSME (https://www.bsme.org.uk/)FOBISIA (https://www.fobisia.org/)HMC (https://www.hmc.org.uk/)CIS (https://www.cois.org/)IB (https://www.ibo.org/)TeachMiddleEast (https://teachmiddleeastmag.com/)KaiPod NewsEnjoyed this episode? Keep the conversation going with KaiPod News — a fortnightly newsletter from Kai Vacher sharing fresh insights, stories, and strategies from education leaders around the world. Subscribe here.

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