Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about international school expansion and our services.
Common Questions
Detailed answers to questions we frequently receive
The process typically begins with a strategic review of your school's readiness, followed by detailed market research to identify viable locations. We then support you through feasibility analysis, partner selection, regulatory exploration, and brand alignment.
We evaluate local demand, demographic trends, regulatory landscape, competitor presence, and the availability of investment or partnership opportunities. This is all packaged in a clear feasibility report to guide decision-making.
This varies over time, but current high-potential regions include parts of Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Gulf. We provide tailored insights based on up-to-date market research for your school's specific strengths and objectives.
Typically, 18–24 months from initial planning to opening day. This includes feasibility analysis, regulatory approvals, campus development, and recruitment of key staff.
Our team includes former headteachers, governors, digital transformation specialists, and international education consultants. Collectively, we've worked with British independent schools in over seven countries and helped launch more than 60 international campuses.
Investment levels depend on your chosen model, location, and scale. With a direct model, capital is needed for site development, staffing, and marketing. In contrast, a franchise model can significantly reduce upfront costs, as local partners often provide the financial backing.
A franchise approach can remove the need for significant capital outlay by the UK school. The local partner typically funds the development and pays a licensing or management fee, allowing the school to expand with lower financial exposure.
Most well-managed campuses reach break-even within 3 years. This varies by location, fee structure, and enrolment rates, but careful planning and operational efficiency are key to hitting this timeline.
Schools can typically expect ROI of up to 25% per annum on successful campuses. We provide clear financial modelling during the feasibility phase to guide your projections and planning.
Funding can come from internal reserves, external investors, local joint ventures, or franchise partners. We support schools in identifying the right structure and can introduce trusted partners where needed.
These include staff salaries, premises costs, regulatory compliance, marketing, and ongoing support. We provide location-specific benchmarks and cost breakdowns to ensure you plan accurately.
We implement robust quality assurance frameworks, support staff training, and offer regular assessments. We also work closely with your UK-based leadership to ensure alignment in ethos, standards, and delivery.
Our post-launch support includes operational oversight, quality assurance visits, staff development, and regulatory compliance monitoring. Support packages are tailored to your needs and level of involvement.
We help define role requirements, source candidates through trusted international recruitment networks, and ensure all staff meet safeguarding and accreditation standards.
We use structured frameworks for monitoring academic performance, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Schools also benefit from regular audits and ongoing strategic advice.
We integrate local curriculum mandates while preserving your school's academic integrity. Our curriculum experts ensure regulatory compliance without compromising your educational philosophy.
Yes. We assist with accreditation processes for Cambridge International (CIE), the International Baccalaureate (IB/IBO), and Advanced Placement (AP), guiding your school through documentation, training, and inspections.
We support accreditation with leading bodies such as COBIS (Council of British International Schools) and CIS (Council of International Schools), helping ensure quality and credibility in global education markets.
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