Genna Morgan

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In this final instalment of our three-part series on launching international schools, we consider the legal and practical steps involved in planning the project, negotiating and completing the agreement(s) underpinning it; and then managing the relationship with the overseas partner and the international school on an ongoing basis. If you are interested in reading more, see part one, which covers how to scope the project and part two, which looks at protecting the UK school.

For many years, independent schools in the UK have been collaborating with overseas partners to open or develop British schools worldwide. Today, it is estimated around 45-50 UK schools have opened or announced international campuses; and there are around 150 schools worldwide with a UK partner.