Sector News

Children get much sadder at secondary school

23rd November 2022

Children’s wellbeing plummets between the ages of 11 and 14, according to new research that suggests secondary school makes them unhappy. Academics at the universities of Cambridge and Manchester studied…

The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA) final report has been published today, October 20, 2022.

20th October 2022

The report covers England and Wales and sets out 20 key recommendations: A single set of core data relating to child sexual abuse and child sexual exploitation. Child Protection Authorities…

UK boarding top for Chinese students – survey

19th October 2022

The UK remains the top destination for parents choosing a boarding education for their children, according to research by the Boarding Schools’ Association. The report, produced in partnership with BSA, British Association of Independent Schools with…

Survey of Chinese parents shows satisfaction with UK schools and growing agent usage

13th October 2022

A new survey of the parents of Chinese students has shown high levels of satisfaction with UK independent schools and guardianship providers, growing confidence to send students as Covid concerns…

Licensed Trade Charity Celebrates 2022 Award Winners and highlights the impact of its work

11th October 2022

The Licensed Trade Charity, who are dedicated to supporting workers in the licensed drinks trade, marked their 229th year launching their latest Impact Report (https://www.licensedtradecharity.org.uk/site/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/1728_LTC_Impact-report_2021_final.pdf). The event was held at the…

UK is education destination of choice for Chinese parents according to BSA report

10th October 2022

The UK is still the top destination for Chinese parents choosing a boarding education for their children, according to a new BSA-commissioned report which builds on a similar survey last…

Schoolblazer: Changing the face of uniform in a rapidly changing world

6th October 2022

Since its foundation in 2004, Schoolblazer has been at the forefront of developments in schoolwear. We recognised from the start that independent school parents valued convenience and service and were…

BSA Statement following passing of Her Majesty The Queen

8th September 2022

On behalf of BSA Group, we would like to express our sincerest condolences on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. We are deeply saddened by the news and…

Empathy Week 2023

2nd September 2022

Empathy Week begins on 27 February, 2023 and we are encouraging BSA Member schools to take part. Staff at Empathy Week have share with us the following message about next…

Pioneering institute for boarding professionals launched by BSA Group

1st September 2022

A specialist institute for professionals working in boarding education has been launched by BSA Group. The Institute of Boarding (TIOB) is a new networking, training and professional recognition organisation aimed…