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# CISC - Catholic Independent Schools' Conference

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- [CISC Welcomes Proposals to Strengthen Religious Education](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/07/cisc-welcomes-proposals-to-strengthen-religious-education/) - The Catholic Independent Schools' Conference (CISC) has welcomed proposals to strengthen the place of Religious Education within the national curriculum for state-funded schools. Whilst the proposed changes will not directly affect Catholic independent schools, CISC believes that high-quality Religious Education is an essential part of every young person's education. As an academic discipline, Religious Education
- [Reflections on Retirement from Catholic Schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/07/reflections-on-retirement-from-catholic-schools/) - https://networkingcet.co.uk/news/eereflections-for-those-retiring-from-headship-in-catholic-schools As another academic year draws to a close, my thoughts often turn to those Headteachers who, after many years of faithful service, are preparing to retire from Catholic school leadership. For some, this marks the end of a career spanning decades; for others, the conclusion of a vocation that has shaped much of their
- [Exciting resources for schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/06/exciting-resources-for-schools/) - On our recent RE Development Day at Woldingham School, we heard all about a wonderful resource written by Lizzy Peck, one of our wonderful Heads of RE called You Can Tell Me Anything. For finding info about both books with CISC schools, here are the relevant webpages: https://www.franciscanpublishing.com/books/childrens/god-is-not-a-man-in-the-sky/ https://www.caritatebooks.com/books/you-can-tell-me-anything/ Here is the webpage for Lindsay
- [Free resources for schools and parishes](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/06/free-resources-for-schools-and-parishes/) - God who Speaks Free Catholic resources for schools and parishes every month. www.godwhospeaks.uk/ www.godwhospeaks.uk/education/ Sign up to our Mailchimp on the website if you wish to receive monthly resources updates. Or contact: Fleur Dorrell, Biblical Apostolate Manager, Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England & Wales – fleur.dorrell@cbcew.org.uk Current items of interest - Divine Designs: Between the Covers.
- [Stonyhurst College Welcomes New Head](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/05/stonyhurst-college-welcomes-new-head/) - Stonyhurst College has welcomed Mr William Doherty as its new Head, who began his leadership of the College on Friday 1 May 2026. Mr Doherty joins Stonyhurst from Xavier College Melbourne, Australia, bringing more than 30 years’ experience in education, including significant leadership roles within Jesuit schools. His appointment marks an important moment in the
- [Stronger Together: Exploring New Pathways for CISC](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/04/stronger-together-exploring-new-pathways-for-cisc-schools/) - On Wednesday 22 April, around 40 leaders from around 16 Catholic independent schools gathered at the Holborn venues in London hosted by Headline Sponsors Stone King for an important and timely conversation about the future of the sector. Bringing together Heads, Bursars, Trustees and representatives from Religious Orders, along with the General Secretary of CISC
- [Free Leadership Development Opportunity for Aspiring Leaders](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/04/free-leadership-development-opportunity-for-aspiring-leaders/) - Subject: Leadership Development Opportunity for Aspiring Leaders – Please Share Dear Friends and Colleagues, Please share this excellent professional development opportunity with colleagues in your school who are either at the beginning of their leadership journey or who may be aspiring to leadership roles. We are pleased to offer a Leadership Development Programme designed specifically for middle leaders
- [Stuart Shelton Appointed As New Principal and CEO of The Princethorpe Foundation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/04/stuart-shelton-appointed-as-new-principal-and-ceo-of-the-princethorpe-foundation/) - After a rigorous selection process, the trustees of The Princethorpe Foundation have announced the appointment of Stuart Shelton to the role of CEO and Foundation Principal, with effect from September 2027. Mr Shelton will take over from Ed Hester, who will be retiring after 18 years of outstanding service leading the Foundation. Currently Headteacher of
- [Silver Racing St John's College, Cardiff reach the stem racing world finals in Singapore](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/04/silver-racing-st-johns-college-cardiff-reach-the-stem-racing-world-finals-in-singapore/) - Silver Racing from St John's College, Cardiff reach the stem racing world finals in Singapore Silver Racing delivered an exceptional all-round performance, securing 3rd place on the national podium and earning the title of Welsh Champions. Their consistency across all judging areas proved crucial, combining strong engineering with polished presentations and a compelling team identity.
- [Catholic Independent Schools – Stronger Together Invitation 22 April, London](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/03/catholic-independent-schools-stronger-together-invitation-22-april-london/) - FAO Heads, Bursars, Trustees and Religious Orders Catholic Independent Schools – stronger together This is, in many ways, a call to action. Our schools are facing an unprecedented convergence of pressures: the imposition of VAT on fees, the removal of business rate relief, increases in National Insurance, and shifting demographics. The Catholic independent sector has been
- [St John’s College, Cardiff Production of Les Miserables](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/03/st-johns-college-cardiff-production-of-les-miserables/) - We are immensely proud of the recent production of Les Miserables. Over 80 pupils were involved and approximately 1,000 people came to see the production over the 4 sell out nights. The recent four-night run of Les Misérables (School Edition) was nothing short of extraordinary, a triumph of dedication, resilience, and breathtaking young talent. From the
- [Beacons of Hope: Reflections on National Catholic Education Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/03/beacons-of-hope-reflections-on-national-catholic-education-day/) - The historic halls of Coombe Abbey recently played host to a landmark gathering for the National Catholic Education Day. The Catholic Independent Schools Conference (CISC) was delighted to stand alongside colleagues from across the sector, participating as both partner and exhibitor in a day defined by fellowship and forward-thinking. The conference opened with the celebration
- [CISC Newsletter February 2026](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/03/cisc-newsletter-february-2026-2/)
- [CISC Newsletter February 2026](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/03/cisc-newsletter-february-2026/) - CISC Newsletter February 2026
- [Moore Kingston Smith Independent Schools Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/02/moore-kingston-smith-independent-schools-conference-2026/) - Moore Kingston Smith Independent Schools Conference 2026 We are thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Independent Schools Conference on Thursday 5 March 2026 at the prestigious Saddlers’ Hall, London. What can you expect from the conference? With the implementation of the updated SORP coming into effect on 1 January 2026, our specialists
- [New Hall School Announces Partnership - St Anne’s, Chelmsford](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/02/new-hall-school-announces-partnership-with-st-annes-preparatory-school-chelmsford/) - New Hall School Announces Partnership with St Anne’s Preparatory School, Chelmsford New Hall School, Chelmsford, has announced that it is entering into a formal collaboration with St Anne’s Preparatory School, marking an exciting development for both schools and the beginning of a new chapter for St Anne’s, following its centenary year in 2025. The
- [Lessons from Leaders: Growth & Consolidation in Independent Education](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/02/lessons-from-leaders-growth-consolidation-in-independent-education-stone-king/) - Lessons from Leaders: Growth & Consolidation in Independent Education Live event Wednesday 11 March 2026, 3:30 - 6:30 pm Newmark's London Office, One Fitzroy, 6 Mortimer Street, London, W1T 3JJ Join us for a panel discussion and networking reception exploring the evolving independent education landscape, with market insights from Newmark, Stone King and BDO. The
- [CISC Conference 2026: Rooted in Hope](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/02/10249/) - CISC Annual Conference 2026: A Retrospective “Rooted in Hope” | 5–6 February 2026 | Eastwood Hall Hotel The CISC 2026 Conference was more than a professional gathering; it was a communal experience in fraternity and encounter, "watching and waiting" for the grace of God to work within our schools. Guided by the scriptural anchor of
- [National Catholic Education Day 5th March 2026](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/national-catholic-education-day-5th-march-2026-at-coombe-abbey/) - It is a real pleasure to be able to share with you final details of the first National Catholic Education Day. This very special joint venture is brought to you by CATSC, CISC, EducareM and their partners from across the UK. We are excited to be joined by leading International and National Speakers who will
- [Register for Horizon 2026: How to Navigate the Changing Risk Landscape](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/01/register-for-horizon-2026-how-to-navigate-the-changing-risk-landscape/) - Gallagher is hosting their annual one-day virtual conference on Thursday 12 February 2026, an engaging programme designed for risk professionals working in the public sector, education, and social housing. Specialist speakers will explore current and emerging trends that will impact the future and shape how organisations may operate. With a wide range of current topics
- [The Tablet's 2026 Education specials](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2026/01/the-tablets-2026-education-specials/) - Catholic independent schools are facing unprecedented challenges—declining enrolment, increasing competition, and the struggle to communicate their unique value in a crowded education market. Now more than ever, it’s vital to reach new families who not only value academic excellence but also seek strong moral and spiritual foundations for their children. At The Tablet, we understand this
- [Mission House opens for Rwandan Sisters joining the New Hall School Chaplaincy Team](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/mission-house-opens-for-rwandan-sisters-joining-the-new-hall-school-chaplaincy-team/) - The New Hall Chapel bell can be heard once again at Beaulieu Park, calling people to morning and evening prayer each day. In a pioneering spirit, from this term onwards, a community of Canonesses has arrived to live at New Hall School, Chelmsford. The new Mission House is home to four Canonesses from Rwanda. In
- [New Head of Worth School announced](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/new-head-of-worth-school-announced/) - We are delighted to announce that Ben Pennington, currently Head of the Senior School at St Andrew’s, Turi, in Kenya, will take up the role of Head of Worth School from September 2026. Mr Pennington’s appointment follows an extensive search for a leader who combines strategic vision, faith and educational excellence. He brings a record
- [Appointment of New Head at Stonyhurst](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/appointment-of-new-head-at-stonyhurst/) - Stonyhurst College announces the appointment of Mr William Doherty as Head from May 2026 Stonyhurst College is delighted to announce that after an extensive recruitment process involving candidates from the UK and around the world, the Governors have appointed Mr William Doherty to be the next Head from 1 May 2026. Mr Doherty brings a
- [Ursuline Preparatory School Anti-Bullying Week 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/ursuline-preparatory-school-anti-bullying-week-2025/) - Anti-Bullying Week took place at Ursuline Prep School. This year’s theme was ‘Power for Good’, whereby children are encouraged to use their power for the good. The week began with the children coming to school wearing odd socks, which highlighted the fact that we are all different, unique and wonderful. Year 5 children delivered a
- [Henry Warner appointed as next Head of St George’s College Weybridge ](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/henry-warner-appointed-as-next-head-of-st-georges-college-weybridge/) - St George’s Weybridge is pleased to announce that Mr Henry Warner has been appointed as the next Head of St George’s College, succeeding Mrs Rachel Owens in September 2026. The appointment follows a rigorous and highly competitive national and international recruitment process, which attracted a strong field of candidates, including a number of serving Heads
- [Leweston School Celebrates 135 Years With A New Strategic Alliance](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/leweston-school-celebrates-135-years-with-a-new-strategic-alliance/) - Leweston School, Sherborne has today announced a new partnership with Concept Education and the Catholic Schools’ Trust. Concept Education is a schools’ group established by a team of highly-regarded former independent school headteachers and other leaders from the world of education. The philosophy of Concept’s founders is to “safeguard independent education for the next generation”
- [Collaborative RE Development Day Woldingham School 3 June 2026](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/11/collaborative-re-development-day-woldingham-school-3-june-2026/) - Please pass this information on to all relevant RE Staff, thank you. Dear CISC Heads of RE and RE Department Colleagues, We are delighted to invite you and your teaching staff to a FREE face to face key professional development and networking event focused entirely on strengthening RE practice in KS3, KS4 and Sixth Form
- [Katherine Jeffrey Becomes Longest-Serving Head of New Hall School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/katherine-jeffrey-becomes-longest-serving-head-of-new-hall-school/) - Celebrating Milestones - Katherine Jeffrey Becomes Longest-Serving Head of New Hall School at 23 Years of Service New Hall School in Chelmsford celebrated its Principal, Mrs Katherine Jeffrey, for her exceptional and sustained service to Catholic education. Mrs Jeffrey reached a special milestone this year, becoming the longest-serving Head in New Hall School’s 383-year history,
- [Submissions for ‘The Most Beautiful Christmas Card’ 2025 open](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/submissions-for-the-most-beautiful-christmas-card-2025-open/) - Catholics in Fundraising (CiF) invites charities, parishes, and schools across the UK to take part in a festive initiative celebrating creativity, community, and generosity: “The Most Beautiful Christmas Card” 2025. Anyone hoping to raise some charitable funds by selling Christmas cards will be pouring over designs now, even though Christmas is 3 months away, and
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2025: "O Holy Night"](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2025-o-holy-night/) - I'm excited to announce the theme for this year's annual Christmas Card Competition: "O Holy Night" This theme invites students to explore the more traditional and spiritual elements of Christmas. We're looking for designs that capture the peace, serenity, and reverence of the season. The winning designs will be displayed on the CISC website and
- [British Council International School Award success for Thornton College School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/british-council-international-school-award-success-for-thornton-college-school/) - Thornton College in Buckinghamshire has been awarded the British Council’s prestigious International School Award in recognition of its work to bring the world into the classroom. The International School Award celebrates the achievements of schools that do exceptional work in international education. Fostering an international dimension in the curriculum is at the heart of the
- [Interview: John Paget-Tomlinson, headmaster at Leweston School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/interview-john-paget-tomlinson-headmaster-at-leweston-school-dorset/) - This interview with John Paget-Tomlinson, headmaster of Leweston School in Dorset, comes from the Herald's UK Education Special Report. It focuses on some of the leading preparatory and senior Catholic schools in the UK (the full report is available in the September 2025 edition of the magazine). We have tried to give readers a feel of each school,
- [Faith and formation at Ratcliffe College – an interview with headmaster Jonathan Reddin in The Catholic Herald](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/faith-and-formation-at-ratcliffe-college-an-interview-with-headmaster-jonathan-reddin-in-the-catholic-herald/) - Ratcliffe College, a boarding and day school in Leicestershire, was founded by a local priest, Fr Peter Hutton, in 1845. The circumstances which led to his establishing the school were providential and reflective of the turbulent but fruitful experiences of the 19th-century Catholic Church in England. Initially unable to make his profession at the Benedictine
- [Charting the Course: CISC Schools Embrace Courage and Collaboration for the Future](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/charting-the-course-catholic-independent-schools-embrace-courage-and-collaboration-for-the-future/) - Following on from the recent publication of the report ‘The Future of Catholic Independent Schools in the UK: A Strategic Call to Safeguard Our Mission’, the Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference (CISC) recently convened its Annual Leadership Briefing, "Charting the Course: Innovative Pathways for Securing the Future of Catholic Independent Schools," on Monday, October 13, 2025,
- [Mental Health Day 2025 Ursuline Prep, Warley](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/mental-health-day-2025-ursuline-preparatory-school-warley/) - This Mental Health Day our school, Ursuline Preparatory School, Warley launched a new mental wellbeing initiative for our children. We use a combined approach to our mental wellbeing curriculum by focussing on personal, social and health education. We find it helps our children to explore and discover ways in which to reflect on their journey
- [New Hall School Achieves Royal College of Organists Accreditation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/new-hall-school-achieves-royal-college-of-organists-accreditation/) - New Hall School in Chelmsford has been formally accredited by the Royal College of Organists (RCO), becoming the first Catholic independent school in the United Kingdom to receive this prestigious recognition. The RCO accreditation recognises schools that demonstrate the highest standards of organ tuition, performance opportunities, and support for students aspiring to pursue organ studies
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-purley-food-hub-5/) - Led by their ‘Little Disciples’, pupils from Laleham Lea School in Purley have donated hundreds of food items to the Purley Food Hub to support local families that are struggling with the cost of living this autumn. The ‘Little Disciples’ are elected students from each class who have been chosen by their peers to promote
- [CISC Newsletter October 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/cisc-newsletter-october-2025/)
- [CISC Newsletter September 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/10/cisc-newsletter-september-2025/)
- [CISC Newsletter June 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/06/cisc-newsletter-june-2025/)
- [CISC Newsletter May 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/05/cisc-newsletter-may-2025/)
- [Bringing generations together through silver stories initiative](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/04/bringing-generations-together-through-silver-stories-initiative/) - New Hall School in Chelmsford is proud to be supporting the Silver Stories programme, an initiative connecting young readers with elderly individuals through weekly story-sharing phone calls. By pairing pupils with ‘Silver Listeners,’ the programme aims to combat loneliness and isolation among older people while fostering intergenerational relationships and enhancing pupils’ reading experiences. New Hall’s
- [Enterprise day at Ursuline Prep Warley raises funds for local charities](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/03/enterprise-day-at-ursuline-prep-warley-raises-funds-for-local-charities/) - The children in Upper Two / Year 6 at Ursuline Prep Warley have been preparing for their annual Enterprise Day for many weeks now. The children prepared for this charity event in their schoolhouses and are asked to think of ways in which they can raise money for their chosen charities. This year the children
- [February Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/03/february-newsletter/)
- [January Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/01/january-newsletter/)
- ['New Hall Come Dancing' Charity Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2025/01/new-hall-come-dancing-charity-competition/) - Ahead of the Christmas holidays, New Hall School was transformed into a dazzling ballroom as students and staff joined forces for the annual New Hall Come Dancing charity inter-house competition. With glitter balls spinning and the air alive with excitement, the event showcased incredible talent, enthusiasm, and a true sense of community. This year’s event
- [CISC Christmas Card Winners 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/12/cisc-christmas-card-winners-2024/)
- [November Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/11/november-newsletter/)
- [Coin trail fundraiser for CAFOD](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/11/coin-trail-fundraiser-for-cafod/) - Over the last few weeks, Ursuline Prep School, Warley, have been asking the children and families of their school to collect 20 pence pieces for their annual coin trail collection. The money raised, just over £1100, will be donated to CAFOD. They welcomed a representative from the CAFOD organisation into school who explained the importance
- [New wellbeing centre at Mayfield School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/10/new-wellbeing-centre-at-mayfield-school/) - Mayfield School was thrilled to welcome back former pupil and Olympic Rowing Champion, Emily Craig, to officially open their new Wellbeing Centre. Emily, who attended Mayfield from 2004 to 2011, spent the day with students, sharing her inspiring Olympic journey—from narrowly missing out on a medal at Tokyo 2020 by just 0.01 seconds to triumphing
- [What it means to be in, work in, and learn in a Catholic school](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/10/what-it-means-to-be-in-work-in-and-learn-in-a-catholic-school/) - By Matthew Burke, Headteacher at Beaulieu Convent School, Jersey and Chair of CISC I feel genuinely blessed to have spent my own time as a child, pupil and student as well as my own time in teaching within the community of Catholic Education. Earlier this year I took on the role of Chair of CISC
- [The benefits of a Catholic education for students of all faiths and beliefs](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/10/the-benefits-of-a-catholic-education-for-students-of-all-faiths-and-beliefs/) - By Matthew Burke, Headteacher at Beaulieu Convent School, Jersey and Chair of CISC Speak to any Head of RE or Head of a Catholic School and they will tell the question they will be asked every Open Day is how Catholic are you? Some try to spend the next second trying to work out who
- [Thornton College hosts Inaugural MK Schools Lit Fest 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/thornton-college-hosts-inaugural-mk-schools-lit-fest-2024/) - Schools are excited for the inaugural MK Schools Lit Fest 2024 taking place at Thornton College on Tuesday 8th October 2024. Hundreds of students from eight schools and across all key stage age groups will have the opportunity to meet authors, take part in literary workshops and have books signed! This is an incredible partnership
- [St John’s College: independent education from the heart](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/st-johns-college-independent-education-from-the-heart/) - Since its formation in 1987, St John’s College has achieved an enviable reputation as a centre of academic excellence both in Wales and England. This was recognised in June 2023 when it was named the 6th Best Value Independent School in the UK based on fee-grade ratio by the Telegraph. This prestigious accolade followed on from
- [October Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/october-newsletter/)
- [Christmas Card Competition 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/christmas-card-competition-2024/)
- [New Beginnings at Beaulieu Convent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/new-beginnings-at-beaulieu-convent-school/) - Embracing Change and Building a Positive Future As I step into my new role as Head of Beaulieu Convent School this September, I’ve been reflecting on the journey that brought me here and the exciting challenges ahead. Transitioning into any new leadership position is a significant shift, but moving from the UK to the Channel
- [Exhibiting opportunities at CISC Conference 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/exhibiting-opportunities-at-cisc-conference-2025/)
- [September Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/09/september-newsletter/)
- [Thornton College “Outstanding in All Areas”](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/07/thornton-college-outstanding-in-all-areas/) - Thornton College an Independent Day and Boarding School for girls ages 3 – 18 years has been rated as “Outstanding” in all areas by the Catholic Schools Inspectorate (CSI). This is the highest possible rating, and the school is incredibly proud of this achievement. This news follows their Independent School Inspectorate (ISI) Inspection Report in
- [Laleham Lea Oscar Romero Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/07/laleham-lea-oscar-romero-award/) - Laleham Lea School are delighted to have been awarded the Oscar Romero Award - Participator Level. Acting Headteacher Mrs Reece said: “We are really proud and honoured to have successfully received this award which recognises our Commitment to Catholic Social Teaching, ensuring that it is at the heart of our strategy, curriculum and practical
- [Independent Schools - Election 2024 webinar series from Stone King](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/06/independent-schools-election-2024-webinar-series-from-stone-king/) - Over the coming months, Stone King will be hosting four 20-minute surgeries, focusing on the issues independent schools may face should there be a change in government. Each session is designed to keep you updated, and you will be able to send in any questions you may have. These short sessions are going to be
- [June Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/06/june-newsletter/)
- [Stone King Webinars June 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/06/stone-king-webinars-june-2024/) - Please find below details of upcoming webinars facilitated by our Headline Sponsors, Stone King. Sponsoring day pupils under the child student route Wednesday 12 June 2024 Start: 11:00am Finish: 12:00 noon Independent schools have the ability to sponsor overseas students under the child student route (for children aged 4 – 17) as either boarders or
- [May Newsletter](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/06/may-newsletter/)
- [Appointment of the new CISC General Secretary](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/03/appointment-of-the-new-cisc-general-secretary/) - After a rigorous recruitment process which attracted a strong and diverse range of candidates, we are thrilled to announce the appointment of our new General Secretary, Sarah Harcombe-Barreto. Sarah has enjoyed a varied and distinguished career in education. Educated as a boarder at St Mary’s Convent, Berwick on Tweed, Sarah studied for a BEd at
- [The Art & Faith of George Mackay Brown - St Benedict's welcomes Maggie Fergusson](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/05/the-art-faith-of-george-mackay-brown-st-benedicts-welcomes-maggie-fergusson/) - St Benedict's school welcomed Maggie Fergusson, award-winning biographer of Orkney poet and great Scottish writer, George Mackay Brown, to speak at their school. On Thursday 18 April, St Benedict's school was delighted to welcome Maggie Fergusson, award-winning biographer, to talk about the fascinating life, art and faith of Orkney poet, George Mackay Brown; one of
- [CISC Newsletter - April 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/04/cisc-newsletter-april-2024/)
- [Unveiling the triumphs of a Jesuit Education at Stonyhurst](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/04/unveiling-the-triumphs-of-a-jesuit-education-at-stonyhurst/) - Continuing an esteemed tradition of developing young people to go out in the world and create positive change for others, 7 pupils at Lancashire's Stonyhurst College have received top recognition for their charitable efforts over the last few years. The group of Poetry (Year 12) pupils have been presented with the Faith in Action Gold
- [St George’s Junior School to welcome Dan Jameson as new Headmaster in 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/04/st-georges-junior-school-to-welcome-dan-jameson-as-new-headmaster-in-2025/) - St George’s Junior School is proud to announce the appointment of Dan Jameson as its new Headmaster from the beginning of the Summer Term 2025. Dan brings with him a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives from his four years as Head of Garden House Boys’ School in Chelsea, one of London's leading Prep schools.
- [Food for Thought and Wisdom to Challenge](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/food-for-thought-and-wisdom-to-challenge/) - ‘Food for Thought and Wisdom to Challenge’ Radical Catholic School Leadership Introduction and Context EducareM is an educational charity that ‘seeks to enable school leaders, teachers and pupils to understand their place in the mission of the Church – the transformation of the person, for the transformation of society’. The vision that inspires EducareM is
- [Good Energy Webinar: Thursday 17 June 10.30am](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/05/good-energy-webinar-thursday-17-june-10-30am/) - In collaboration with our Supporting Sponsors Powerful Allies, we are running a free webinar on ‘Good Energy’. What is a good energy deal? What is a good price for LED solutions? What is a good way to reduce your school’s carbon footprint? These questions and more will be explored by Powerful Allies and there will
- [Congratulations to The Marist Rated ‘Excellent’ in all areas by ISI Inspection](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/01/congratulations-to-the-marist-rated-excellent-in-all-areas-by-isi-inspection/) - Huge congratulations to everyone at The Marist School in Sunninghill for their rating of ‘Excellent’ in all areas following a recent Inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Inspectors visited the independent Catholic day school for girls aged 2-18 with a co-ed Nursery between 30 November to 3 December 2021 to conduct a Focused
- [Team Blackout on the starting grid -World Finals F1iS 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/07/team-blackout-on-the-starting-grid-world-finals-f1is-2022/) - Team Blackout, will be representing Wales as part of Team GB at the F1 in Schools World Finals in Silverstone this July. F1 in Schools is a world wide competition that introduces STEM subjects to pupils from 9-18. St John's College has been involved in this project since 2011 when the current Headmaster, Mr Shaun
- [CISC Newsletter - March 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2024/03/cisc-newsletter-march-2024/)
- [Christmas Card Competition - Winners!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/12/christmas-card-competition-winners/)
- [Stonyhurst Secures Bronze Armed Forces Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/11/stonyhurst-secures-bronze-armed-forces-award/) - Stonyhurst has received a bronze award for its ongoing commitment to families who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown. It received the award from Gary Oakford, the Ministry of Defence’s regional employer engagement director. The award comes after Stonyhurst officially signed the Armed Forces Covenant (AFC) in June this year,
- [Children’s book project Ursuline Prep Warley](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/childrens-book-project-ursuline-prep-warley/) - We have been lucky enough, over the summer, to have received lots of donations of wonderful books to our school. We have also been working hard to ensure our school library is the most productive and functional space for our children. We had a huge tidy up in the library which has led to us
- [Exhibiting opportunities at Conference 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/exhibiting-opportunities-at-conference-2024-2/)
- [New Headmaster of Loughborough Amherst School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/new-headmaster-of-loughborough-amherst-school/) - Loughborough Amherst School, an independent Catholic day and boarding school for boys and girls aged 4 to 18, has welcomed Mr James Neville as its new Headmaster. Having served as a senior leader at several independent day, boarding and maintained secondary schools, Mr Neville has an outstanding track record of whole-school leadership. Originally from Cardiff,
- [Stonyhurst Wins National Charity Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/stonyhurst-wins-national-charity-award/) - Stonyhurst is delighted to have won the national ‘Charitable Work Champion’ award in the School House Magazine Awards 2023. Stonyhurst’s former Head Boy, Dilip Gosall, (OS23) scooped the award thanks to his outstanding charitable efforts during his time at the school, whose Jesuit values of being ‘men and women for others’ encourage pupils to make
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-purley-food-hub-4/) - Pupils from Laleham Lea School in Purley dropped off their Harvest Festival collection at Purley Food Hub this week to help support local families in crisis. Items including pasta, tinned vegetables, custard and washing pods were donated by Laleham Lea families to the charity who are urgently requesting donations during these challenging times for families.
- [Exhibiting opportunities at Conference 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/10/exhibiting-opportunities-at-conference-2024/)
- [Christmas Card Competition 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/09/christmas-card-competition-2023/)
- [CISC Newsletter - September 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/09/cisc-newsletter-september-2023/)
- [CISC Leadership Briefing 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/09/cisc-leadership-briefing-2023/)
- [CISC Newsletter - July 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/07/cisc-newsletter-july-2023/)
- [Stonyhurst rated Excellent in all areas of latest inspection](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/06/stonyhurst-rated-excellent-in-all-areas-of-latest-inspection/) - Stonyhurst College and its Prep School, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, have been awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent in all areas’ following an inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI), maintaining its global reputation for outstanding teaching and care in the competitive independent school sector. Stonyhurst underwent a comprehensive inspection of its teaching, pastoral
- [Georgian Outreach: Community Project 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/06/georgian-outreach-community-project-2023/) - GO! is about to begin once again! As St George’s Weybridge’s annual outreach programme, it’s a valuable volunteering opportunity for St George’s pupils and students offering a unique opportunity to connect with the community in a mutually beneficial way. GO! has been running since 2016 at the College and 2019 at the Junior School, and
- [New Eco English Centre at Ratcliffe College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/06/new-eco-english-centre-at-ratcliffe-college/) - Ratcliffe College are delighted to announce that the Father William Doyle Association has warmly welcomed the decision, to name their new English Centre in honour of the Servant of God, Fr. William Doyle, who was a student at Ratcliffe College between 1884 until 1890, and is the first ‘Old Ratcliffian’ to be formally proposed for
- [CISC Newsletter - May 23](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/05/cisc-newsletter-may-23/)
- [Reaching the High Notes](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/05/reaching-the-high-notes/) - A Year 10 pupil who came to the UK from Ukraine last spring has won first prize in an international music competition. A school girl who came to Croydon from Ukraine last spring has won first prize in a prestigious international competition - and one of her classmates came third. The Laurels School Year 10
- [CISC Newsletter - Mar 23](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/03/cisc-newsletter-mar-23/)
- [Eco Council Planting Project at Ursuline Prep](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/03/eco-council-planting-project-at-ursuline-prep/) - Our Eco Council came together last week and began planting lots of different plants, vegetables and fruit, in preparation for Gardening Club to begin next term. The Eco Council and all of the children at our school are very passionate about the environment that we live in and continue to educate their peers on how
- [OLA 6th Students - National Winners of the UK Space Design Competition 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/03/ola-6th-students-national-winners-of-the-uk-space-design-competition-2023/) - National Winners of the UK Space Design Competition 2023; Happy learners really do make successful achievers. Abingdon-on-Thames, Oxfordshire – Five 6th form students at Our Lady’s Abingdon were in the winning group at the National Finals of the UK Space Design Competition. The strongest team players will be selected to take part in the World
- [St Columba's College raises £1000 for Youth Talk](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/02/st-columbas-college-raises-1000-for-youth-talk/) - St Columba’s College, St Albans, held a Christmas Jumper day in December to raise money for Youth Talk, an organisation providing free, confidential counselling to 13-25 year olds in the St Albans area. The College invited David Barker, CEO of Youth talk to their start of Term Mass to present him with the £1000 cheque and
- [CISC Newsletter - Feb 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/03/cisc-newsletter-feb-2023/)
- [Grove du Toit Takes On Headship of Princethorpe College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/02/grove-du-toit-takes-on-headship-of-princethorpe-college/) - Grove du Toit has taken on the Headship of Princethorpe College with effect from January 2023. He succeeds outgoing Headmaster, Ed Hester, who has held the post since 2009. Mr Hester now becomes Foundation Principal, a dedicated role with responsibility for the strategic vision and direction of the whole Princethorpe Foundation, its three schools and
- [New Head for St Mary's School, Hampstead](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/02/new-head-for-st-marys-school-hampstead/) - The Trustees of St Mary’s School, Hampstead are delighted to announce the appointment of Miss Charlotte Owen to the position of Headmistress. She will succeed Mrs Connor-Earl as Headmistress in September 2023 following Mrs Connor-Earl’s decision to leave after seven successful years as Head. Miss Owen will join us from Woldingham School, an independent Catholic
- [Ursuline Prep School prepare for Lent](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2023/02/ursuline-prep-school-prepare-for-lent/) - The Ursuline Prep School community has been preparing for Lent by having a wonderful afternoon of Pancake Races. The whole school came together and the challenge was set. Each house had a frying pan with a pancake in, with each child racing for points and flipping pancakes for a few extra! The children were all
- [CISC Newsletter - December 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/12/cisc-newsletter-december-2022/)
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2022 - The Results!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2022-the-results/) - It was a bumper year for entries to the CISC Christmas Card competition ‘Walking in the Light’ making the job of judging very challenging! The standard was extremely high and this is reflected in the number of ‘Highly Commended’ awards as well as the addition of a third prize in both the Junior and Senior
- [Annual Conference Bookings](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/11/annual-conference-bookings/)
- [Queen’s Green Canopy Tree Planting](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/10/queens-green-canopy-tree-planting/) - On a beautifully sunny and bright October morning dignitaries and students gathered in Thornton’s stunning grounds to plant an Oak in memory of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy Platinum Jubilee Project. The project encourages every community across the UK to plant a tree to help the environment. Oak
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/10/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-purley-food-hub-3/) - Pupils from Laleham Lea School in Purley dropped off their Harvest Festival collection at Purley Food Hub this week to help support families in crisis. Hundreds of items including pasta, tinned vegetables, baby wipes and toothpaste were donated by Laleham Lea families to the charity who are urgently requesting donations during these challenging times for
- [CISC Newsletter - October 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/10/cisc-newsletter-october-2022/)
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/10/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2022/) - The CISC Christmas card competition 2022 is now open for entries. Our theme this year: Walking in the Light! Closing date: Tuesday 15 November I look forward to receiving all your entries and very best of luck to you all! Details Theme – “Walking in the Light!” Entries should be 2D art work or a
- [CISC Touching Hearts, Changing Lives](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/10/cisc-touching-hearts-changing-lives/) - CISC and supporting sponsors Reed Brand are looking for more stories to share about your former pupils for our Touching Hearts, Changing Lives podcast. Designed to promote independent Catholic education, and more specifically to give CISC schools a louder voice, the podcasts are an indicator of our distinctiveness and a powerful marketing tool. Sharing them
- [CISC Virtual briefing with Moore Kingston Smith & Stone King](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/09/cisc-virtual-briefing-with-moore-kingston-smith-stone-king/) - This year’s CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders’ briefing will be held virtually on Tuesday 4 October from 10am to 12 noon. Our Leadership Briefing, led by CISC Headline Sponsors Moore Kingston Smith and Stone King, will give an informed perspective on trends and issues affecting CISC schools. Topics covered will include: Cybersecurity; Mergers and
- [Princethorpe receives the highest possible ratings across all criteria in ISI Inspection](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/07/princethorpe-receives-the-highest-possible-ratings-across-all-criteria-in-isi-inspection/) - Princethorpe College has received the highest possible ratings across all criteria from the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) following an inspection in April 2022. The report, which has just been published, consists of two elements, a focused compliance inspection, encompassing statutory standards, and an educational quality inspection evaluating the achievements of pupils, including academic performance and
- [New Head joining The Oratory Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/07/new-head-joining-the-oratory-prep-school/) - Mr Andrew De Silva will be joining The Oratory Prep School in Goring Heath as Head from September 2022. Currently Head of the Junior School at St Edmund’s School in Canterbury, Andrew brings with him a wealth of experience, honing his skills through Headships in both the state maintained and independent sectors, in addition to
- [St Columba's College Rated Excellent in ISI Report](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/07/st-columbas-college-rated-excellent-in-isi-report/) - Fantastic news for the pupils and staff at St Columba's College in St Albans! The school has been rated 'Excellent' by the ISI. In its latest Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report, St Columba's College has been recognised as fully compliant and ‘Excellent’ in all areas. This judgement represents the highest possible outcome that any school
- [CISC Newsletter - July 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/07/cisc-newsletter-july-2022/)
- [CISC Newsletter - May 22](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/05/cisc-newsletter-may-22/)
- [Stone King Webinar - EdTech Data Protection](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/06/7897/) - Headline Sponsors, Stone King are holding a free webinar on EdTech data protection webinar on 28 June. All CISC members are invited to attend. Further details can be found in the link below. Stone King Ed Tech Webinar
- [CISC Poetry Competition – ‘Growing Up’](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/05/cisc-poetry-competition-growing-up/) - Whilst the quantity of schools entering the competition was disappointingly low, the quality of the poetry was outstanding and so we have worthy winners in both the Junior and Senior sections. Thank you to Katie Hilder, St Teresa’s Prep, and Joanna Cottingham, St Mary’s Cambridge, for featuring the competition with their students and co-ordinating the
- [Laleham Lea Catholic Independent School Awarded Highest Possible Rating by ISI](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/05/laleham-lea-catholic-independent-school-awarded-highest-possible-rating-by-isi/) - Laleham Lea School, on Peaks Hill in Purley, is delighted to announce that it was recently awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent’ across Focused Compliance and Educational Quality Inspection including Academic Achievement following a full inspection from the Independent Schools Inspectorate. The Inspection, which took place in February, reported that ‘The quality of the
- [Bishop David visits Thornton College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/05/bishop-david-visits-thornton-college/) - Thornton College was thrilled to receive and welcome The Right Reverend David Oakley, Bishop of Northampton for a school visit. Bishop David is new in his role as Bishop for the Northamptonshire Diocese and is busy visiting schools in the Diocese. Bishop David arrived in the morning and met with Chair of Governors, Sr Helen
- [CISC Newsletter - March 22](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/03/cisc-newsletter-march-22/)
- [CISC Newsletter - January 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/01/cisc-newsletter-january-2022/)
- [CISC Conference Postponed to 28-29 April 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/01/cisc-conference-postponed-to-28-29-april-2022/) - Dear CISC colleagues and friends, I hope that the start to the term has been as easeful as it can be and that the joys have outweighed the many challenges presented by Covid. These challenges have informed discussions that Antony, Paula, the Committee and I have been having about Conference and as a result we
- [Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall announces the appointment of a new Headmaster](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/01/stonyhurst-st-marys-hall-announces-the-appointment-of-a-new-headmaster/) - CISC would like to congratulate Fr Chris Cann on his appointment as Head of St Mary’s Hall, from September 2022 - details below. He succeeds Ian Murphy who has enjoyed eight very successful years in the post. Chris is on the CISC Committee and is currently Head at Ratcliffe College Prep. We look forward to
- [Green Light Given For Princethorpe’s New £8 Million Science Centre](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2022/01/green-light-given-for-princethorpes-new-8-million-science-centre/) - Trustees of the Princethorpe Foundation have given the green light for work to commence on Princethorpe College’s new £8m Science Centre. The Science Centre, which features 10 brand-new, state-of-the-art Science laboratories, will ultimately transform the College’s entire campus allowing other areas to be redeveloped and departments clustered within the main school building. The project, the
- [Welcome to Tanya Davie - new Head at Kilgraston](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/12/welcome-to-tanya-davie-new-head-at-kilgraston/) - CISC was delighted to hear the news that Tanya Davie, currently Academic Deputy Head at St Bede’s College in Manchester, has been appointed as Head of Kilgraston. Tanya will take up her new role in April 2022 so in the meantime we wish her all the very best of luck as she transitions into her
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Samaritans’ Purse ‘Operation Christmas Child’](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/12/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-samaritans-purse-operation-christmas-child/) - Pupils from Laleham Lea School in Purley have lovingly filled shoe boxes with gifts and treats for those in need around the world this Christmas. The boxes have been donated to Operation Christmas Child, a project run by international Christian relief organisation the Samaritan's Purse. Since 1990, more than 178 million children in more than
- [Stonyhurst Pupils Tackle Climate Change](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/12/stonyhurst-pupils-tackle-climate-change/) - Earlier this term pupils at Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall took part in an event designed to act against climate change. The outreach education project was led by a host of impressive climate experts, activists and authors. During the final week of the 26th United Nations Climate Change conference (COP26), pupils from Stonyhurst’s Prep School took
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition - The Results!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-the-results/) - Thank you to all schools that entered our Christmas Card competition this year on the them of ‘O Holy Night’. The standard was incredibly high and with 71 entries over both the Junior and Senior sections it was a charming but very challenging task to judge them. However, after much discernment it gives me great
- [CISC Newsletter - December 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/12/cisc-newsletter-december-2021/)
- [CISC Newsletter - October 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/10/cisc-newsletter-october-2021/) - CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO ACCESS ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS: CSAN WORLD DAY OF THE POOR EDUHEALTH BUPA FLU VACCINATION PROGRAMME
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/10/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-purley-food-hub-2/) - Laleham Lea School in Purley dropped off their Harvest Festival collection at Purley Food Hublast week to help support local families in crisis. A mini-bus full of items including long life milk, soup, pasta and dehydrated potatoes were donated by Laleham Lea families to the Purley-based charity who are urgently requesting donations in the run
- [His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols visits England's Oldest Catholic School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/10/his-eminence-cardinal-vincent-nichols-visits-englands-oldest-catholic-school/) - St Edmund’s College and Prep, England’s oldest Catholic school, were delighted to welcome His Eminence Cardinal Vincent Nichols, our President, on Wednesday 29th September to celebrate the 453rd anniversary of our founding in Douai, France. Cardinal Vincent Nichols led a whole-school Mass in our Pugin Chapel, meeting many of our students from both the Prep
- [CISC Newsletter - September 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/09/cisc-newsletter-september-2021/) - CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO ACCESS ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS: POWERFUL ALLIES £250 CHARITY MAILING
- [Christmas Card Competition 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/09/christmas-card-competition-2021/) - I can hardly believe I’m already mentioning the C word but it’s that time again and the CISC Christmas card competition 2021 is open for entries! Our theme this year: O Holy Night! Closing date: Friday 12th November I’m looking forward to having another bumper year of entries... but not so much the very difficult
- [Christmas Card Competition 2020 - The Results!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/11/christmas-card-competition-2020-the-results/) - Thank you to all our schools who have indeed, brought ‘Joy to the World’ with their wonderful entries to our Christmas card competition, 2020. In all, we had nearing 100 wonderful images to consider! It was an incredibly difficult and challenging task to find the winners, such was the strength and depth of the artistic
- [Good Energy Webinar: Thursday 14 October](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/09/good-energy-webinar-thursday-14-october/) - In collaboration with our Supporting Sponsors Powerful Allies, we are running a free webinar on ‘Good Energy’. What is a good energy deal? What is a good price for LED solutions? What is a good way to reduce your school’s carbon footprint? These questions and more will be explored by Powerful Allies and there will
- [St Columba’s College in St Albans becomes a co-educational school](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/09/st-columbas-college-in-st-albans-becomes-a-co-educational-school/) - CISC member, St Columba’s College in St Albans, has become a co-educational school, after girls started in Reception, Prep 1, Prep 2 and the Lower Sixth on Monday 6 September. The independent Catholic day school announced its move to co-education last year and welcomed its first girls into Reception back in January. Girls will also
- [Hard earned and richly deserved results for GCSE and A Level pupils](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/08/hard-earned-and-richly-deserved-results-for-gcse-and-a-level-students/) - Results days are always such a heightened experience and perhaps no more so than this year. Since the GCSE and A Level classes of 2021 embarked upon their academic courses they have experienced two full terms of on-line learning and various hybrids in between, as well as coping with the emotional challenges of being isolated
- [CISC Poetry Competition Winning Entries](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/06/cisc-poetry-competition-winning-entries/) - Thank you to all who entered our poetry competition this year on the theme of ‘Uncertainty and Opportunity’. The standard, as ever, was extremely high and it was wonderful to see the variety of poetic expression and interpretation that the theme engendered. The competition was judged by Nick Perry, a screenwriter and playwright who has
- [CISC Newsletter - June 21](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/06/cisc-newsletter-june-21/) - CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO ACCESS ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS: EDUHEALTH BUPA HEALTHLINE LEAFLET ST VINCENT'S - JOURNEY FOR PEACE
- [St Columba’s pupils turn red for REDS4VEDS Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/05/st-columbas-pupils-turn-red-for-reds4veds-day/) - Pupils and staff in the Prep School celebrated REDS4VEDS Day to raise awareness of Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (VEDS) and to support their fellow pupil Hugo Whatton, who has Vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. The whole Prep School wore red and took part in a 30-minute sponsored silence. VEDS is a rare genetic condition that causes faulty collagen,
- [Let us go to God's House](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/05/let-us-go-to-gods-house/) - Robert O'Brien, Principal of Blanchelande College in Guernsey shares news of a new Ascension Day tradition... Due to the reopening of our Sixth Form (after a decade of closure) and the rise in numbers of pupils that we have been blessed with (we now have 435 boys and girls), this year we have had the
- [CISC Poetry Competition 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/04/cisc-poetry-competition-2021/) - From music to lyrical writing! Yes, slightly later than usual it’s time for the annual CISC poetry competition. Our theme this year, chosen by our Chair, is ‘Uncertainty and Opportunity’ and there will be two sections, Junior (up to and including Year 8)and Senior (year 9 onwards) with the potential for a third, Special School
- [CISC Newsletter - April 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/04/cisc-newsletter-april-2021/) - CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO ACCESS ASSOCIATED DOCUMENTS: LET US DREAM - EASTER RESOURCE LIVERPOOL HOPE UNIVERSITY OUTREACH OFFER CHARTERED COLLEGE OF TEACHING APPLICATION FORM EDUHEALTH LEAFLET EDUHEALTH VOUCHER
- [St Columba’s College to welcome girls as pupils in Year 7 from 2022](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/04/st-columbas-college-to-welcome-girls-as-pupils-in-year-7-from-2022/) - St Columba’s College in St Albans has announced that it is to welcome girls as pupils in Year 7 from September 2022. The independent Catholic day school took the historic decision last year to move to co-education via a phased transition. In the first phase girls have already started in the Reception class, with many more
- [CISC Lenten Retreat with David Wells - Week Five](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/03/cisc-lenten-retreat-with-david-wells-week-five/) - Welcome to the last of our CISC lenten retreats, led for us by David Wells. https://youtu.be/C2j3jAZ5200 Each week, David has provided a reflection on the gospel of the preceding Sunday in his unique, disarming and engaging style which is at once, unassuming and profound. I hope you have enjoyed them as much as I have.
- [CISC Lenten Retreat with David Wells - week four](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/03/cisc-lenten-retreat-with-david-wells-week-four/) - I hope that you managed to engage with our Lenten retreat last week. If not, it’s never too late to join in - all of the previous weeks can be found in the 'News' area of the CISC website. Please find below the link to our fourth ‘engagement’ with David Wells as he reflects on
- [Laleham Lea School Students Create Beautiful Easter Garden](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/03/laleham-lea-school-students-create-beautiful-easter-garden/) - Students from Laleham Lea School in Purley have created a stunning Easter Garden of new life and hope as they return to school after lockdown. Every child has planted their own bulbs and seeds, along with colourful windmills, bunting and other decorations to create an eye-catching display. The garden also includes a bench dedicated to
- [CISC Lenten Retreat with David Wells - week three](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/03/cisc-lenten-retreat-with-david-wells-week-three/) - I hope that you managed to engage with our Lenten retreat last week. If not, it’s never too late to join in - all of the previous weeks can be found in the 'News' area of the CISC website. Please find below the link to our third ‘engagement’ with David Wells as he reflects on
- [CISC Lenten Retreat with David Wells - week two](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/03/cisc-lenten-retreat-with-david-wells-week-two/) - I hope that you managed to engage with the first part of out Lenten retreat last week. If not, it’s never too late to join in! Please find below the link to our second ‘engagement’ with David Wells as he reflects on last Sunday’s gospel. https://youtu.be/bEZju0SQkA8 Mo Glackin General Secretary
- [CISC Lenten Retreat with David Wells - week one](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/02/cisc-lenten-retreat-with-david-wells-week-one/) - I’m very excited to introduce our CISC lenten retreat, led for us by David Wells who will, of course, be a keynote speaker at the CISC virtual Conference ‘To Grow is to Change….In the Spirit of St John Henry Newman’. Each week, David will lead us in a reflection on the gospel of the preceding
- [CISC Newsletter - February 2021](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/02/cisc-newsletter-february-2021/)
- ['Heads Up' Podcast with Matthew Burke, St Edward's Cheltenham](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/02/7110/) - CISC Headmaster Matthew Burke, St Edward’s Senior School, Cheltenham, is drawing upon his professional wisdom to host a series of conversations with some of the country’s leading headteachers and educationalists, in his Podcast - ‘Heads Up’. The conversations centre upon some of the key topics and questions that currently preoccupy our thinking and provide an
- [What is Intellectual Curiosity and Why is it Important?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/02/what-is-intellectual-curiosity-and-why-is-it-important/) - Mr Paget-Tomlinson, Headmaster of Leweston School, explores what intellectual curiosity is and why it is so important for his students. 'Will this be on the test?' This is the standard refrain from a student who has been taught not to love learning but to love jumping through hoops, and to focus on gaining pieces of
- [Annual CISC Conference - a video message from Antony & Mo](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/annual-cisc-conference-a-video-message-from-antony-mo/) - How are you all? Normally, Antony and I would be asking you this in person, as today, we would be gathering and welcoming you to the 31st CISC Annual Conference. However, this year nothing is normal as we know. Instead, to mark the occasion we have put together two short messages to link with
- [Deputy Head's Reach Out](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/deputy-heads-reach-out/) - Dear colleagues, Happy New Year! Despite the constant ‘noises off’ and your resilience being severely tested already this term, I hope that you managed a break over the Christmas and that you remain safe and well with your humour intact as we edge towards the weekend. We’re scheduling a Reach Out! meeting for Thursday, 14th
- [Welcome to Ms Faith Hagerty - new Head at More House School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/welcome-to-ms-faith-hagerty-new-head-at-more-house-school/) - CISC was delighted to hear the news that Faith Hagerty, currently Deputy Head at St Augustine’s Priory, has been appointed as Head of More House School. Faith will take up her new role in March so in the meantime we wish her all the very best of luck as she transitions into her new role.
- [Faith Enriching Leadership](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/faith-enriching-leadership/) - We are thrilled to help promote the series of expert seminars, focusing on leadership in Catholic schools and organised by the Saint Andrew's Foundation for Catholic Teacher Education. To register, please click here: education-st-andrews-foundation@glasgow.ac.uk Full information can be downloaded here.
- [CISC Conference 2021 - Change of Date](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2021/01/cisc-conference-2021-change-of-date/) - Firstly, may I wish you all a very happy new year - I hope it brings you health and happiness and joy....And may I also wish you a joyous Epiphany. A day when we are called to recognise the Christ child in our midst and respond to that presence with love. Secondly, it’s the frantic
- [A Christmas message from Mo](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/12/a-christmas-message-from-mo/) - > INFORMATION FOR CONFERENCE 2021
- [Leweston takes part in TES campaign 'Classrooms to Care Homes'](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/12/leweston-takes-part-in-tes-campaign-classrooms-to-care-homes/) - Leweston sent festive cheer into local care homes in the lead up to Christmas. This year festive celebrations sadly look a little different due to the COVID restrictions, and this is especially the case in care homes. So, TES thought: ‘why don't we connect schools and care homes to make everyone's Christmas season a
- [CISC Newsletter - December 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/12/cisc-newsletter-december-2020/)
- [Barnabas Aspiring Leaders Course - postponed](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/12/barnabas-aspiring-leaders-course-postponed/) - As a consequence of the latest Government initiative regarding the Tier system and ongoing uncertainty due to the virus, EducareM and CISC are now re-scheduling all of its programmes, hence the Barnabas Aspiring Leaders course will not take place in January. The good news however is that it will definitely be taking place, but not
- [Virtual CISC & Eduhealth Webinar - Wellbeing Action Plan](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/11/virtual-cisc-eduhealth-webinar-wellbeing-action-plan/) - Our thanks to Nick Browning from Eduhealth for delivering today's webinar on Wellbeing Action Plans for CISC schools. He provided an insightful and informative view on what to consider when setting up your Wellbeing Action Plan as well as advice on how to prioritise your budget and maximise the benefits. As highlighted by Nick, your
- [Laleham Lea students donate for Operation Christmas Child](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/11/laleham-lea-students-donate-for-operation-christmas-child/) - Pupils from Laleham Lea School in Purley have lovingly filled over 60 shoe boxes with gifts and treats for those in need around the world this Christmas. The boxes have been donated to Operation Christmas Child, a project run by international Christian relief organisation the Samaritan's Purse. Since 1990, more than 178 million children in
- [CISC Newsletter November 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/11/cisc-newsletter-november-2020/)
- [Guidance on liturgy taking place in schools under the latest Coronavirus Regulations](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/11/guidance-on-liturgy-taking-place-in-schools-under-the-latest-coronavirus-regulations/) - The CES has received a number of requests to give guidance about the celebration of liturgies in schools, including Mass, under The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) (No. 4) Regulations 2020 which came into force today. The Regulations permit schools to remain open for the purposes of education. This means that schools are permitted to continue to
- [Daisy Cooper MP visits St Columba’s College to discuss UK’s education system](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/10/daisy-cooper-mp-visits-st-columbas-college-to-discuss-uks-education-system/) - St Columba’s College in St Albans were delighted to host St Albans MP, Daisy Cooper, for a discussion about the UK’s education system. David Waters, Head of Sixth Form, presented the event with students, Ahmad Zargar from St Columba’s Sixth Form and Siyi Cheng from Abbot’s Hill School, asking Ms Cooper questions. The event
- [Laleham Lea pupils support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/10/laleham-lea-pupils-support-purley-food-hub/) - Laleham Lea School in Purley dropped off their Harvest Festival collection at Purley Food Hub this week to help support local families in crisis. Over 350 items including pasta, tinned vegetables, cereal and deodorant were donated by Laleham Lea families to the Purley-based charity who are urgently requesting donations in the run up to the
- [CISC Newsletter - September 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/10/cisc-newsletter-september-2020/) - Please find below the latest CISC Newsletter, including key information and support from EduHealth.
- [Message from the Chair of CISC](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/10/message-from-the-chair-of-cisc-3/) - Please find below a message to all of our schools, members and friends. https://youtu.be/aWb0fKyhAbI
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/09/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2020/) - The CISC Christmas Card Competition is now in its tenth year and in that time, the standard of entry across the age range has been consistently impressive. The theme this year is ‘Joy to the World’. I’m looking forward to having another bumper year of entries... but not so much the very difficult job of selecting the
- [St Columba’s College’s honours the retirement of founder](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/09/st-columbas-colleges-honours-the-retirement-of-founder/) - The remaining founder of St Columba’s College in St Albans retires at the age of 91, after serving the school and local community for over 65 years. Brother Clement also assisted the St Albans Abbey for 26 years as a tour guide and Canon. Brother Clement Pelletier arrived on the Queen Mary from the US
- [Virtual CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders' Briefing](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/09/virtual-cisc-heads-bursars-and-senior-leaders-briefing/) - This year's CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders' briefing will be held virtually this year via Zoom on Wednesday 23 September from 10am to 12 noon. Our headline sponsors Stone King and Moore Kingston Smith have a 2-hour seminar planned covering a range of topics, including: - Status of schools financially - mergers and acquisitions
- [Congratulations to our schools and their pupils on their GCSE achievements](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/08/congratulations-to-our-schools-and-their-pupils-on-their-gcse-achievements/) - Congratulations to our schools and their pupils on their achievements in their GCSEs. Our young people have sacrificed so much to support the health of all and I am thrilled that this has been rewarded in the award of their CAGs. Every grade reflects the hard work and dedication of a group of
- [Congratulations to the Class of 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/08/congratulations-to-the-class-of-2020/) - Celebrating success in all its forms is the benchmark of a CISC school experience where nurture of the mind, body and spirit is the signifier of having life, and having it to the full. And so, at this time of year we congratulate all our schools and pupils on their examination achievements. Individual successes are
- [Leweston shortlisted for Sporting Achievement Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/07/leweston-shortlisted-for-sporting-achievement-award/) - Leweston School is thrilled to be shortlisted for the Independent Schools of the Year Sporting Achievement Award. Organised by Independent School Parent magazine, the awards programme is designed to offer UK independent schools a platform to showcase their success stories and celebrate the student experiences they provide. Leweston previously won the Independent Pre-Prep category
- [Year 11 Parents Celebrate OLA Remote Learning with Happy Cakes!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/07/year-11-parents-celebrate-ola-remote-learning-with-happy-cakes/) - Teaching staff at OLA (Our Lady’s Abingdon) had some special visitors on Tuesday. Julia from Happy Cakes and Fiona MacKay Perkins presented 48 rather amazing looking cakes to the staff in School on behalf of Year 11 parents. The cake idea was the brainchild of Year 11 parent Mrs Bush who wanted to find
- [CISC Newsletter - April 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/04/cisc-newsletter-april-2020/) - Please find below the latest CISC Newsletter, including key information and support from our Headline Sponsors, Stone King (included) and Moore Kingston Smith (attached as PDF). Best wishes, Mo
- [CISC Newsletter - June 20](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/cisc-newsletter-june-20/) - Please find below the latest CISC Newsletter. You will also find further information on the Catholic Leaders Formation Network – Online Seminar here. Referenced within the newsletter are two moving tributes to absent friends, Adrian Aylward and Patrick Tobin. May they both rest in peace. Best wishes, Mo
- [Absent Friends](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/absent-friends/) - Following the recent deaths of former CISC colleagues Adrian Aylward and Patrick Tobin, we publish two moving obituaries, both penned by Giles Mercer. May Adrian and Patrick rest in peace. ADRIAN AYLWARD The death of Adrian Aylward on Maundy Thursday from cancer saw the passing of a titan of Catholic education and a wonderful family
- [Catholic Leaders Formation Network - Online Seminar](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/6452/) - ACU with St Mary’s Twickenham are hosting an online seminar on Friday 10th July from 10:00am - 12:00pm. Focusing on formation, it offers an excellent opportunity to connect, share and find encouragement in challenging times. Stuart McPherson from Worth will be hosting. Further information, including details on how to register, is included in the flyer
- [Message from the Chair of CISC](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/message-from-the-chair-of-cisc-2/) - Please find below a message to all of our schools, members and friends. https://youtu.be/qgH5VcbTCVo
- [CISC Poetry Competition Winners](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/cisc-poetry-competition-winners/) - This year saw an incredible 177 entries across Junior and Senior categories, including our first entries from a CISC special school which was just wonderful. Huge thanks to colleagues and pupils for their hard work and effort – I enjoyed reading every submission and even learned a new word, ‘dokidoki’, which is the sound of
- [Aspiring Leaders' Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/06/aspiring-leaders-program/) - I’m very excited to announce that our new Aspiring Leaders’ Programme, ‘The Barnabas Programme’ is now available to CISC deputy and assistant heads. Presented and designed in collaboration with Educarem, it will be an enriching and bespoke formation opportunity for those seeking to lead a Catholic school. Residential 1 Tuesday 12th - Wednesday 13th January,
- [CISC 2019 Conference Arrangements for Delegates](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/01/cisc-2019-conference-arrangements-for-delegates/) - Dear Colleagues, As we approach the final few days, ahead of this year's Annual Conference, I wish to remind members of a few final details to help us to ensure the smooth-running of the event. By now, you should have received an email from CISC detailing your conference booking information and a request to update
- [Message from the Chair of CISC](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/04/message-from-the-chair-of-cisc/) - [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yHwkhHwe-EI] As we come to the end of a most unusual term and begin the journey into Holy Week, here is a message from Antony, Chair of CISC, to remind us all of the warm, supportive community that we all share as part of CISC.
- [CISC Conference 2020 - The Pearl of Great Price](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/01/cisc-conference-2020-the-pearl-of-great-price/) - Well...that was the week that was! What a wonderful embrace we all felt from Glasgow and what a tremendous generosity of spirit we all shared as we journeyed together for our thirtieth CISC conference. Our theme, the Pearl of Great Price’ was chosen to reflect the passion, commitment and service you bring to your schools,
- [Farnborough Hill pupils celebrate the legacy of the RCE Sisters](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/02/farnborough-hill-pupils-celebrate-the-legacy-of-the-rce-sisters/) - Farnborough Hill has recently celebrated the Sisters of the RCE with a special ceremony to mark the contributions of five of the Sisters to the development of the School. At the beginning of this academic year the five school Houses were renamed after five RCE Sisters: Bickford, Dutertre, McCormack, Mostyn and Roantree. This was a
- [CISC Newsletter - February 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/02/6291/) - Please find below the latest CISC newsletter. Best wishes, Mo
- [CISC Poetry Competition 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/02/6282/) - CISC Poetry Competition 2020 Through our work with member schools, CISC aims to develop the creative opportunities for our students and provide them with a platform to air their voice. Every year, CISC invites the young people within our schools to share their artistic talents in our Christmas Card Competition and their literary prowess in our Poetry Competition.
- [CISC Junior and Prep Schools Athletics Championships at St. Columba’s College on Sunday 25 June](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/cisc-junior-and-prep-schools-athletics-championships-at-st-columbas-college-on-sunday-25-june/) - St. Columba’s College in St. Alban’s has very kindly offered to host the next CISC Junior and Prep Schools Athletics Championships at 1.30 pm on Sunday 25 June. More details will be published in due course, but in the meantime please let me know if you intend to send a team to the meeting with
- [Prior Park Prep School’s Budding Young Photographers Capture the School from a New View Point – and all on just the iPad](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/03/prior-park-prep-schools-budding-young-photographers-capture-the-school-from-a-new-view-point-and-all-on-just-the-ipad/) - As part of Prior Park Prep School’s Prior Award Scheme - an enrichment programme providing life and leadership skills for pupils in Years 5 and 6 – children spent three weeks learning how to take and edit photographs on their iPads, which were then entered into a competition. The photographs focused on three areas; landscape,
- [How Far Faith Schools Can Go in Protecting their Religious Ethos?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/01/how-far-faith-schools-can-go-in-protecting-their-religious-ethos/) - Faith schools can be independent or state maintained, but generally they should be registered with the Department for Education as having a religious character. The law relating to these schools differs from non – faith schools and differs again depending upon whether the school is independent or maintained and indeed depending upon the type of
- [New Hall Announced as Independent School of the Year](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/11/new-hall-announced-as-independent-school-of-the-year/) - New Hall School, a Catholic independent boarding and day school for 1,250 boys and girls aged 3-18 in Chelmsford was declared the Times Education Supplement Independent School of the Year 2016, at the Grosvenor House Hotel on Friday night, at an awards ceremony attended by hopeful schools from across the country. The award was collected by
- [Keeping Competition in its Place: a challenge for heads of department in Catholic independent schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/01/keeping-competition-in-its-place-a-challenge-for-heads-of-department-in-catholic-independent-schools/) - by Dr Charlotte Goddard, Head of Classics at Ampleforth College There are only two days in the year when education is guaranteed to attract headline attention. On two Thursdays in August, photographs of jubilant teenagers grace the front pages, clutching their exam results. It would appear that the production of qualifications is the sole purpose
- [Holocaust Survivor Shares His Incredible Story](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/02/holocaust-survivor-shares-his-incredible-story/) - As this spring marks the 70th anniversary of the liberation of the concentration camps by the Allies, St Leonards-Mayfield School has chosen to commemorate this eventin a way that our students will remember and reflect on in later life. With the co-operation of several departments, the Religious Studies Department arranged for an appropriate speaker to
- [CISC Newsletter - May 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/06/cisc-newsletter-may-2018/) - Follow the link below to access the latest newsletter from CISC. CISC Newsletter - May 2018
- [Surge in A* Grades in CISC Schools Bucks National Trend](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/08/surge-in-a-grades-in-cisc-schools-bucks-national-trend/) - There were outstanding GCSE results across CISC with a common theme being increases in A* grades bucking the national trend. At St George’s College, Weybridge the 164 Year 11 students are celebrating an impressive set of GCSE with over 40% of entries graded A* and 2/3 A*/A . and 90% A* - B. A total of
- [Moore Kingston Smith Schools Conference 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/01/moore-kingston-smith-schools-conference-2020/) - CISC members are warmly invited to the Moore Kingston Smith Annual Schools Conference on Thursday 12 March 2020. Attendance for CISC members is free however, bookings are still required via the link below. The conference will provide you with a comprehensive view of how to prepare for and make the most out of the changes
- [CISC Annual Conference 2020 - Information for Delegates](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2020/01/cisc-annual-conference-2020-information-for-delegates/) - Dear Colleagues, As we approach the final few days, ahead of this year's Annual Conference, I wish to remind members of a few final details to help us to ensure the smooth-running of the event. We are looking forward to welcoming you to the Hilton Glasgow Grosvenor for the CISC 30th Annual Conference next week and
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2019-2/) - Thank you to all who entered the 2019 Christmas Card Competition which this year was on the theme of Light and Peace. We had almost 80 entries which was absolutely wonderful and it made my job very difficult! What I most enjoyed was the range of media employed and how the theme was interpreted in
- [CISC Conference 2020 - Keynote Speakers and Workshops](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/12/cisc-conference-2020-keynote-speakers-and-workshops/) - We are delighted to announce the programme of guest speakers and workshops for the 30th anniversary CISC Conference, 16-17 January 2020 as below. If you have not yet booked your place but are intending to join us, please can we ask you to complete your ONLINE BOOKING before 4.00pm on Friday 13th December as we need to
- [CISC Newsletter - December 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/12/cisc-newsletter-december-2019/) - Please find below the latest CISC newsletter. Best wishes, Mo
- [Laleham Lea School Pupils Support Purley Food Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/laleham-lea-school-pupils-support-purley-food-hub/) - Laleham Lea School in Purley dropped off their Harvest Festival collection at Purley Food Hub this week to help support families in crisis. Over 200 items including pasta, tinned vegetables, baby wipes and deodorant were donated by Laleham Lea families to the charity who are urgently requesting donations in the run up to the Christmas
- [Laleham Lea School Works with Local Arts Society to Create Beautiful Mosaic](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/laleham-lea-school-works-with-local-arts-society-to-create-beautiful-mosaic/) - Laleham Lea School in Purley has unveiled a beautiful mosaic depicting life at the school created by its Students. Supported by funding from The Arts’ Society – Croydon Area, the colourful mosaic is located at the Student Entrance to the school and was designed and created by Students from Year 1 to Year 6. Laleham
- [Leweston Prep Ramble to Raise Funds for Children in Need](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/leweston-prep-ramble-to-raise-funds-for-children-in-need/) - Pupils at Leweston Prep School, Sherborne, ditched their uniforms and donned an array of colourful, dotty outfits to raise money for Children in Need. The pupils from Nursery to Year 6 at Leweston Prep went to School in their spots and stripes paying a £1 donation for the charity. They started the day by joining
- [The Oratory launch new fundraising campaign: Heart Speaks to Heart](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/the-oratory-launch-new-fundraising-campaign-heart-speaks-to-heart/) - The Oratory School, have recently launched their first fundraising campaign in recent years - Heart Speaks to Heart - to raise funds for bursaries, and in particular transformational bursaries. This ambitious campaign aims to increase the school’s financial commitment to bursaries by 75% in five years. Transformational bursaries (at least 75% of the annual fees)
- [Commendation for young poet at Kilgraston](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/commendation-for-young-poet-at-kilgraston/) - The work of a Kilgraston School pupil has been awarded a commendation for being among the top 85 places, out of 11,000 entries, in an international poetry competition. The Foyle Young Poets of the Year Award 2019 has recognised Perthshire girl Anna Gilmore-Heezen's work ‘Celestial Acne’ - which tackled the issue of body image against
- [Crackley Hall's Classrooms Are Alive With Saints](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/11/crackley-halls-classrooms-are-alive-with-saints/) - On Thursday 7 November, as part of Crackley Hall’s Vocations Week, pupils were surprised and delighted to have the opportunity to meet their very own school House Saints. Visiting speakers: Mary Lomas, a former Crackley Hall pupil, Alan Chalmers, parent to Thomas in Junior 5, David Harris, Diocesan Primary RE Adviser, and Deacon Owen Gresty
- [Nursery launch establishes New Hall School as first Catholic all-through school in Essex](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/10/nursery-launch-establishes-new-hall-school-as-first-catholic-all-through-school-in-essex/) - New Hall Nursery celebrated its official launch earlier this month, with the Bishop of Brentwood, the Rt Rev. Alan Williams, visiting to bless the new building, take a tour of the facilities and to meet New Hall School’s newest pupils. The Nursery comes as a welcome addition to the School’s existing Preparatory and Senior Divisions.
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/10/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2019/) - The CISC Christmas Card Competition is now in its ninth year and in that time, the standard of entry across the age range has been consistently impressive. The theme this year is ‘Light and Peace’ – Jesus as the light of the world and Prince of Peace. I look forward to receiving entries that inspire our spirit
- [Action in the world: busy young bakers take inspiration from the bible](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/09/action-in-the-world-busy-young-bakers-take-inspiration-from-the-bible/) - Kilgraston’s Junior School pupils have decided to practice what was preached. Taking inspiration from Head of Religious Education Stephen Johnston’s lesson on the Kingdom of God and Pope Francis’ message on ‘action in the world’, the young pupils raised an impressive £161 from a break-time bake sale for the Relief Fund for Hurricane Dorian. “Our
- [Member Briefing from Moore Kingston Smith: Off Payroll for Education](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/09/member-briefing-from-moore-kingston-smith-off-payroll-for-education/)
- [CISC Newsletter - September 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/09/cisc-newsletter-september-2019/) - Please find below the latest CISC newsletter. Best wishes, Mo
- [Another outstanding year for A Level results in CISC Schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/08/another-outstanding-year-for-a-level-results-in-cisc-schools/) - Students at CISC schools are celebrating another outstanding year for A Level results, with many students earning places at the top universities, despite a national outlook that suggests a fall in the number of top grades. With nearly 70% of A Level examinations graded A*- B and a fifth of students achieving A*/A, St Edmund’s
- [GCSE students add to exam successes across CISC Schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/08/gcse-students-add-to-exam-successes-across-cisc-schools/) - Adding to last week’s A Level successes, it was the turn of GCSE students to celebrate exam accomplishments this week. It has been another outstanding year for CISC Schools, with a far higher number of students achieving the top grades across all subject areas. Our heartfelt congratulations go to each and every student as they
- [CISC Leadership Briefing for Bursars, Heads and Governors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/08/cisc-leadership-briefing-for-bursars-heads-and-governors/) - A reminder that his year's CISC Leadership Briefing with our Headline Sponsors, Kingston Smith and Stone King will be taking place on Wednesday 25 September 2019 at the London offices of Kingston Smith in Devonshire House, Goswell Road, EC1M 7AD, with easy access by public transport. Cost for the day, including lunch is £65 per
- [CISC Newsletter - June 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/06/cisc-newsletter-june-2019/) - Please find enclosed the latest CISC newsletter. You will also find information from Paul Keyte, St Anthony's School for Boys, regarding a forthcoming Concert in Memory of Cardinal Basil Hume. Concert in Memory of Cardinal Basil Hume Best wishes, Mo
- [CES Curriculum Directory Survey for RE Specialists](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/05/ces-curriculum-directory-survey-for-re-specialists/) - Dear colleagues, You will be aware that the CES is revising The Curriculum Directory and as such is asking for comment and ‘feed into’ from teachers as part of the process. It is very important that the voice of CISC schools is fully represented and engaged in this process so that our experience of RE
- [CISC Poetry Competition - Closing date Friday 24 May](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/05/cisc-poetry-competition-closing-date-friday-24-may/) - A reminder to all CISC Schools that the closing date for this year's Poetry Competition is this Friday. Please share with colleagues. Details can be found below: CISC Poetry Competition 2019 Through our work with member schools, CISC aims to develop the creative opportunities for our students and provide them with a platform to air
- [CISC Day Conference: TPS - What's Best for Your School?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/cisc-day-conference-tps-whats-best-for-your-school/) - Dear Colleagues, TPS - what’s best for your school? We are pleased to announce that headline sponsors Stone King and Kingston Smith will be bringing legal, accounts, HR and pension experts to our day on all things TPS at St Columba’s School on Friday 17 May 2019. Emanating from the workshop at conference, the focus
- [Booking Reminder: TPS - what’s best for your school?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/05/booking-reminder-tps-whats-best-for-your-school/) - TPS - what’s best for your school? St Columba’s School, Friday 17 May 2019 Following on from your requests at conference for a day dedicated to to TPS, the content for the day has now been finalised with each session focusing on a key issue surrounding TPS. All Heads, Governors and Bursars with an interest
- [St Columba’s College collect 1.4 tonnes of donations for local food-banks](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/st-columbas-college-collect-1-4-tonnes-of-donations-for-local-food-banks/) - During the Lenten term, St Columba’s College collected a total of 1.4 tonnes of food, from St Columba’s families and staff, to support local food banks. Two years ago, the school began to collect food during the Lenten period to donate to local food-banks. That year, students and staff donated seven hundred kilograms of food,
- [Farnborough Hill Prepare for Evensong at St Paul's Cathedral](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/farnborough-hill-prepare-for-evensong-at-st-pauls-cathedral/) - Amidst the rich and varied programme of music-making at Farnborough Hill, the Senior Choir has gained an enviable reputation for singing Choral Evensong at some of this country’s leading cathedrals. In November 2017, this non-auditioned choir of girls from Year 10 to 13, was invited to sing at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle and, although
- [CISC Newsletter - April 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/cisc-newsletter-april-2019/) - Please find enclosed the latest CISC newsletter. You will also a letter from Karl McCloskey, The Marist, and an invite from John Patterson, St Vincent's, in the links below: Curriculum Conference 2019 Letter from Karl McCloskey Best wishes, Mo
- [Charity Week raises £16,682 for Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/charity-week-raises-16682-for-noahs-ark-childrens-hospice/) - Charity is key to our mission at St Edmund’s College and Prep and this year we were delighted to present a cheque to Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice for an outstanding £16,682.25. Raised by student and staff efforts during Charity Week through activities, cake sales and so much more this money will be used to fund
- [Leweston Sixth Form Students raise over £1000 for Charity](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/04/leweston-sixth-form-students-raise-over-1000-for-charity/) - As a Catholic School, Leweston has a long standing tradition of supporting Humanitarian Charities. In light of this, Leweston's Year 13 students recently organised and participated in a 24 hour alternative triathlon - Zumba, cycling and volleyball - and raised funds for The Albert Kennedy Trust, an organisation which supports vulnerable young people. The pupils
- [Booking Reminder - Chaplains' Day Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/03/booking-reminder-chaplains-day-conference/) - Colleagues are reminded that the booking deadline for the CISC Chaplains' Day Conference at St Teresa's Effingham is Friday 22 March. We are looking forward to welcoming guest speakers, Teresa Baron and Prof. Peter Tyler as well as taking the chance to catch up with friends and colleagues from the wider CISC community. Further information
- [Kilgraston inspires recycled, vintage fashion with 'Wear It Again' day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/03/kilgraston-inspires-recycled-vintage-fashion-with-wear-it-again-day/) - Kilgraston School in Perthshire has started its 100-point ‘practical task’ environmental challenge by pressing ahead with a vintage clothes 'Wear It Again' school day. Inspired by renowned environmentalist, Sir David Attenborough, who recently said: “We need to move beyond guilt or blame and get on with the practical tasks in hand,” pupils approached Head, Mrs
- [St Edmund’s College and Prep – New Head Announcement](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/03/st-edmunds-college-and-prep-new-head-announcement/) - Congratulations and a very warm welcome to Mr Matthew Mostyn, who has recently been appointed as the next Head of St Edmund’s College and Prep with effect from September 2019. Mr Mostyn is currently Senior Deputy Head at Stonyhurst where he has been for six years. Educated at Downside School and the University of Exeter,
- [Research into the implementation of the new GCSE and A Level RE Syllabi](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/03/research-into-the-implementation-of-the-new-gcse-and-a-level-re-syllabi/) - For the attention of CISC Teachers of RS: I hope that the term is going well and the marking and build up to exam season is not too exhausting! I have been asked by a former colleague, Prof. Anthony Towey, to forward a request to participate in some research so if you have time in
- [Catholic Young Writer Award 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/02/catholic-young-writer-award-2019/) - The Catholic Young Writer Award is presented annually by the Catholic Union of Great Britain, for the best essay on a specific topic. It is open to all young Roman Catholic, or pupils at Catholic schools, in Years 7, 8 and 9. There is a cash prize of £150, plus book prizes, and a shield
- [CISC Newsletter - February 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/02/cisc-newsletter-february-2019/) - Please find enclosed the latest CISC newsletter. You will also find details of the forthcoming Young Leaders' Conference and Kingston Smith Schools' Conference in the links below: Young Leaders' Conference Kingston Smith Schools' Conference Wishing you all a peaceful and restful half term. Best wishes, Mo
- [CISC Conference 2019 - Faith-Full Leadership](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/01/cisc-conference-2019-faith-full-leadership/) - CISC Conference 2019, Faith-Full Leadership was certainly full of faith and full of leaders but it was also full of life, humour, generosity, challenge and friendship. I knew that CISC was known as the friendly conference but nothing quite prepared me for the warmth of the welcome that I received and the sense of genuine
- [CISC Annual Conference 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/01/cisc-annual-conference-2019/) - Happy New Year! I hope that you return to school revived and refreshed for the term ahead, having shared such precious time with loved-ones over the Christmas period. I am very much looking forward to meeting you all at the CISC Annual Conference 17-18 January - just a couple of short weeks away! Online bookings
- [Rescheduled Day Conference for Heads of RS](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2019/01/rescheduled-day-conference-for-heads-of-rs/) - We are delighted to announce that we have been able to reschedule the CISC Day Conference for Heads of RS to Friday 1 March 2019. The event is open to all Heads of Religious Studies and Theology at CISC member schools and will be a wonderful event for those seeking to update themselves on best
- [Music and Mindfulness: School’s Staff Music Lesson Scheme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/music-and-mindfulness-schools-staff-music-lesson-scheme/) - by Rachel Milestone, Director of Music, Leweston School At this present time, the promotion of good mental health in schools is a hot topic. Numerous PSHE lessons, staff meetings, insets and CPD courses focus on the growing mental health issues in pupils, and the need for mental health education to build resilience when coping with
- [Towers Masterchefs](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/towers-masterchefs/) - Earlier this term, a number of talented chefs from The Towers and Steyning Grammar competed in the Rotary Masterchef Competition. Pupils had two hours to prepare a three-course meal on a budget – quite a challenge! The standard of the food was extremely high and its superb presentation made it all the more mouth-watering. Taylor
- [Congratulations to Catholic Liberal Arts students at Chavagnes](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/congratulations-to-catholic-liberal-arts-students-at-chavagnes/) - Congratulations to Marya, Daniel, Drew, Jake and Benjamin, studying in the intensive "Catholic Liberal Arts with French BA" at Chavagnes, pictured with CISC member Ferdi McDermott (far right), Head Master at Chavagnes International College. These young people passed their first term with flying colours. More information www.chavagnes.org/studium CISC are always delighted to share news and updates
- [CISC Annual Conference - Online Bookings Now Closed](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/cisc-annual-conference-online-bookings-now-closed/) - Please note that online bookings have now closed for the 29th CISC Annual Conference. Bookings may still be made, subject to availability, but will need to be processed by email so please do get in touch at info@catholicindependentschools.com with your enquiry and we will do our best to respond promptly over the festive period. Further
- [CISC Newsletter - December 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/cisc-newsletter-december-2018/) - Welcome to the season of Advent, that time of the year that has us trying to delay the onset of Christmas by marking the measured steps towards it. I hope that amongst the festivities and nativities, you are able to take the time out of your busy schedules to 'down tools' for a few moments
- [Leweston - Prep of the Year Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/leweston-prep-of-the-year-award/) - Our warmest congratulations to the team at Leweston Prep School on their achievements in this year's Independent School Parent Magazine’s Prep-Prep of the Year Award. The award was judged by a panel of leading figures from across the sector who scrutinised entries from all over the UK. The judges said 'childhood is embraced to its
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition Results 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-results-2018/) - The contraction of the curriculum to the detriment of the Art and Design is clearly not an issue in CISC schools as the 2018 Christmas Card completion attests. Thank you to all schools that entered and all Art teachers who encouraged their pupils to enter. I have to say it was one of the most
- [Christmas Card Competition 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/christmas-card-competition-2018/) - We are delighted to announce the launch of this year’s CISC Christmas Card competition. This year’s theme is ‘Child of Our Planet’ – plenty of scope for young artists to think ecologically and astronomically as well as theologically in their creative interpretation of the theme! Entries should be submitted by Friday 23 November. Winning artists
- [Cranmore pupils get their 'act' together for CHARITY](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/11/cranmore-pupils-get-their-act-together-for-charity/) - by Cranmore School Our 'Action Day' is eagerly anticipated each year. Every pupil in the senior department, age 8 - 11, puts on a short performance in front of the rest of the school which is sponsored by family and friends. We have sketches, magic tricks, joke telling, dancing, singing, ensemble playing - the list
- [Indian exchange delivers a sensory treat for Kilgraston pupils](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/11/indian-exchange-delivers-a-sensory-treat-for-kilgraston-pupils/) - by Stephen Johnston, Kilgraston School Three years ago, Kilgraston embarked on an ambitious exchange programme with Unison World School, one of the India’s top all-girl boarding schools, located in Dehradun at the Himalayan foothills. The idea was to create an international ‘twinning’ programme with the mutual benefit to pupils and staff in both schools. Kilgraston
- [Leweston Prep Pupil is England mascot for Remembrance Match](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/11/leweston-prep-pupil-is-england-mascot-for-remembrance-match/) - Leweston Prep School pupil, Jack Davis who plays rugby for Blandford RFC, is still recovering from the excitement of being the official RFU Mascot at the England vs All Black’s game at Twickenham on Saturday 10th November, over Remembrance Weekend. Jack in his England kit Both of Jack’s Great Great Grandfathers fought in WW1. His
- [CISC Newsletter - October 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/cisc-newsletter-october-2018/) - Please find below, a link to the October Newsletter. CISC October Newsletter I'm delighted to also enclose information and booking details about this year's Annual Conference 17-18 January 2019. The theme of the conference is Faith-Full Leadership and we are very pleased to have two outstanding keynote speakers who have lived and written about this at the highest levels, The
- [Oliver House School donates all Harvest Festival food to Wandsworth Foodbank](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/oliver-house-school-donates-all-harvest-festival-food-to-wandsworth-foodbank/) - The children at Oliver House School celebrated Harvest Festival this year and donated all the food they had collected to Wandsworth Foodbank. The whole school gathered together in the playground on a beautiful autumnal day for the celebration to give thanks for the harvest and bring their gifts to be blessed by the school chaplain
- [The Laurels School, Clapham is in The Telegraph’s List of Top Best Small Independent Schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/the-laurels-school-clapham-is-in-the-telegraphs-list-of-top-best-small-independent-schools/) - The Laurels School in Clapham was delighted and proud to be featured in The Telegraph’s article about the best independent schools in the UK, and was ranked as one of the best small independent schools in the country, based on their recent GCSE results. Photo Credit: Michael Austen Mrs Linda Sanders, Headmistress said, “We are
- [Theology flourishing at New Hall](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/theology-flourishing-at-new-hall/) - Theology continues to flourish at New Hall School despite a drop in national trends. The number of students taking Religious Studies at A level in England and Wales has fallen by 22.8 per cent in the past year [1], yet the subject continues to grow at New Hall. Within the school, The Theology Department has
- [Leweston Prep celebrates award nomination with their Grandparents](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/10/leweston-prep-celebrates-award-nomination-with-their-grandparents/) - Leweston Prep is delighted to be shortlisted for the Independent School Parent Magazine's Independent School of the Year Awards. The aim of Independent Schools of the Year 2018 was to highlight the quality of the student experience in independent schools and Leweston is over joyed to be nominated for Independent Pre-Prep of the Year, this
- [New exams, new grades and impressive results at GCSE](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/08/new-exams-new-grades-and-impressive-results-at-gcse/) - Following great success across A Level subjects earlier this month, CISC member schools are celebrating once again as students collected their GCSE results last week. Our congratulations to all of the students on their many achievements and thanks to the staff who have taught, encouraged and supported them throughout. The Laurels School in Clapham was
- [General Secretary Announcement](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/09/general-secretary-announcement/) - A message from the Chair of CISC, Antonia Beary. Dear colleagues, I hope that this finds you refreshed after a restful holiday and raring to go... and for those in Senior schools, that exam results are all that you hoped for. I am mindful that for some colleagues it has been a difficult summer: our
- [CISC Leadership  Briefing for Heads and Bursars](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/09/cisc-leadership-briefing-for-heads-and-bursars/) - Thank you to CISC members who have already booked a place on the forthcoming CISC Leadership Briefing on Thursday 20 September 2018. Bookings for this event are still available on our website at www.catholicindependentschools.com or through the following link: CISC Leadership Briefing 20 September 2018 The cost for the day's conference, including lunch and refreshments, is just £42.00 (inclusive). The
- [CISC schools celebrate another year of outstanding success at A Level](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/08/cisc-schools-celebrate-another-year-of-outstanding-success-at-a-level/) - Students at CISC schools are celebrating another outstanding year for A-Level results, with many students earning places at the top universities. Sixth Form students at New Hall School, are celebrating another year of excellent A Level results and success in achieving the university and apprenticeship places of their choice. Records were set, with the average
- [New Hall School appoints Deputy Principal](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/07/new-hall-school-appoints-deputy-principal/) - New Hall School is delighted to announce that Mr Andrew Fardell, the school’s Director of Music, has been appointed Deputy Principal from 1 September 2018. Mr Fardell graduated from the University of Kent and then studied on the postgraduate course at the Royal Academy of Music. He has served at New Hall for over 20
- [Year 7 Leweston pupils raise money for Water Aid](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/07/year-7-leweston-pupils-raise-money-for-water-aid/) - "After studying the water issue, our class has become very passionate about this subject. We feel that it is up to us and anyone our age to help those in need: we are the ones who need to be educated about such things, so we can deal with them not only in the future, but
- [Founder's Day Celebrations](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/07/founders-day-celebrations/) - Tree planting ceremony with the current headmaster, Michael Connolly and two previous heads, along with former parent Rt Hon Anne Milton MP followed by Mass with Bishop Richard Moth rounds off Cranmore School’s 50th year celebrations. Our year of events to celebrate 50 years since the founding of the school was rounded off with a
- [Student Leadership Conference, April 13-15 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/06/student-leadership-conference-april-13-15-2018/) - The rationale Leadership matters. Unfortunately the standard of leadership on view recently in different parts of the world and in different sectors of modern life often leaves a lot to be desired. The bizarre and sometimes childish behaviour of some of our public figures and world leaders who hold the lives of so many in
- [CISC Poetry Competition 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/05/cisc-poetry-competition-2018/) - There was a very enthusiastic response to the poetry competition, at least in the junior category, with almost 200 entries received. There were not enough entries for the senior category to proceed with awards, so the prizes are awarded in the junior category only. The winning poem on the theme of Pentecost is “Wild Fire”
- [Leweston's Old Antonian, Florence, has produced a film to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/05/lewestons-old-antonian-florence-has-produced-a-film-to-coincide-with-mental-health-awareness-week/) - Leweston's OA, Florence Kosky, has written and directed a short film that has been launched this week to coincide with Mental Health Awareness Week. Florence is now an Ambassador for the Mental Health Foundation and also works with PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide, a charity whose aim is to assist young people with mental health
- [How School Councils are Making the World a Better Place](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/how-school-councils-are-making-the-world-a-better-place/) - School Council representatives from Cranmore School had the pleasure of visiting some of the residents at Lime Grove, a local care home which offers long-term care accommodation for occupants some of whom have dementia or physical disabilities. Pupils had the opportunity to share songs, music, poetry and jokes with the residents. After tea, they were
- [Leweston pupil, Clemmie, organises 24 hour triathlon for charity](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/leweston-pupil-clemmie-organises-24-hour-triathlon-for-charity/) - Year 13 Leweston pupil, Clemmie, organised a 24 hour 'triathlon' on the last two days of term, 22 - 23 March, in memory of her friend, Emma Rose Hatchley, who very sadly lost her battle with a rare and severe illness in 2014, aged 15. Her family lived in Great Ormond Street Children's Hospital for
- [CISC Day Conference for Headteachers and Governors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/cisc-day-conference-for-headteachers-and-governors/) - Booking is now open for the CISC Day Conference for Headteachers and Governors, a unique day conference for Headteachers, Governors and those with responsibility for strategic leadership in Catholic independent schools. We hope that you, or one of your colleagues, are able to join us. Please do forward and share with your school community. Thursday
- [CISC Day Conference for Chaplains and Heads of RS](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/cisc-day-conference-for-chaplains-and-heads-of-rs/) - Booking is now open for the CISC Day Conference for Chaplains and Heads of RS, a day conference for Chaplains and those in charge of Catholic life in Catholic independent schools. We hope that you, or one of your colleagues, are able to join us. Please do forward and share with your school community. Thursday
- [CISC Inaugural SEND Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/cisc-inaugural-send-conference/) - Booking is now open for the CISC Inaugural SEND Conference, a day conference for SENDCOs and those in charge of, or involved with, Special Educational Needs in Catholic schools. We hope that you, or one of your colleagues, are able to join us. Please do forward and share with your school community. Friday 22 June 2018
- [CISC Poetry Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/04/cisc-poetry-competition/) - ENTRY FOR 2018 IS NOW OPEN! We are delighted to, once again, launch the CISC Poetry Competition for students of CISC member schools. The theme for 2018 is 'Pentecost’. Details of how to enter can be found in the form below: CISC POETRY COMPETITION 2018 There were some excellent and very thought-provoking poems last year and we
- [Waterloo Sunset, Sierra Leone](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/03/waterloo-sunset-sierra-leone/) - CISC and associate schools working internationally for the common good By Jeremy Barnes, Headteacher at All Saints Catholic Primary School, Anfield (Associate CISC Member) This was my fifth visit to our partner school in Waterloo, Sierra Leone, as headteacher of All Saints Catholic Primary School, Anfield. Beginning
- [Towers Historians Visit Ypres](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/02/towers-historians-visit-ypres/) - On Saturday, 3rd February, Year 9, 10 and 11 historians made their way to in Ypres in Belgium to see the battlefields and show their respects to the soldiers, who died in the First World War. The group visited war cemeteries, where pupils and staff laid poppies on the graves, row after row of them,
- [Bishop of East Anglia urges students to “be counter cultural”](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/02/bishop-east-anglia-urges-students-counter-cultural/) - St Mary’s School, Cambridge celebrated Mary Ward Day – marking the birthday of the school’s foundress Mary Ward (1585-1645) – on Tuesday 23 January and welcomed the Rt Rev Alan Hopes, Bishop of East Anglia, to join this year’s celebrations. The Bishop spent time with the school’s Mary Ward scholars and students championing CAFOD’s Power
- [Stonyhurst Hummingbird Project](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/02/stonyhurst-hummingbird-project/) - Following a petition from our student Faith That Does Justice Group, Stonyhurst College was delighted to agree to begin the process of resettling a refugee family within our community, through Caritas Salford’s partnership with the Home Office’s Community Sponsorship Resettlement Scheme. Over the past few months, students have carried out a fundraising campaign under the
- [London Community Gospel Choir share their vision of singing together](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/02/london-community-gospel-choir-share-vision-singing-together/) - An annual event, Cranmore Live, is always an exciting occasion. However, to see a new generation of children learning, sharing and performing to teachers and parents in such an uplifting way, is a big achievement. After a series of workshops with our choirs during the day, training the children for a concert to parents and friends in the
- [Commemorative Mass for Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O’Connor](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/01/commemorative-mass-cardinal-cormac-murphy-oconnor/) - On 22 January, Cardinal Cormac’s family, friends, former Headmasters at Prior Park College, staff, students, parents and alumni came together at Our Lady of Snows Chapel to pay their respects and pray for the Cardinal, who died 1 September 2017. The Chief Celebrant was Bishop Declan, who was accompanied by twelve priests and College Chaplain,
- [CISC Annual Conference 2018 - Members' Access to Resources](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/01/cisc-annual-conference-2018-members-access-resources/) - The 2018 CISC annual conference took place at the Liverpool Hilton Hotel on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 January. We were delighted to welcome so many colleagues from across our schools, providing a much-needed opportunity to forge new friendships as well as a chance to catch up with old friends and colleagues. Further information and resources
- [Channel 5 Documentary: Bad Habits, Holy Orders](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/01/channel-5-documentary-bad-habits-holy-orders/) - How the Daughters of Divine Charity became involved in making a four-part documentary for Channel 5 is still something of a mystery to ourselves. Apparently Fr Christopher Jamieson OSB and Sr Elaine Penrice fsp from the National Vocations Office receive many requests from TV and Radio to ‘roll out religious’ and these are declined. Somehow
- [Launch of Liberal Arts Degree by The Chavagnes Studium, Tuesday 16th January 6pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2018/01/launch-liberal-arts-degree-chavagnes-studium-tuesday-16th-january-6pm/) - The Chavagnes Studium (part of Chavagnes International College, a CISC member school in France) is organising a launch event in London for its new LiberalArts degree programme, in collaboration with ICES, the Catholic university of the Vendée, and the Catholic University of Lublin. Presentations by Ferdi McDermott, Professor Anthony O'Hear OBE, Dr Thomas E Conlon, Fr Mark
- [Welsh Independent Secondary School of the Year secured best A Level results in the UK](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/12/welsh-independent-secondary-school-year-secured-best-level-results-uk/) - St John’s College, Cardiff is delighted to have been recognised by The Sunday Times as the Welsh Independent Secondary School of the Year. This achievement is based on the school’s outstanding academic results and its commitment to an exciting programme of co-curricular activities where they are garnering a formidable reputation for Chess, Public Speaking, Debating
- [The Towers Reindeer Run for Chestnut Tree House](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/12/towers-reindeer-run-chestnut-tree-house/) - The Juniors at The Towers, Upper Beeding, took part in a reindeer run to raise money for Chestnut Tree House, a local charity which provides care, support and fun for children, who are terminally ill. The juniors all dressed up in antlers and flashing noses to run a mile around the tennis courts. They had to
- [Christmas Card Competition 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/12/christmas-card-competition-2017/) - This year we had another very strong entry for the Christmas card competition. After much reflection and expert advice, I’m pleased to announce that the winner of the Junior Category was Sonny Francis, a Year 7 student at St. Bede’s College. Sonny’s carefully composed collage brings our attention to the Christ child. In a bold
- [Final Mass of the Diocese of Brentwood Centenary year](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/12/final-mass-diocese-brentwood-centenary-year/) - In 1917, Bernard Ward became the first Bishop of Brentwood and the diocese have been celebrating its centenary over the last year. On November 16th 2017, the last Mass of the Centenary was celebrated by Bishop Alan Williams in the chapel of St Edmund's College Ware, in the shrine chapel of which Bernard Ward is buried.
- [Afternoon Tea with Grandparents at Oakwood School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/12/afternoon-tea-grandparents-oakwood-school/) - Oakwood School in Purley held a Grandparents’ Tea on Thursday 23 November 2017. The event started with children and their grandparents listening to a musical performance by the Reception children. This was followed by a Year 6 presentation on inspirational people and then children and their families enjoyed an afternoon tea together. The school recognises
- [Time Flies for National Art Competition Winner](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/11/time-flies-national-art-competition-winner/) - Our Lady’s Convent School is celebrating, for the second consecutive year, the national achievements of its artists. Melanie Lamb has been recognised not only as the Winner of the ISA Midlands Region annual art competition with her piece ‘Time Flies’ but also nationally. Melanie’s drawing was submitted for the Key Stage 5 drawing category at
- [Three Little Pigs Ballet Fundraiser for CAFOD](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/11/three-little-pigs-ballet-fundraiser-cafod/) - Recently Saint Christina’s School was visited by Judy Dixey a Schools Ambassador for CAFOD (Catholic Agency for Overseas Development) to lead an assembly. It was based on the story of The Three Little Pigs, linking it to the devastating big wind (typhoon) in the Philippines a couple of years back. Her assembly was interactive and funny
- [If you go down to the woods today. . .](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/11/if-you-go-down-to-the-woods-today/) - Nower Wood, run by Surrey Wildlife Trust, is approximately 80 acres of ancient woodland sitting on a clay cap at the head of a dry valley. The wood is mentioned in the Doomsday Survey. Cranmore School Lower Preps enjoyed a wonderful trip to Nower Wood, run by Surrey Wildlife Trust, on a ‘Badger’s Day Out’. With many
- [Girls get galvanised at STEM conference and told “you can do what you want!”](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/11/girls-get-galvanised-at-stem-conference-and-told-you-can-do-what-you-want/) - Coinciding with International Day of the Girl, on Wednesday 11 October, St Mary’s School, Cambridge hosted its fifth Girl Power conference for students in Year 11 to the Upper Sixth, from 16 Girls’ Schools Association (GSA) East Region schools and local state schools. In partnership with the Cambridge Academy for Science and Technology, where the
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition Deadline THIS FRIDAY!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/11/cisc-christmas-card-competition-deadline-this-friday/) - If you haven't already entered your school for this year's Christmas Card Competition, now is the time to act! The CISC Christmas Card competition is now in its eighth year and the standard of entry, across the age range, has been consistently impressive. Last year's winner, Olivia Mitchell from St. Edward’s School in Cheltenham, featured on the front
- [New Hall School Hosts CISC Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/10/new-hall-school-hosts-cisc-conference/) - On 17 October, New Hall School, Chelmsford, welcomed Heads of RE/Theology from Catholic Independent Schools across the country, as well as from local diocesan schools. The main focus of the day was to share best practice and develop subject knowledge with regards to Judaism and the new GCSE specifications. The keynote speakers included Dr Jonathan
- [Corporate Award St Vincent’s School for the Blind and Partially Sighted](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/corporate-award-st-vincents-school-for-the-blind-and-partially-sighted/) - Presented by Paul Barber, Liverpool John Moore's University Honourable Chancellor, I have pleasure in presenting St Vincent’s School for the Blind and Partially Sighted for a Corporate Award from Liverpool John Moores University. This Award recognises organisations that have had a deep impact on the city and their communities and St Vincents embodies that ethos
- [Launch of Golden Celebrations at Cranmore School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/09/launch-of-golden-celebrations-at-cranmore-school/) - Cranmore School was founded in 1968 by Canon Peter Freed. During 2017 - 18 we are celebrating our 50th year with a whole host of activities planned, starting with a gold, yellow or orange non-uniform day. The entire school community (from Pre-Nursery through to year 8) joined in with great enthusiasm. Pictured: non-uniform day to
- [Prior Park College hosts Laudato Si event](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/10/prior-park-college-hosts-laudato-si-event/) - Prior Park College, Bath invited 140 children from seven schools within the Diocese to their Laudato Si event earlier this month. Aided by students and staff from the College, the children were split into groups and spent the morning walking in the Prior Park valley. At various locations along their route were 'information stations' manned
- [The Marist School celebrate success as Rotary Club Photography Winners](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/10/the-marist-school-celebrate-success-as-rotary-club-photography-winners/) - On Monday 25 September, members of the Rotary Club of Ascot visited The Marist to present awards to pupils whose photography skills shone in this year’s Rotary Club Young Photographer of the Year competition. For this year’s competition, girls were asked to enter three photographs which captured the theme of ‘Reflection’, with five Marist Senior
- [Archbishop Bernard Longley Opens New Teaching Wing at Princethorpe](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/10/archbishop-bernard-longley-opens-new-teaching-wing-at-princethorpe/) - Princethorpe College was delighted to welcome The Most Reverend Bernard Longley, Archbishop of Birmingham to officially open The Limes. The new state-of-the-art learning wing was blessed during a moving ceremony involving the whole College community. Invited guests included: former Headmaster of Princethorpe College Mr John Shinkwin, Chair of the Trustees Mrs Mary O’ Farrell, Father
- [Don't Scapegoat Private Schools for Society's Ills](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/10/dont-scapegoat-private-schools-for-societys-ills/) - News article by Tara Holmes published on The Catholic Times 3rd October 2014 issue. Download PDF Copy
- [Christmas Card Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/christmas-card-competition/) - Very well done to all the participants in this competition. The theme “Courage in Conflict” was challenging but it inspired a lot of excellent work. Mother and Child”, painted by Constance Hui Age 17 St Mary’s Cambridge, is a very worthy winner. Constance’s picture captures the mother’s love for her child; perhaps they are refugees keeping
- [Farnborough Hill Student Wins Top Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/farnborough-hill-student-wins-top-award/) - Farnborough Hill is delighted that A level student Paloma Vince has been awarded the prestigious Frampton Prize by the Royal Historical Society for her outstanding achievement in History. Every year the Royal Historical Society awards a prize of £100 for the best performance in History A level examinations for each of the examining boards in
- [ND6 Rag Week- Let’s Make it a Tradition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/nd6-rag-week-lets-make-it-a-tradition/) - The week before half term played host to the first ever ND6 Rag Week- and what a way to end half-term! The week entailed themed days with activities at break and lunch run by the Sixth Form. The week kicked off with Disney Monday, Tuesday the Sixth Form went around the world, Wednesday we were
- [New Hall School Emulates the Tower of London Poppy Installation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/new-hall-school-emulates-the-tower-of-london-poppy-installation/) - Students and staff from New Hall School in Chelmsford have produced a tribute to the “Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red” poppy installation at the Tower of London. The school’s Art and History departments have taken the lead on the project which marks the centenary of the outbreak of the First World War. The
- [Why choose Arts or Science? Why not both?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/why-choose-arts-or-science-why-not-both/) - Speaking at the launch of Your Life, a campaign aiming to boost the numbers of pupils taking Physics and Maths at A Level, Education Secretary, Nicky Morgan said that pupils without a clear idea of what they want to do were traditionally steered towards arts and humanities because they were considered more generally useful. She
- [Austin Friars St Monica’s School cricketer impresses against England’s elite](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/austin-friars-st-monicas-school-cricketer-impresses-against-englands-elite/) - Lower Sixth Form student Ben Davidson recently participated in the U16 England Cricket Development Programme Talent Testing at the National Cricket Performance Centre at Loughborough University. During the summer cricket season Ben played for Penrith’s 1st XI team in Division One of the Northern Premier Cricket League, and the Lancashire Academy team. He was nominated
- [New Headmistress for Thornton College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/new-headmistress-for-thornton-college/) - The Trustees at Thornton College School for Girls, Convent of Jesus and Mary, are pleased to announce that Mrs Jo Storey has been appointed as the new Headmistress from September 2015. Mrs Storey is currently the Deputy Principal at New Hall School in Chelmsford, one of the most successful Catholic Boarding Schools in the UK. Miss
- [St George's Junior School embraces Shoe-box Appeal](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/st-georges-junior-school-embraces-shoe-box-appeal/) - Every year, pupils at St George’s Junior School take part in the Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Appeal. The idea behind the Shoebox Appeal is simple. Children and adults wrap and pack shoeboxes with a range of gifts and take them to a convenient ‘drop-off point’ to be later taken overseas to reach underprivileged children. Each
- [Profile of General Secretary in Catholic Times](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/11/profile-of-general-secretary-in-catholic-times/) - "Why headteachers should follow example of Francis" by Tara Holmes. Published in The Catholic Times 17th October 2014 Issue. A profile on Catholic Independent Schools' Conference Secretary General, John Shinkwin
- [Marist Pupils Scoop First Place in Nationwide Poetry Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/12/marist-pupils-scoop-first-place-in-nationwide-poetry-competition/) - The Marist Preparatory School in Sunninghill was incredibly proud to learn last week that poetry written by two of their pupils has won first place and a highly commended place in the National Association for Able Children in Education (NACE) Poetry Competition. NACE launched a nationwide competition for able poets to create a poem on
- [Head of Top Independent Girls’ School Warns of the Dangers of Academic Hothousing](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/12/head-of-top-independent-girls-school-warns-of-the-dangers-of-academic-hothousing/) - A recent study by the Health and Social Care Information Centre revealed that British girls, aged 15 to 19, are competing with middle-aged men as to who is the most stressed. This is not how it should be! With exam pressures topping the list as the main cause of teenage stress, Antonia Beary, Headmistress of
- [Mrs Kate Reynolds Announced as the New Head of Leweston School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2014/12/mrs-kate-reynolds-announced-as-the-new-head-of-leweston-school/) - The Governors of Leweston School near Sherborne, Dorset are delighted to announce that Mrs Kate Reynolds has been appointed as Head of Leweston from September 2015. Mrs Reynolds takes over from Adrian Aylward, who steps down at the end of the academic year after nine years in post. Mrs Reynolds was educated at St Mary’s
- [Notes from the 100 Group Conference on 'British Values'](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/02/notes-from-the-100-group-conference-on-british-values/) - 29th January 2015 | Kingsford Community School Key Speakers Shami Chakrabarti, Director of Liberty Dr David Starkey, Historian Dr Shuja Shafi, Secretary General of the Muslim Council of Britain Ron Cohen, Lead Ofsted Inspector Christine Ryan, Chief Inspector + CEO, ISI The day proved both interesting and insightful. The key point to take away is
- [Joyful Confirmation Celebration at Woldingham](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/joyful-confirmation-celebration-at-woldingham/) - On Friday 27th February, 23 Woldingham students received the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Patrick O’Donoghue. Over the course of six weeks the candidates met with the Chaplain Fr. Gerry Devlin and members of staff Mr Ross and Mrs Frisby to prepare for their Confirmation as they shared together their Christian commitment and what it
- [Glorious Celebration of 400th Anniversary of Martyrdom of St John Ogilvie SJ at St Aloysius College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/glorious-celebration-of-400th-anniversary-of-martyrdom-of-st-john-ogilvie-sj-at-st-aloysius-college/) - The 400th Anniversary of the martyrdom of St John Ogilvie SJ was celebrated by the UK’s 10 Jesuit Schools as they held two very special public events at St Aloysius School in Glasgow, the city where St John Ogilvie was martyred. The weekend’s celebrations began on Saturday evening with a beautiful Mozart Vespers in which
- [St Mary’s School, Cambridge Becomes First Independent School to Achieve Unique Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/st-marys-school-cambridge-becomes-first-independent-school-to-achieve-unique-award/) - St Mary’s School, Cambridge has become the first independent school in the country to achieve the ‘Excellence Through Employees’ award. The award, which complements and offers a refreshing alternative to the Ofsted agenda, is based on best-practice in organisational leadership. It evaluates the contributions made by employees towards the organisation’s core purpose and builds upon
- [Marist Hosts Pyrotechnic Show for British Science Week](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/marist-hosts-pyrotechnic-show-for-british-science-week/) - Students at The Marist School in Sunninghill welcomed award winning science pyro-technician Matthew Tosh this week as part of their programme of events to celebrate British Science Week with school based STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths) activities. Matthew whose career spans teaching, pyrotechnics, and broadcasting put on an original, creative and visual demonstration wowing
- [Bene Merenti presented to The Towers Convent School Bursar](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/bene-merenti-presented-to-the-towers-convent-school-bursar/) - Former staff members and governors joined with current staff and Sisters to thank Mrs Rosalind Edwards for her loyalty and dedication to The Towers Convent School over the last twenty five years as she retires as Bursar. The school has prospered under Ros’ financial guidance and management. Ros was very moved when she was presented
- [Ratcliffe College welcomes HRH The Duke of Gloucester to Open new Preparatory School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/03/ratcliffe-college-welcomes-hrh-the-duke-of-gloucester-to-open-new-preparatory-school/) - Ratcliffe College was delighted to welcome HRH The Duke of Gloucester to officially open their new Preparatory School on Thursday. The College has invested £4.5 million in a new, state-of-the-art building for its Junior pupils, which opened its doors last September. Ratcliffe College Preparatory School, as the new school is now known, provides the latest
- [St Edmund’s College Charity Week raises £14,000 for St Elizabeth’s](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/04/st-edmunds-college-charity-week-raises-14000-for-st-elizabeths/) - Every year St Edmund’s College selects a charity which for a week of fund raising activities and this year St Elizabeth’s, Much Hadham, was the chosen charity. On Wednesday 25th March we proudly handed over a cheque to Sister Patricia, of St Elizabeth’s, for £14,000. Sister Patricia visited the College where she spoke so warmly
- [Creative Connections – A Showcase of Mayfield’s Wonderful Artistic Talents](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/04/creative-connections-a-showcase-of-mayfields-wonderful-artistic-talents/) - The beautiful Creative Connections exhibition at the Wing Gallery, Wadhurst, at the end of March brought together the Art and Ceramics from Mayfield’s current pupils, old girls and teaching staff - away from the School premises for the first time. Visitors to the exhibition were able to enjoy and marvel at the impressive combination of
- [Chris Beirne and Sister Marie Louise (current and former Heads of Beaulieu Convent School Jersey) meet Pope Francis](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/04/chris-beirne-and-sister-marie-louise-current-and-former-heads-of-beaulieu-convent-school-jersey-meet-pope-francis/) - Students from Beaulieu’s Chamber Choir spent a week in Rome recently performing in various venues and they had the privilege of performing for the National Catenian Pilgrimage. The students enjoyed performing in a number of splendid venues including in the Vatican and in the Basilica of St Francis in Assisi. During their visit Sister Marie
- [Farnborough Hill Win National English Speaking Union Public Speaking Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/04/farnborough-hill-win-national-english-speaking-union-public-speaking-competition/) - Since January, Farnborough Hill’s Senior Public Speaking Team has been competing in the ESU Churchill National Public Speaking Competition for Schools 2014-15. Having successfully progressed through three regional rounds, this Saturday saw the girls competing in the National Final of the competition. 400 teams from across England and Wales had been whittled down to eight
- [St Joseph's Prep Nepal Earthquake Response](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/05/st-josephs-prep-nepal-earthquake-response/) - The children at St Joseph’s Preparatory School, Gravesend are already very aware of those less fortunate than themselves. When we do our planned charitable giving each year, we always research the charities we support or better still have a visitor from that charity to explain how our donations will help those communities. We always try
- [“Today, Year 7, you are going to build a Tractor… out of Cardboard”](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/05/today-year-7-you-are-going-to-build-a-tractor-out-of-cardboard/) - This year in Art, all Year 7 students at Ratcliffe College, Leicestershire, were given the task of recreating a life-sized replica of one of the school's tractors, out of cardboard. Inspired by artist Chris Gilmour, who makes life-sized cardboard replicas of all sorts of everyday items, the students spent time drawing from, measuring and taking
- [Oratory School opens new Sports Centre](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/05/oratory-school-opens-new-sports-centre/) - Graham Edmunds, Gold Medallist and member of the Paralympic Swimming Team, opened the new £5 million French Sports Centre, named after Chris French and his family, on Tuesday 12th May. Chris French, a member of the Governing body, has been Chairman of the Property Committee for the last fifteen years. It was his father, who
- [Notre Dame Girls practise their Spanish in Skype to Sister School in Argentina](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/05/notre-dame-girls-practise-their-spanish-in-skype-to-sister-school-in-argentina-on-feast-of-saint-jeanne-de-lestonnac/) - Feast of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac. Friday 15th May marked the Feast of Saint Jeanne de Lestonnac, a day to commemorate her legacy and inspiration; a day when all the Notre Dame Schools in the world unite in celebration of a person whose life has been a witness of living in an extraordinary way loving God
- [All aboard: fascinating double decker bus visit for St George's Nursery children](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/06/all-aboard-fascinating-double-decker-bus-visit-for-st-georges-nursery-children/) - On Wednesday 24 June, Nursery children at St George’s Junior School, Weybridge enjoyed a rare treat: a visit from a double decker bus. The original Routemaster, which is owned by Brooklands Museum in Weybridge, was kindly driven down to the School by volunteers from the Museum. Dressed in conductor hats that they had made, the
- [Farnborough Hill Girl Wins National History Prize](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/06/farnborough-hill-girl-wins-national-history-prize/) - A promising literary career could beckon for Farnborough Hill student Imogen Usherwood following her win in the 15-18 age group of the nationally renowned Chalke Valley History Prize. This is an especially impressive achievement given that Imogen is only 15! The Chalke Valley History Prize is a historical fiction writing competition which is sponsored by
- [Lord Alton inspires at New Hall](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/07/lord-alton-inspires-at-new-hall/) - The annual Prize Giving ceremonies at New Hall School are always a cause for celebration. Last week’s events were no exception, as parents, friends and staff joined students collecting special awards from the independent Catholic school. Joining the Years 10 to 13 students, on Thursday 25 June, was Guest of Honour, The Rt Hon Prof
- [CISC Schools' Joy on A level Results Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/08/cisc-schools-joy-on-a-level-results-day/) - There was much joy across CISC schools as A level results were received. Early comments on results are: David Neville, Headmaster of St John’s College Cardiff, warmly congratulated his 46 A level students and their teachers on achieving 35.1% A* grades and 96.3% A* - B – “another magnificent achievement”. For the fifth successive year,
- [GCSE Delight](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/08/gcse-delight/) - GCSE Results Day was a very happy one across CISC schools, a tribute to the dedication of the students and their teachers. Early comments on the results are: Another set of outstanding science results confirms that Mayfield is the best place to be if you are interested in science, with almost 90% of Chemistry, Biology
- [Farnborough Hill Girl Awarded $40K Ernst & Young Scholarship](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/09/farnborough-hill-girl-awarded-40k-ernst-young-scholarship/) - Amy Wetherall, who has just left the Sixth Form at Farnborough Hill, has been awarded a prestigious scholarship worth approximately £40,000 by top accountancy firm Ernst & Young (EY). EY’s Assurance Scholarship programme gives students the opportunity to study for a degree while receiving financial support and work experience. The company offers scholarships to students
- ["What is a Catholic School? " Robert Meakin (Partner of Stone King)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/09/what-is-a-catholic-school-robert-meakin-partner-of-stone-king/) - What is a Catholic School? by Robert Meakin (Partner of Stone King) published in The Charity Law & Practice Review Vol 14. Download: PDF
- [Marist Girl Wins National Writing Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/09/marist-girl-wins-national-writing-competition/) - Marist pupil Grace Hilgemann aged 10 was presented with her prize of an iPad Mini for winning first place in a national writing competition run by ‘First News’, an award winning weekly newspaper for children aged 7-17 (weekly readership of over 2 million readers). The competition asked entrants to write a piece answering the question,
- [Mayfield Event riders youngest ever to represent the South East](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/09/mayfield-event-riders-youngest-ever-to-represent-the-south-east/) - Mayfield riders will make up 50% of the team representing the South East of England at BE100 level at the Junior Regional Championships which will take place at Weston Park, Shropshire on 8-11 October. Team places are hotly contested with riders having to come first or second at one of only three regional qualifiers per
- [Thornton College hosts Year 6 Celebration Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/09/thornton-college-hosts-year-6-celebration-day/) - On Tuesday 22nd September, Thornton College played host to Year 6 pupils from Milton Keynes Catholic Liaison Primary Schools. Boys and girls from St Mary Magdalene, Bishop Parker, St Monica’s and St Bernadette’s joined Thornton’s Year 6s for a day-long celebration to mark their final year as Juniors. Thornton College Acting Deputy Head Juniors Mrs
- [Ten Ten Theatre excites Cranmore pupils](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/ten-ten-theatre-excites-cranmore-pupils/) - Ten Ten Theatre is an award-winning theatre company with a Christian ethos working in schools throughout the UK. Its plays are values-based and rooted in the dignity of the person. They aim to support pupils in having healthy friendships and a deepening relationship with God. As Cranmore pupil, James, commented after his year group's workshop,
- [GB Hockey Star and Old Girl Alex Danson Opens New Farnborough Hill Astro Pitch](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/gb-hockey-star-and-old-girl-alex-danson-opens-new-farnborough-hill-astro-pitch/) - Given Alex Danson's status as a world class hockey player, it was an obvious decision to name the pitch after her. She was still at school in 2001 when she made her international debut in the GB women’s hockey squad and was runner up for the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year. Since leaving
- [Lucy Receives Royal Invitation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/lucy-receives-royal-invitation/) - A Year 5 pupil at Barrow Hills School has been invited to join the prestigious Royal Ballet School.9 year old Lucy Isherwood has been accepted into the Royal Ballet School Junior Associate Programme, joining fellow Barrow Hills ballerina Molly Charlton who started in September 2014. Both girls have been trained at Barrow Hills, where there
- [New Hall School celebrates its rich history on Foundation Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/new-hall-school-celebrates-its-rich-history-on-foundation-day/) - On Thursday 8 October, New Hall School celebrated the foundation of the Religious Community and its school. The day started with a celebratory Mass led by School Chaplain, Father Anthony OFM and was attended by students, staff and Sister Teresa Lenahan CRSS, Prioress of the Religious Community. Head Girl, Lucy Cracknell, and Deputy Head Girl,
- [Mayfield Sixth Form student plays first national hockey match with her PE teacher!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/mayfield-sixth-form-student-plays-first-national-hockey-match-with-her-pe-teacher/) - Alice O'Connell in Year 12, at Mayfield School, took her hockey expertise to the next level last weekend playing in her first national league match for Sevenoaks Ladies alongside her PE teacher. Prior to her call up for Sevenoaks Hockey Club, Alice had played for county and regional hockey teams and last season made the
- [The Marist Scoops Five Good Schools Guide Awards](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/10/the-marist-scoops-five-good-schools-guide-awards/) - The Marist Senior School has received five Good Schools Guide Awards, acknowledging the high standards and achievement sustained across subject departments. We received three Gold Awards and two Excellence Awards. Gold is awarded to the top performing English Independent School and Excellence is awarded to the school that was runner up. The Good Schools Guide
- [Junior School pupils donate for Operation Christmas Child](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/11/junior-school-pupils-donate-for-operation-christmas-child/) - Over the past few weeks, pupils at St George’s Junior School, Weybridge have been taking part in the Shoebox Appeal for Operation Christmas Child. The boys and girls have been busily filling shoeboxes with a variety of new gifts that will bring delight to a child in an underprivileged part of the world. Today (Monday
- [Budding Writers at Barrow Hills Treated to Author Visit](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/11/budding-writers-at-barrow-hills-treated-to-author-visit/) - Budding writers at Barrow Hills School were in for a treat when author Kendra Smith visited the School to deliver a number of workshops with children in Years 6 to 8. Ms Smith, whose popular novel ‘Jacaranda Wife’ reached the Number One spot on Australia’s ‘best selling Kindle eBooks’ chart, has an established track record
- [Sarah MacDonald judges ‘Musicians of the Year’ at St Mary’s School, Cambridge](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/11/sarah-macdonald-judges-musicians-of-the-year-at-st-marys-school-cambridge/) - St Mary’s School, Cambridge was honoured to receive a visit from Sarah MacDonald, the first female to hold a Director of Music post in any Oxbridge chapel (Selwyn College, Cambridge) last week. Sarah came into school to judge the school’s two annual music competitions: Young Pianist of the Year and Young Musician of the Year.
- [Thornton College to Open a Sixth Form in 2016](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/11/thornton-college-to-open-a-sixth-form-in-2016/) - Thornton College has seen record numbers of new admissions in the past few years and is now opening a Sixth Form! The announcement follows a rigorous feasibility study which included an extensive research study among current and prospective parents. It also included the development of an exciting new programme incorporating ‘A’ levels and vocational qualifications,
- [Leweston Pupil Awarded Top Cambridge University Chemistry Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/11/leweston-pupil-awarded-top-cambridge-university-chemistry-award/) - Leweston Sixth Former and Academic Scholar, Katarzyna Zator, has won the highest award for excellence, the Roentgenium Award, at the prestigious and highly competitive Cambridge University Chemistry Challenge Competition. This remarkable achievement placed Katarzyna in the top 0.7% of over 8,000 entrants nationwide and qualified her to attend a 3 day residential Chemistry Camp at
- [St Joseph’s College takes ‘Independent School of the Year’ at the prestigious 2015 TES Independent School Awards](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/st-josephs-college-takes-independent-school-of-the-year-at-the-prestigious-2015-tes-independent-school-awards/) - St Joseph’s College in Reading has won the ‘Independent School of the Year’ award at the prestigious 2015 TES Independent School Awards, as well as winning the key category of ‘Financial/Commercial Initiative of the Year’. St Joseph’s implemented a courageous strategic and financial plan that appeared counter-intuitive in reducing fees and increasing investment. Yet the
- [St George's Junior School pupils experience Victorian school life](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/st-georges-junior-school-pupils-experience-victorian-school-life/) - On Thursday 26 November, pupils of Year 5 at St George’s Junior School, Weybridge took part in a Victorian School Day as part of their history studies. The girls and boys dressed up as pupils from a Victorian elementary school and experienced typical lessons of the era. Their classroom was transformed into one of the
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2015](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2015/) - Winner of the CISC Christmas Card Competition 2015 as well as Special Merit and Merit Awards. Winner Special Merit Merit
- [Royal Visit to the Laurels School in Clapham Park](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/royal-visit-to-the-laurels-school-in-clapham-park/) - Lady Nicholas Windsor visited The Laurels School in Clapham Park on Friday 20 November 2015 where she spent the morning meeting with pupils and staff and touring the school. Lord and Lady Nicholas Windsor are patrons of PACT Educational Trust, which runs four schools in south London including The Laurels. Pupils greeted Lady Nicholas Windsor
- [Leweston Pupils Excel at National Biathlon Championships](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/leweston-pupils-excel-at-national-biathlon-championships/) - Leweston pupils excelled, once again, at the national biathlon at Solihull with some excellent results and lots of personal bests. The weather conditions for the run were terrible with gusting strong winds and rain showers throughout both days. The girls represented the school in the individual events and as part of the Dorset Pentathletes in
- [Mayfield’s Recycled Christmas Tree Lights Up Festival](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/mayfields-recycled-christmas-tree-lights-up-festival/) - Girls from Year 7 and 8 were delighted to take part in the Mayfield Christmas Tree Festival at St Dunstan’s Church, choosing ‘recycling’ as the theme for their tree. They were inspired by the Climate Change Conference which was taking place in France at the same time, as well as the school club MESSY, which
- [Two Oratory boys and a Mayfield girl top results nationally in 2015 Cambridge Pre-U](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/two-oratory-boys-and-a-mayfield-girl-top-results-nationally-in-2015-cambridge-pre-u/) - Sam Yaxley and Oliver Davies, both students from The Oratory School, and Kate Saldanha of Mayfield School received awards for gaining top results nationally in 2015 Cambridge Pre-U exam series. They received awards from Cambridge International Examinations to acknowledge their outstanding performances in Graphic Communication and Art & Design, achieving the highest marks nationally for
- [David Neville is made a Papal Knight by Pope Francis](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2015/12/david-neville-is-made-a-papal-knight-by-pope-francis/) - Tributes were paid to Dr David Neville, Headmaster of St John's College, Cardiff, by Archbishop George Stack and Canon Peter Collins on Dr Neville being created a Papal Knight. In 1987 David was appointed Head to regenerate the closed De La Salle school (age 3-11) and to create St John’s College from a pupil base
- [Cardinal Vincent Nichols address to CATSC Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/01/cardinal-vincent-nichols-address-to-catsc-conference/) - CATSC/CES Secondary Leaders' Conference, 28th January 2016, Marble Arch. In recent months I have met and talked with two people directly involved in the drama of the recruitment by ISIS of young people in this country. From their different perspectives, one in the context of a charity and the other in formal work on behalf of the
- [Resounding Success for Thornton College’s First STEM Event](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/resounding-success-for-thornton-colleges-first-stem-event/) - Wednesday 27th January saw more than 200 students and parents receive invaluable advice and inspiration from some of the world’s leading companies about careers in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics sectors at Thornton College’s inaugural STEM evening. The event was attended by 15 world-renowned companies, among them Unilever, Nissan, Network Rail, GlaxoSmithKline, Siemens, Aon
- [Mayfield pupil shortlisted from 20,000 entries for the 2016 Saatchi Gallery / Deutsche Bank Art Prize](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/mayfield-pupil-shortlisted-from-20000-entries-for-the-2016-saatchi-gallery-deutsche-bank-art-prize/) - Abbie La Rooy has been shortlisted from over 20,000 works of art for the 2016 Saatchi Gallery/Deutsche Bank Art Prize for Schools. Mayfield Class of 2015 Abbie’s raku-fired clay work, the ‘Cornish Landscape’, will be amongst only 20 shortlisted pieces to be exhibited between 3rd – 9th March at the Saatchi Gallery, London. The winner and
- [St Mary’s School, Cambridge, acquires new home for all of its boarders](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/st-marys-school-cambridge-acquires-new-home-for-all-of-its-boarders/) - Charlotte Avery, Headmistress, said: “Our boarding students thrive in our supportive environment and we are committed to offering a safe and happy home for them. It is gratifying that we were able to acquire this beautiful building from a like-minded charity based on a mission to care; previously, for the elderly and now for young
- [The Marist School Trials New App on World Internet Safety Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/the-marist-school-trials-new-app-on-world-internet-safety-day/) - The Marist school is one of the first schools in the country to pilot a new innovative app aimed at keeping social media safe for children. ChatFOSS (Chat Friends Only Stay Safe) is the brainchild of Alicia Coad, a mother of three who came up with the idea after her young son complained of “strangers”
- [Former Mayfield Girl Making Her Mark in the World!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/former-mayfield-girl-making-her-mark-in-the-world/) - Former Mayfield pupil, Tara Button, is making an important contribution with her “BuyMeOnce” concept – a new website which celebrates things that are built to last and challenges our ‘throwaway’ society! The thinking behind Tara’s ingenious idea was if we only had to buy things once we could reduce all the hideous waste in landfills
- [Undiscovered Tolkien Poems Found at Our Lady's Abingdon](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/02/undiscovered-tolkien-poems-found-at-our-ladys-abingdon/) - Works by ‘Lord of the Rings’ author found at Our Lady’s Abingdon, eighty years after they were published in school magazine. Two previously undiscovered poems by the Oxford professor and author of ‘The Lord of the Rings’, J.R.R. Tolkien, have been found at Our Lady’s, Abingdon. Stephen Oliver, the Principal, found the poems when looking
- [Former Cranmore Pupil Sets New Solo Rowing Record](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/03/former-cranmore-pupil-sets-new-solo-rowing-record/) - Youngest solo trans-oceanic rower (20) has been confirmed by the Ocean Rowing Society, the official adjudicator of ocean rowing records for Guinness World Records. After a tough 58 days at sea, battling the elements on his own as he rowed 3,000 nautical miles, former pupil Callum Gathercole has become the youngest person to row across an ocean
- [Pupils and Staff Enter into the Spirit of World Book Week](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/03/pupils-and-staff-enter-into-the-spirit-of-world-book-week/) - Last week proved to be a very entertaining week at Prior Park Prep School as pupils and staff celebrated World Book Week with a variety of activities across the year groups. Pre-Prep pupils arrived at school clutching piles of books they had outgrown for their special ‘Book Swap’ on Thursday and Prep pupils attended the
- [Prior Park Prep School's Celebration of Holi Reported in India and the USA](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/04/prior-park-prep-schools-celebration-of-holi-reported-in-india-and-the-usa/) - As the Lent term drew to a close at Prior Park Prep School, the focus was on the importance of Holy Week in Catholic/Christian lives with children learning about Palm Sunday, Ash Wednesday and Maundy Thursday in the run up to Easter. This year, however, the last day of term also coincided with the Hindu
- [St Vincent's School Awarded Freedom of the City of Liverpool](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/04/st-vincents-school-awarded-freedom-of-the-city-of-liverpool/) - St Vincent's School, one of ten CISC Special Schools, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of Liverpool. Principal, Dr John Patterson, is thrilled at this wonderful honour. "This is a recognition our founders, the Daughters of Charity as well as the staff, and pupils, past present and future can be proud of. As
- [The Oratory School Appoints New Headmaster from September 2016](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/04/the-oratory-school-appoints-new-headmaster-from-september-2016/) - The Governors of the Oratory Schools Association have announced the appointment of Joe Smith as Headmaster of The Oratory School with effect from September 2016. Joe Smith was invited to be Headmaster as a result of his outstanding leadership of the Oratory Preparatory School (OPS) since 2010. He was educated at the University of Liverpool,
- [CISC Conference for Potential Heads of Catholic schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/04/cisc-conference-for-potential-heads-of-catholic-schools/) - When your Head emails you to flag up a conference about potential headship, you do a double take! Then you read it more carefully, feel quite flattered and think, why not! My lovely colleague Emily, Head of RE, and I were delighted to see that the stunning venue for the two day residential conference was
- [Cardinal Cormac Murphy – O’Connor Blesses and Opens ‘The Ark’](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/04/cardinal-cormac-murphy-oconnor-blesses-and-opens-the-ark-at-st-georges-junior-school-weybridge/) - CARDINAL Cormac Murphy – O’Connor, retired Archbishop of Westminster and leader of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales, blessed and formally opened new building at St George’s Junior School - ‘The Ark’ - in Weybridge on 22 April 2016, the day before the Feast Day of St George. Imaginatively built and brightly decorated
- [St Aloysius College Appoints New Head Master](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/05/st-aloysius-college-appoints-new-head-master/) - Matthew Bartlett, currently Headteacher of Dover Grammar School for Girls, will take up the post of Head Master of St Aloysius’ College in October 2016. He expressed his delight at taking up the role at the College, which he described as having ‘a treasured place in Jesuit, Catholic and Glaswegian education’. “The sense of community
- [Mayfield’s Very Own Leading Lady Debuts in New West End Ballet!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/05/mayfields-very-own-leading-lady-debuts-in-new-west-end-ballet/) - Rehearsals for The London’s Children’s Ballet production took four and a half months and played for four nights, receiving rave reviews. As this was a brand new ballet, the music was specially composed by Richard Noris and the choreography was devised by Jenna Lee. The premiere Night, 21st April, was the HRH Queen Elizabeth II’s
- [New Head for Our Lady’s Convent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/05/new-head-for-our-ladys-convent-school/) - Our Lady’s Convent School (OLCS) in Loughborough is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Julian Murphy as its new Headmaster. He will succeed retiring Headteacher, Mrs Patricia Hawley and will take up his position in September. Julian is an Honours graduate in Philosophy and Politics from Southampton University with an MSc in Government and
- [Bishop Richard Visits St George’s College, Weybridge to Mark the Retirement of Head](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/06/bishop-richard-visits-st-georges-college-weybridge-to-mark-the-retirement-of-headmaster-joe-peake/) - BISHOP Richard Moth, Bishop of Arundel & Brighton, made a special visit to St George’s College, Weybridge today (29 June 2016) to celebrate Mass and say a fond and formal farewell to retiring Headmaster Joe Peake. With the whole school in attendance in the College Chapel on this important Feast Day of St Peter and
- [18 Year Old Marist Girl, Katy Hurt, is Number 1 on iTunes](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/06/18-year-old-marist-girl-katy-hurt-is-number-1-on-itunes/) - Katy Hurt left the Marist in 2013 and has since been incredibly busy pursuing her music career. Aged 18 she has already released a number of singles, including her latest “Love You More” which has already been at number 1 on iTunes for three days. Marist Principal Karl McCloskey has said: “We are immensely proud
- [Early Years Curriculum - Much More Than Play!](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/08/early-years-curriculum-much-more-than-play/) - When parents first send their child to school or nursery, it is probably fair to say that the majority consider those early years to be primarily focused on socialising the child, establishing routines, some basic learning and plenty of play! However, the reality is that these first steps into the education system are actually formally
- [Great Joy across CISC Schools on A-level Results Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/08/great-joy-across-cisc-schools-on-a-level-results-day/) - There was much joy as students across CISC schools received their A level results. Below are some of the early returns. Were he still with us, David Neville, who died in post last term, would have been warmly congratulating his students at St John’s College, Cardiff, after another year of superb A-level results - over
- [Double Summer Celebration for Year 12 Mayfield Girl](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/09/double-summer-celebration-for-year-12-mayfield-girl/) - This summer has been a double celebration for Year 12 Mayfield pupil Regina Lai. Not only did she secure four A’s in her AS exams she was also awarded second prize in the Law Essay Competition run by Newham College, Cambridge. Regina, who took exams this summer in Maths, Chemistry, Physics and Religious Studies, wrote
- [CISC RESPONSE TO THE PRIME MINISTER'S SPEECH ON 9 SEPTEMBER 2016](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/09/cisc-response-to-the-prime-ministers-speech-on-9-september-2016/) - We welcome the Prime Minister's recognition of the contribution of Catholic schools to our society and the proposal to allow the creation of more Catholic schools. The Prime Minister acknowledges the growing demand for Catholic schools and we support any plan to expand the Catholic sector as a major contribution to diversity of choice for
- [St Pius X – The Smartest School in Britain](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/09/st-pius-x-the-smartest-school-in-britain/) - A super, smart team of fast thinking pupils from St Pius X Catholic Preparatory School in Preston have been crowned the smartest school in Britain, when they won the new CBBC quiz show – “Top Class”. This exciting new CBBC programme has been aired throughout September and is a fast-paced, competitive knock-out series, which pits
- [Prior Park College Hosts Laudato Si' Day for South Clifton Catholic Hub](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/10/prior-park-college-hosts-laudato-si-day-for-south-clifton-catholic-hub/) - On Tuesday 4 October 2016, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi, Prior Park College in Bath welcomed over 120 children from six local Catholic schools as part of the South Clifton Catholic Hub (SCCH) reflection on Pope Francis’ encyclical Laudato Si’.All schools in the hub are committed to continuing the work begun during this
- [Little Stories and Big Pictures from St. Vincent's, Liverpool](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/10/little-stories-and-big-pictures-from-st-vincents-liverpool/) - Little Stories and ‘Big Pictures’ from St. Vincent's School for Sensory Impairment, Liverpool. Writing on the focus of the eleven plus, A.S. Neil reflected that if we were to have an exam, ‘let us make it one for humour, sincerity, imagination, character’ but ‘where is the examiner who could test such qualities?’ In a similar way
- [CISC Directors of Music Study Day at The Oratory](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/10/cisc-directors-of-music-study-day-at-the-oratory/) - Directors of Music Study Day at The Oratory. On Wednesday 12th October my colleague, Hilary Cox and I had the very enjoyable experience of attending a CISC study day for Directors of Music and those with a leading role providing music in Catholic Independent schools. The study day was hosted by Stephen Burrows at The Oratory
- [Rest in Peace Lucy Pygott, Former Pupil of Farnborough Hill](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/11/rest-in-peace-lucy-pygott-former-pupil-of-farnborough-hill/) - 'I am the resurrection and the life, says the Lord, whoever believes in me will never die.' (John 11:25-26) We ask you to walk alongside us in prayer as we grieve a lovely and talented Old Girl and friend, Lucy Pygott, who tragically died on Tuesday 8 November 2016. We pray for Lucy’s parents, family
- [St. Mary's School Cambridge Announces Partnership with Homerton College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/11/st-marys-school-cambridge-announces-partnership-with-homerton-college/) - The University of Cambridge’s Homerton College, the newest and biggest of the university’s colleges, and St Mary’s School, Cambridge, the only all-girls all-through school in Cambridgeshire, are planning a partnership which will see substantial regeneration of the school’s sports ground, located on Long Road. Unlimited access to these enhanced facilities will enable students from both
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2016 Results](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/12/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2016-results/) - Many thanks to all the pupils who put in such a lot of work for their entries to the annual Christmas Card competition. The theme this year was Refugees and Migrants. This challenging theme led to some exceptionally thoughtful and powerful work. We had over 50 entries and the standard as always was very high.
- [CISC Response to Green Paper Consultation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2016/12/cisc-response-to-green-paper-consultation/) - CISC Response to Schools that Work for Everyone (Government Consultation). The Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference is a registered charity which represents 135 Catholic independent schools in the UK and beyond who are subscribed members. In England and Wales there are 129 Catholic independent schools in CISC, educating 40,504 pupils [1] at no cost to the
- [A Reflection for The Epiphany](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/01/a-reflection-for-the-epiphany/) - Modern Day Migrants and Magi. Before Christmas I attended a screening of Sea Sorrow in Cambridge, a film directed by Oscar-winning actress Vanessa Redgrave, which highlights refugees’ experiences in Europe. In the film, Vanessa shares stories from refugees who have managed to make a life in European countries – from pre-World War II through to this
- [Prior Park Prep to Cease Boarding](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/01/prior-park-prep-to-cease-boarding/) - Prior Park Prep School Announces Fee Reduction and Boarding Relocation. In a response to nationally rising school fees, Prior Park Prep School in Cricklade has taken the bold decision to reduce its fees. From September 2017 these will be reduced by as much as 15% compared to existing fees. To reinforce its strong educational focus, an
- [Milie's American Adventure](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/02/milies-american-adventure/) - Our Lady’s Convent School in Loughborough was delighted to welcome back past pupil Millie Elliott as she led an assembly about her gap year in an independent school in America. Millie, who is now in her first year at St Andrew’s University, won an English Speaking Union Scholarship worth £35,000 to attend Western Reserve Academy
- [Bishop Hudson Visits St. Mary's Hampstead](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/02/bishop-hudson-visits-st-marys-hampstead/) - We were honoured and privileged to welcome Bishop Nicholas Hudson to St Mary’s School Hampstead on Tuesday 24th January. Bishop Nicholas was ordained Auxiliary Bishop for the Diocese of Westminster in June 2014 and has responsibility for the pastoral care of Central and East London. The Bishop was particularly impressed that his tour of the School
- [Study Day for Chaplains - 4 May 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/study-day-for-chaplains-4-may-2017/) - CISC Study Day for Chaplains Thursday 04 May 2017, 10:00am - 04:00pm Hits : 32 by Raymond Friel Day Conference for Chaplains Date: Thu 4 May 2017 Venue: Farnborough Hill School Time: 10.00 am – 4.00 pm Cost: £90.00 (including lunch) Booking form
- [Study Day for Librarians & Academic Staff - 29 Mar 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/study-day-march-2017/) - CISC Study Day for Librarians & Academic Staff Wednesday 29 March 2017, 10:00am - 04:00pm by Raymond Friel Programme Flyer/booking Form
- [Study Day for Teachers of RE - 15 Mar 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/study-day-for-teachers-of-re-15-mar-2017/) - CISC Study Day for Teachers of Religious Education Wednesday 15 March 2017, 10:00am - 04:00pm by Raymond Friel Booking Form for Heads of RS on Study Day 15 March 2017
- [Theos Think Tank Report](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/theos-think-tank-report/) - The most recent report from the Christian think tank Theos, Doing Good: A Future for Christianity in the 21st Century by Nick Spencer, makes for very interesting reading. We have long become accustomed to projections of doom about religion in this country, with statistics of declining church attendance against a backdrop of increasing disinterest and
- [XV Ordinary Assembly of the Synod of Bishops in October 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/xv-ordinary-assembly-of-the-synod-of-bishops-in-october-2018/) - The preparatory document for the XV Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops to take place in Rome in October 2018 has just been published. This synod in particular has a lot of interest for our school leaders. The title is Young People, the Faith and Vocational Discernment. Continuing the recent practice of preparation
- [National Retreat for Catholic Headteachers on 15 and 16 June 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/national-retreat-for-catholic-headteachers-on-15-and-16-june-2017/) - Following the great success of the fifth national retreat with Fr. Nicholas King SJ in June of this year, we will be returning to the stunning Coombe Abbey Hotel in Warwickshire on 15 and 16 June 2017. The retreat leader will be Fr. Michael Brehl, CSsR., the Superior General of the Redemptorist Order. The theme
- [Hidden Treasure:  Inner life and Solidarity](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/hidden-treasure-inner-life-and-solidarity/) - A one-day programme on Saturday 29 April 2017. Open to 16-18 year-olds and their leaders led by the Taizé Community together with the churches of Birmingham. Arrive by 10:45 am, departure 8:30 pm, after evening prayer. For more information and to register, see: www.taize.fr/Birmingham
- [CISC Inaugural Poetry Competition](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/cisc-inaugural-poetry-competition/) - In line with one of our strategic aims to provide more opportunities for students in CISC schools, I’m delighted to announce the inaugural CISC Poetry Competition for students in CISC schools. The theme is “Resurrection” and the deadline for all entries is Friday 5 May. For more information on how to enter students’ work click
- [Save the Date! The Catholic School and Gospel Values 18 May at St. George’s Weybridge](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/save-the-date-the-catholic-school-and-gospel-values-18-may-at-st-georges-weybridge/) - To mark the fortieth anniversary of the publication of The Catholic School by the Sacred Congregation of Catholic Education, we are delighted to announce a day conference kindly hosted by St. George’s Weybridge on Thursday 18 May. The conference is for all heads, governors and senior staff in our schools. This will be an opportunity
- [Kingston Smith Educational Conference on 14 March](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/kingston-smith-educational-conference-on-14-march/) - Please note that the annual Kingston Smith educational conference will take place on Tuesday 14 March at The Saddlers’ Hall, 40 Gutter Lane, London EC2V 6BR. The conference, which is free to CISC members, will consider the challenges ahead in 2017 for education, including the possible impact of Brexit. For more information, please click here.
- [Study Days in 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/study-days-in-2017/) - Please bring the following study days to the attention of your colleagues: Weds 15 March – Heads of RS at our Lady’s Abingdon, Oxfordshire. The day will include a stimulating presentation on British values though the lens of Catholic Social Teaching, an imaginative input on teaching RE to classes where most pupils are not Catholic
- [Meeting with Peter Swift](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/meeting-with-peter-swift/) - Head of Independent Education and School Safeguarding Division at the Department for Education. On 2 February, I had an open and constructive meeting with Peter Swift at Sanctuary Buildings in London. We had a wide-ranging conversation, but focused especially on the Government’s consultation document, Schools that Work for Everyone. While the Government has yet to
- [Annual Subscriptions for 2017/18](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/annual-subscriptions-for-201718/) - This month I will be contacting all CISC schools to ask them to make arrangements for the payment of the annual membership subscription. As I mentioned at the AGM, the committee has decided to freeze subscriptions charges for 2017/18 with a view to recommending a reasonable increase for 2018/19 when the fruits of the strategic
- [New Headteacher for Oratory Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/new-headteacher-for-oratory-prep-school/) - A warm welcome to Rob Stewart, who took up his post as Headmaster of the Oratory Prep School in January. Rob has joined the Oratory Prep from Eton College. Rob was able to join us at the annual conference at The Oxford Belfry and many of us were able to welcome him personally to the CISC
- [Committee Updates](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/committee-updates/) - We are delighted to welcome Dr. Richard Robson to the CISC committee. Richard is the Headmaster of St. Bede’s College in Manchester and brings considerable talent to the team, especially in the field of marketing which was the subject of his doctoral research. However, we are still two short of a full committee complement. If any
- [27th CISC Annual Conference Report](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/03/27th-cisc-annual-conference-report/) - The Oxford Belfry, 19-20 January 2017 Delegates arrived at The Oxford Belfry Hotel from all over the United Kingdom, and beyond, for the 27th annual conference of the Catholic Independent Schools’ Conference on the morning of Thursday 19 January. Our conference chaplain, Fr. Kenneth Macnab from the Oratory Schools Association, opened our conference with prayer.
- [Gospel Values and the Catholic School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/gospel-values-and-the-catholic-school/) - by Raymond Friel After the last serious outbreak of urban rioting in this country, back in 2011, the then prime minister David Cameron responded with a speech which identified a “slow-motion moral collapse” as the cause of the unrest. There followed much soul-searching as we tried to identify what we stood for as a nation and what
- [Oliver House School raises money for Guatemala school project](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/oliver-house-school-raises-money-for-guatemala-school-project/) - Pupils at Oliver House School present cheque for £3138.11. to Ruth Clark representative of the Wonder Foundation, which will enable more than 50 Guatemalan children to go to school for a year This year, the children at Oliver House School have been involved in various fundraising events during the Lenten period to raise a record amount
- [Nicky Morgan DisCERNing the Future of Physics](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/nicky-morgan-discerning-the-future-of-physics/) - Students from Our Lady’s Convent School’s Year 11 and Lower Sixth yesterday welcomed the Rt Hon Nicky Morgan, Conservative candidate for the Loughborough constituency, in to School as they discussed their recent visit to Geneva, the home of the discovery of the Higgs Boson. Ms Morgan joined the students as they reviewed their educational visit
- [Boarders Rush to Raise £24,000 for Cancer Charity](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/boarders-rush-to-raise-24000-for-cancer-charity/) - A group of boarders at New Hall School, Chelmsford, completed the ‘Nuclear Rush’ race in Brentwood at the weekend in order to raise money for a worthy cause close to their hearts, Bowel Cancer UK. The Sixth Form girls, Jemima Lynn, Constance Day, Phoebe Wickham, Coco Kok and Tara Durkan, as well as their Housemistress
- [CISC Inaugural Poetry Competition Winners](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/cisc-inaugural-poetry-competition-winners/) - Over 150 individual entries were received from pupils in CISC schools for the inaugural poetry competition. The impact in many schools was considerable. One teacher commented, “Our pupils have loved this challenge and have displayed a pleasingly Christian and informed world view. We look forward to doing this again.” The quality of entries was very
- [Princethorpe College’s Head Girl Wins National Public Speaking Award](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/09/princethorpe-colleges-head-girl-wins-national-public-speaking-award/) - Princethorpe College is delighted and proud that its Head Girl and Upper Sixth Form student, Miriam Isaacs, has won the national finals of the Catenian Public Speaking Competition for Young People from Catholic schools. The competition took place last weekend, Sunday 10 September, at the Manchester Conference Centre, and Miriam was one of 16 regional
- [Leadership as Right Relationship](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/09/leadership-as-right-relationship/) - by Charlotte Avery, Headmistress, St. Mary’s School, Cambridge Leadership is all about relationship and good leadership is all about being in right relationship. Care and oversight of the individuals within any institution constitutes wise judgement because human beings are our most precious resource both from an economic perspective but more importantly from a moral imperative. The
- [CISC Schools Celebrate Outstanding A Level Results](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/08/cisc-schools-celebrate-outstanding-a-level-results/) - Students at CISC schools are celebrating another outstanding year for A-Level results, with many students earning places at the top universities. Students at The Marist School in Ascot celebrated some outstanding A Level results with nearly half of all grades being A* to A. Every student who took the Extended Project Qualification achieved A* to
- [CISC Schools Celebrate GCSE Results in a Year of Change](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/08/cisc-schools-celebrate-gcse-results-in-a-year-of-change/) - CISC schools have taken the changes to the GCSE exam system in their stride and have produced an outstanding set of results under the old and new grading systems. The exam results, coupled with a spiritual and moral formation, confirm that Catholic independent schools offer exceptional value not only to individual pupils but to the
- [Leadership Briefing with Headline Sponsors Kingston Smith and Stone King, 21 September 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/leadership-briefing-with-headline-sponsors-kingston-smith-and-stone-king-21-september-2017/) - I am pleased to announce a new event for the calendar, a leadership briefing aimed primarily at bursars, with heads and governors very welcome, led by our headline sponsors Kingston Smith and Stone King. The briefing will take place on Thursday 21 September at the London offices of Kingston Smith in Devonshire House, Goswell Road,
- [CISC Junior and Prep Athletics Championships, 25 June 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/cisc-junior-and-prep-athletics-championships-25-june-2017/) - On Sunday 25 June, thirteen of our schools took part in the CISC Junior and Prep School Athletics Championships, hosted by St. Columba’s College in St. Alban’s. A big thanks to David Buxton, Headmaster, for the warm welcome to our schools and in particular to Ed Lowe, Director of Sport at St. Alban’s, who organised
- [CISC Day Conference for Heads and Governors, 18 May 2017](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/cisc-day-conference-for-heads-and-governors-18-may-2017/) - On Thursday 18 May, a gathering of heads, governors and senior staff were warmly welcomed to St. George’s College in Weybridge by Mrs Rachel Jones, the Headmistress. Morning prayer was led by Fr. Martin Ashcroft, a member of the Josephite community at St.George’s and a founding member of CISC. In the first session, I provided
- [Farnborough Hill Students Win National Rotary Public Speaking](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/farnborough-hill-students-win-national-rotary-public-speaking/) - Pride was the prevailing emotion at Farnborough Hill on Monday as three students were announced winners of the National Final in the 2017 Rotary Youth Speaks competition. This high-profile contest endeavours to encourage effective communication skills in young people and sees teams from hundreds of schools enter each year at intermediate and senior levels. Farnborough
- [National Recognition for Jessica](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/national-recognition-for-jessica/) - Jessica Moody, a Year 12 student at Our Lady’s Convent School, is a name to watch for the future. She has recently added to her growing record of artistic accolades by scooping first place in a national art competition. In 2015 Jessica drew one of the shortlisted designs for the new 12 sided pound coin
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- [On Servant Leadership](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/07/on-servant-leadership/) - by Dr James Whitehead, Headmaster, Downside School One of the very first acts of Pope Francis’ papacy was to explain his vision of leadership. In his Installation Service homily, the Pope explained his view that “authentic power is service”. In a western world where the idea of serving others may seem demeaning to an individual
- [Mourant Ozannes and Beaulieu Convent School supports Jersey's First Learning & Innovation Centre for IT skills](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/06/mourant-ozannes-and-beaulieu-convent-school-supports-jerseys-first-learning-innovation-centre-for-it-skills/) - Law firm Mourant Ozannes and Beaulieu Convent School are collaborating to launch Jersey's first ever gigabit Learning & Innovation Centre, bringing the latest technology skills training to local communities free of charge later this year. The innovative project is being co-funded by Beaulieu, and is being spearheaded by Assistant Head for Curriculum and Technology at
- [Smile, Camera, Action at The Towers Convent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/06/smile-camera-action-at-the-towers-convent-school/) - Talented Year 10 photography students thoroughly enjoyed taking ‘light painting’ photographs. They have been studying this concept and have been learning about the camera settings needed to take photographs on long exposures. They used various different light sources such as glow sticks, torches, light up balloons, mini glitter balls and light up bouncy balls. The
- [Cranmore School hosts popular BBC Radio 4 programme Any Questions?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/2017/05/cranmore-school-hosts-popular-bbc-radio-4-programme-any-questions/) - In the run up to the General Election, we were delighted to welcome the BBC Radio 4's Any Questions? team to Cranmore School. The audience had their chance to ask a question and influence the debate with the panel of John McDonnell, David Gauke, Rachel Johnson and Tommy Sheppard. David Dimbleby chaired the evening with an exciting discussion including

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- [St Mary's School Hampstead](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london-area/hampstead-1/girls-only/st-marys-school-hampstead-3/) - St Mary's School Hampstead provides an outstanding and inspirational Catholic education to girls from 2-11 years. The School aims to instil four key habits of learning in their pupils. The children are encouraged to be risk takers, not only in their play, but also in their learning. They are also taught to be resilient and
- [St Teresa's, Effingham](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/effingham-hill/girls-only/st-teresas-effingham/) - St Teresa's Effingham is an independent Roman Catholic day and boarding school. It has a school population of 668 girls including 56 boarders, and a healthy Sixth Form. St Teresa’s is sited in a privileged position just outside the affluent and delightful village of Effingham in leafy Surrey. St Teresa’s occupies a beautifully secluded campus of approximately 55 acres,
- [New Hall School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/chelmsford/co-educational/new-hall-school/) - New Hall is a Catholic independent boarding & day school for girls and boys aged 1-19. New Hall School operates the highly successful ‘diamond model’, where students are educated in co-educational classes from ages 1 to 11 and at Sixth Form, while from ages 11 to 16, they are taught in single-sex lessons. From the moment New Hall students first travel up the mile-long,
- [Woldingham School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/woldingham-1/girls-only/woldingham-school-2/) - A leading day and boarding school for girls aged 11-18 set in extensive grounds in the beautiful Surrey Hills, Woldingham develops courageous, confident and compassionate young women through our empowered learning approach and values-driven ethos. Our rural location is easy to get to. With Woldingham station adjoining the school grounds, London is just 30 minutes
- [Downside School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/somerset/stratton-on-the-fosse/co-educational/downside-school/) - Downside is a co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. Almost all the pupils at Downside are full boarders, although day pupils are also warmly welcomed. The opportunities open to boys and girls at Downside - academic, sporting, in music, drama
- [Donhead Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/wimbledon/boys-only/donhead-prep-school/) - Donhead is a co-educational independent school welcoming 3-11 year old pupils providing a well-balanced academic education in a caring environment. We have a strong sporting and musical tradition and focused on developing curiosity, creativity and compassion in our young people. Excellent preparation is given for entry to a wide range of senior schools at 11+
- [Cranmore School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/west-horsley-leatherhead/co-educational/cranmore-school/) - Cranmore is one of Surrey’s leading schools, with a long history of achievement, breadth and excellence, all provided within our fabulous 25-acre site in an area of outstanding natural beauty in the heart of Surrey. At Cranmore we care passionately about rounded education. We want children to have a positive school experience in which they
- [Crackley Hall School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/warwickshire/coventry-road-kenilworth/co-educational/crackley-hall-school/) - As a Catholic Independent Junior School, which welcomes pupils of all faiths, we believe traditional values still have a place in a modern educational environment. We take a balanced approach to providing our children with an all-round education that will see them excel not only in English, maths, science, music and drama, but also understand
- [Clongowes Wood College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/ireland/county-kildare/clane/boys-only/clongowes-wood-college/) - Clongowes Wood College is one of Ireland's leading boarding schools, located in the heart of Co. Kildare - just 35 minutes from the centre of Dublin. A Jesuit school founded in 1814, Clongowes is located in beautiful surroundings on a 550 acre campus just twenty-one miles from Dublin and draws its 450 pupils from all
- [Beaulieu Convent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/jersey/st-helier/girls-only/beaulieu-convent-secondary-school/) - Launched by the Sisters of the Immaculate Conception in Jersey, Beaulieu Convent School first opened its doors on 15th January 1951 with 56 students aged 5-11. The School now cares for over 800 girls aged 3-19 on one site and this includes a Pre-School provision. Over the past years Beaulieu has continued to thrive and
- [Ampleforth College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/yorkshire/north-yorkshire/co-educational/ampleforth-college/) - Ampleforth College is a Catholic Benedictine co-educational full-boarding school, situated on the end of the North Yorkshire Moors. The school has nine boarding houses and provides an excellent academic education, outstanding pastoral care and an enriching programme of sporting and cultural events within the context of Benedictine spirituality.
- [Worth School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/west-sussex/turners-hill-crawley/co-educational/worth-school/) - Worth is a leading coeducational Catholic Benedictine school. Known for its high academic standards and distinctive ethos, it is located alongside Worth Abbey and its monastic community in 500 acres of Sussex countryside. Worth School brings together an uplifting spiritual and traditional education with the latest facilities, a contemporary range of extra-curricular activities and outstanding
- [Rydes Hill Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/aldershot-road-guildford/girls-only/rydes-hill-prep-school/) - We aim to fulfil your child's unique potential and to exceed your expectations.Our Catholic school welcomes families from all denominations; we believe that every child benefits from our loving care and Christian values. Recent Outstanding Ofsted & ISI Inspection reports and excellent Key Stage 2 SATs results ensure that we are ranked in the top
- [Fidelis College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/greater-london/london/co-educational/fidelis-college/) - Fidelis College is the result of a merger between the long-established Cedars, Laurels and Oakwood Schools to form the premiere 4-18 co-educational Catholic ethos-led school in South London. Our philosophy of education is based on a ‘character first’ approach; that is, we strive to develop in our students those qualities of greatness that will not
- [St Mary's School Ascot](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/berkshire/south-ascot/girls-only/st-marys-school-ascot/) - St Mary's School Ascot is a Roman Catholic boarding school for around 375 girls aged 11-18. Entry at 11+, 13+ and 16+ is subject to the schools own entry procedure. Facilities are excellent as is our record in public examinations.
- [St George's Junior School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/weybridge/co-educational/st-george_s-junior-school/) - The pursuit of excellence is highly valued and great importance is attached to high personal self-esteem, intellectual, religious, spiritual, social and physical development as shown in the recent Diocesan Section 48 Inspection (May 2018) in which the School achieved ‘Outstanding’. A supervised homework club and waiting class are offered alongside the creative and performing arts,
- [St Joseph's Specialist School and College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/cranleigh/co-educational/st-josephs-specialist-school-and-college/) - St Joseph's Specialist School and College is a co-educational residential and day school catering for children between the ages of 5 to 19 with complex and severe learning difficulties. St Joseph's has excellent provision for learners, within the above categories, who are on the Autistic Spectrum. The school has developed excellent provision for learners with
- [St Joseph's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/berkshire/reading-1/co-educational/st-josephs-college/) - St Joseph’s College Reading is a Catholic independent school for boys and girls aged 3 to 18. With Christ at its heart, all pupils are encouraged to be stewards of creation, love their neighbour and enjoy a personal relationship with the Lord. We encourage students to make the most of their God-given talents, living the
- [Notre Dame Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/norfolk/norwich/co-educational/notre-dame-prep-school-2/) - Notre Dame Prep School is a Catholic coeducational day school which welcomes children from all faiths and cultures.
- [Ratcliffe College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/loughborough/ratcliffe-on-the-wreake/co-educational/ratcliffe-college/) - A co-educational day and boarding school, teaching children aged 3 to 18 with strong Catholic values and ethos. Founded in 1847 by the Rosminian Fathers, Ratcliffe is steeped in history and tradition. Surrounded by 200 acres of beautiful grounds situated in Leicestershire. Ratcliffe is inclusive of all with a real sense of community, offering exceptional
- [Ratcliffe College Prep](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/loughborough/ratcliffe-on-the-wreake/co-educational/ratcliffe-college-prep/) - Whilst it is a Catholic school, Ratcliffe welcomes children from other denominations.
- [St Philomena's Catholic School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/frinton-on-sea/co-educational/st-philomenas-catholic-school/) - St Philomena's enjoys a pleasant coastal location close to the beach. Christian values inspire all aspects of learning and the potential of the whole child is recognised, valued and affirmed. The school enjoys a tangible family atmosphere and the children are renowned for their good behaviour. Academic standards are high and achievements in sport and
- [The Oratory School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/oxfordshire/reading/co-educational/the-oratory-school/) - The Oratory School is an HMC Catholic Independent Coeducational Boarding and Day School for pupils aged 11-18. We are a happy and purposeful community that welcomes pupils from all backgrounds. We are blessed with outstanding facilities on a magnificent country estate and yet we are within easy travelling distance of London. Our vision is that
- [St Vincent's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/merseyside/liverpool/co-educational/st-vincents-school/) - Since 1850 we have had a tradition of excellence in the education and care of children with a visual impairment. We specialise in providing an all-round education maximising academic achievement, personal development, independence and self worth. We cater for pupils from Foundation Stage to Post 16, offering day, extended day and residential placements. We are
- [St Teresa's Effingham Preparatory School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/effingham-dorking/girls-only/st-teresas-effingham-nursery-preparatory-school/) - The Preparatory School it is situated on-site of St Teresa's Senior School under the leadership of its own Head. There are approximately 170 pupils on role with two form entry from Year 3 through to Year 6. Situated in an area of designated outstanding natural beauty, The Preparatory School has superb purpose-built facilities including Forest School activities.
- [Alegra British and International School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/spain/majadahonda/madrid-1/co-educational/alegra-british-and-international-school/) - Alegra School is a private and a catholic school with a unique educational model that combines the British Curriculum and the International Baccalaureate (IB) to offer a personalized, globally oriented education. The school enriches its programs with innovative projects tailored to each stage, including interdisciplinary STEAM initiatives, specialized music programs, community service, and sports. Alegra
- [St Augustine's Priory](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/ealing/girls-only/st-augustine_s-priory/) - St Augustine's Priory are an all-through, inclusive Catholic girls' school in Ealing committed to preparing girls for life long effectiveness and success. Our Nursery and Reception provision is consistently rated Outstanding. Our senior academic results are outstanding. Our Sixth Formers are exceptional young women. As part of their journey girls will learn of intellectual risk
- [Saint Christina's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/st-johns-wood/co-educational/st-christina_s-school/) - Saint Christina’s School is a leading Catholic Independent Day school for girls and boys aged 3 – 11. Saint Christina’s is the school of choice for parents who want strong academic achievement, whilst still recognising the importance of developing the whole person and allowing children to flourish in a caring, nurturing environment. Whilst the Catholic
- [St Aloysius' College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/glasgow/glasgow/co-educational/st-aloysius_-college/) - St Aloysius' College is the only Jesuit, Catholic school in Scotland offering education from KG to S6. We strive to develop the potential of our pupils, although we do so in the context of our very distinctive mission. Our aim is that, on leaving, our pupils will have achieved great things and will have become
- [Laleham Lea School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/purley/co-educational/laleham-lea-school/) - Laleham Lea School is a Catholic Independent Primary School situated in Purley, Surrey and provides education for boys and girls aged 3-11 years. The school aims to provide a broad, balanced and challenging curriculum within a happy and caring learning environment. The majority of our pupils are Catholic but we warmly welcome children of other
- [Farnborough Hill](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hampshire/farnborough/girls-only/farnborough-hill/) - Farnborough Hill, founded in 1889, is a leading Catholic independent day school for around 570 girls aged 11 - 18 years. We welcome girls of all faiths and none, who are happy to support our ethos. Our vision for our girls is simple: to help them become the very best version of themselves. We believe
- [St Mary's School, Cambridge](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/cambridge/girls-only/st-marys-school-cambridge/) - St Mary's School, Cambridge is an independent girls day and boarding school educating students from age 3 to 18. Situated in the heart of the academically and culturally vibrant city of Cambridge, we are a Christian school in the Catholic tradition. We focus on fostering a love of life and learning, while growing the academic
- [Prior Park School Gibraltar](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/gibraltar/old-town/gibraltar-1/co-educational/prior-park-school-gibraltar/) - Prior Park School, Gibraltar is the third school to join the Prior Park Schools family which includes Prior Park College, Bath and The Paragon Junior School, Bath. Prior Park Schools have a clear Vision that enables every student to share in the life of the schools and to genuinely support the Head and the staff
- [More House School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/knightsbridge/girls-only/more-house-school/) - Founded in 1953, by the Canonesses of St Augustine, at the request of a group of parents determined to send their daughters to a Catholic London day school.
- [Mayfield School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/east-sussex/high-street-mayfield/girls-only/mayfield-school-2/) - Mayfield is a Catholic independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11-18, set in 75 acres of beautiful Sussex countryside. With a proud reputation for high academic achievement, exceptional pastoral care and a plethora of high quality extra-curricular activities Mayfield has nurtured generations of confident, enterprising and multi-talented young women who are well prepared
- [Moor Park School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/shropshire/ludlow/co-educational/more-park-school/) - Moor Park is a co-educational independent boarding and day school, situated on the Shropshire, Herefordshire and Worcestershire border, accepting children from 3 months to 13 years of age. Our children are prepared mentally, emotionally and physically to move on with confidence to the full range of schools nationally, many on scholarships in a variety of
- [St Winefride's R.C. Independent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/shropshire/shrewsbury/co-educational/st-winefrides-junior-school/) - Our School was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1868. It caters for children, boys and girls, from 3 – 11 years old, and has a long tradition of high academic standards. Through our broad curriculum we also incorporate the values of democracy, individual liberty and the rule of law. Children of other religious
- [St Mary's Junior School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/cambridge/girls-only/st-marys-junior-school/) - St Mary's School, Cambridge is an independent girl's day and boarding school educating students from age 4 to 18. Situated in the heart of the academically and culturally vibrant city of Cambridge, we are a Christian school in the Catholic tradition. We focus on fostering a love of life and learning, while growing the academic
- [St Elizabeth's Centre](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hertfordshire/much-hadham/co-educational/st-elizabeths-centre/) - We manage and run a School for 5-19 year olds, a College for 18-25 year olds (supported by a Domiciliary Care Agency) and a Residential Care Home with Nursing. We provide education, care and medical support for people of all ages who have epilepsy and other complex needs. St Elizabeth's is one of only two
- [St Columba's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hertfordshire/st-albans/boys-only/st-columba_s-college/) - St Columba's is known for its strong community values. We work in close partnership with parents to provide the supportive care and challenge for boys which enable them to flourish. At each phase of education, Prep and Senior School, we strive for academic excellence, whilst realising that it is whole person education that best prepares
- [St Benedict's Junior School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/ealing/co-educational/st-benedicts-junior-school/) - A new Nursery and Pre-Prep Department opened recently, in addition to our new Sixth Form Centre and Art Department.
- [St Benedict's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/ealing/co-educational/st-benedict_s-school/) - St Benedict’s is London’s leading independent Catholic co-educational school, situated in leafy Ealing. The School is a successful blend of the traditional and the progressive; proud of its heritage but also forward thinking and innovative. A seamless education which can begin at the age of 3 and continue through to the Sixth Form, in a
- [St Edward's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hampshire/romsey/boys-only/st-edwards-school/) - St Edward's is a special school providing care and education for boys who experience behavioural, emotional and social difficulties (BESD).
- [Notre Dame Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/convent-lane-cobham/girls-only/notre-dame-prep-school/) - Set in beautiful, rural parkland, the school is part of the Company of Mary our Lady which is a world-wide educational organisation, devoted to teaching girls.
- [St John's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/cardiff/newport-road/co-educational/st-john_s-college/) - St John's College is an independent day school for girls & boys aged 3-18 which has the best record of A Level results in Wales over 15 years. It has an exceptional reputation for admissions to Oxford, Cambridge and leading Medical, Dental & Veterinary Schools. 2012 ESTYN Inspection Report noted: The quality of teaching is
- [Leweston School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/dorset/sherborne/co-educational/leweston-school/) - Situated in 46 acres of stunning Dorset parkland, Leweston School is an independent day and boarding school co-educational in the Nursery, Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form. Leweston offers an academic education in an environment which is both stimulating and inspiring. Leweston pupils are well-balanced young people who take their place in the world with
- [St Bernard's Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/berkshire/slough/co-educational/st-bernard_s-prep-school/) - St Bernard's Independent Preparatory School is a co-educational Catholic school for children aged from 2 1/2 - 11 years welcoming children of all faiths. It has a strong ethos, based on Gospel values, and very high academic standards.
- [St Ambrose Preparatory School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/cheshire/hale-barnes-altrincham/boys-only/st-ambrose-preparatory-school/) - St Ambrose Preparatory School is a Roman Catholic independent day school for boys aged 4-11, with a co-educational nursery for 3 year olds. Although firmly grounded in Catholic teaching and ethos, the school warmly welcomes children of other denominations and faiths.
- [Thornton College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/buckinghamshire/thornton-milton-keynes/girls-only/thornton-college/) - Thornton College is a community where girls thrive; where outstanding pastoral care and a wonderfully creative and broad curriculum and co-curriculum enables each girl to become the very best version of herself. We are a vibrant and diverse school, welcoming girls from 3 to 18 of all faiths and none, from across the UK and
- [St Philip's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/kensington/boys-only/st-philips-school/) - St Philip's is a small Roman Catholic preparatory school for 110 boys aged 7-13. It was established in 1934 and is still located on its foundation site in the heart of Kensington in central London. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum that combines a strong academic, moral and religious education with a range
- [Mylnhurst Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/south-yorkshire/sheffield/co-educational/mylnhurst-prep-school/) - A Catholic Independent School situated in Sheffield, welcoming families of all faiths. Mylnhurst can be found in the Ecclesall area of the city and is in close proximity to the Peak District National Park, Derbyshire and the towns of Chesterfield and Rotherham. Mylnhurst provides an education based on high standards and Christian values, which attracts
- [Glenstal Abbey School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/ireland/county-limerick/murroe/boys-only/glenstal-abbey-school/) - “…so that the strong may have something to strive after, and the weak may not fall back in dismay.” Rule of Benedict Glenstal Abbey School stands out as one of the leading boarding schools in Ireland for boys aged 12-18. The school was founded in 1932 by the Benedictine monks of Glenstal Abbey. The school
- [St Catherine's School, Twickenham](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/greater-london/twickenham/girls-only/st-catherines-school-twickenham/) - St Catherine’s is a caring and ambitious school for Years 3-13. Our warm and inclusive Catholic ethos ensures girls of all faiths make strong friendships and belong to a happy, supportive community. All-girls education fosters confidence, innovation and creativity, and we support and challenge individual pupils so that each one develops her gifts and talents.
- [Princethorpe College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/warwickshire/princethorpe-rugby/co-educational/princethorpe-college/) - As a co-educational Catholic independent school which welcomes pupils of all faiths, we foster strong morals in a friendly, inclusive community. What's more learning at Princethorpe doesn't just happen in the classroom. Our talented and passionate teachers not only equip our pupils to achieve remarkable results in exams - they also help them grow into
- [St Mary's Hare Park](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/gidea-park-romford/co-educational/st-marys-hare-park/) - St Mary's Hare Park is a happy school. Our best advertisement is our children, who work hard and play hard in a caring, secure environment. We pride ourselves on the individual attention that ensures excellent progress in all areas of our broad and balanced curriculum. We are justly proud of being accredited in 2015 with
- [St Bede's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/manchester/whalley-range/co-educational/st-bede_s-college/) - We are a family school and everything we do is based upon Gospel values. The pupils are taught to respect themselves and to respect and care for others. The staff take very seriously their responsibility to be a fundamental part of that development. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, with many options available
- [Stonyhurst St Mary's Hall](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/lancashire/clitheroe/co-educational/stonyhurst-st-marys-hall/) - Excellent facilities and beautiful historic buildings, along with impressive co-curricular opportunities encourage each pupil in this vibrant, happy and diverse community, whether Catholic or not, to achieve their best and play a full part in school life.
- [The Oratory Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/oxfordshire/reading/co-educational/oratory-prep-school/) - The Oratory Preparatory School is a Catholic day and boarding school for just over 400 boys and girls from 2 to 13 founded by Cardinal John Henry Newman. The school educates boys and girls from the ages of 2 to 13, sending children to a whole host of top schools locally and nationally. Based on
- [St Mary's College Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/merseyside/blundellsands/co-educational/st-marys-college-prep-school/) - We place great emphasis on the development of the whole person, encouraging achievement in many fields via our rich programme of extra-curricular activities.
- [Ursuline Preparatory School Warley](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/great-ropers-lane-brentwood/co-educational/ursuline-preparatory-school-2/) - Structured as a Charitable Trust, The Ursuline Preparatory School is an independent Catholic day school which accepts children from 3 to 11 years of age. Our principal aim is to provide the children with a sound Catholic, moral, social and academic education in a disciplined environment. We realise that the children learn most effectively when
- [The Marist School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/berkshire/sunninghill-ascot/girls-only/the-marist-school/) - The Marist School is an independent Catholic Day School for girls aged 2 – 18 with a co-ed Nursery. The Marist is a small, happy and caring school offering a complete and fulfilling learning environment, enabling all to live life to the fullest. We are Catholic but welcome all Christians and those supporting the schools ethos.
- [St Dominic's Priory School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/staffordshire/stone/girls-only/st-dominic_s-priory-school/) - St Dominic's Priory School is a highly successful Catholic Independent Day School for girls aged 2 to 18 and boys aged 2 to 11. We provide a friendly place of learning where imagination grows and minds sharpen. We are proud of our reputation for academic achievement with high quality teaching in small classes creating an
- [Sacred Heart School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/east-sussex/wadhurst/co-educational/sacred-heart-school-2/) - Sacred Heart School and Nursery welcomes boys and girls from 3-11. With around 100 pupils we know each child individually, recognise and encourage their strengths, helping all pupils to achieve their potential. Parents choose us for our excellent academic record, happy and friendly ethos, with a balance between work and play. As a Diocesan owned
- [St Columba's College Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hertfordshire/st-albans/boys-only/st-columbas-college-prep-school/) - At St Columba's we provide a broad, high quality education and have boys in the College from a wide variety of religious traditions. We aim for each boy to achieve his own best standard. At each phase of education, Prep and Senior, we nurture the key Columban qualities of courage, courtesy and compassion. We strive
- [St Mary's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/merseyside/liverpool/co-educational/st-marys-college/) - We are an independent, co-educational school with a Christian ethos, specifically Roman Catholic but welcoming pupils of all faiths. We cater for 0-18 year olds, providing children with continuity of education throughout their school lives. We place great emphasis on the development of the whole person, encouraging achievement in many fields via our rich programme
- [St John's RC School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/woodford-bridge/co-educational/st-johns-rc-school/) - St John's School was founded by the Sisters of the Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary in 1897 as a boarding school for delicate children. In its long history of Special education the school has helped boys with ophthalmic difficulties, cardiac illness, respiratory diseases and learning difficulties meeting each of these needs as they emerged
- [Loreto Convent School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/gibraltar/gibraltar/gibraltar/co-educational/loreto-convent-school/) - Loreto Convent School, Gibraltar is a co-educational independent junior school catering for over 450 boys and girls from nursery to 12 years, preparing them for the local comprehensive schools and for entrance examinations to schools in Britain. Loreto Convent is a Catholic School welcoming children of all faiths. We recognise the uniqueness of each child.
- [Pield Heath School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/greater-london/uxbridge/co-educational/pield-heath-school/) - Pield Heath House School is a non-maintained, co-educational school for young people with special educational needs between the ages of 7 and 19 years, recognised by the DfE under the Trusteeship of The Sisters of The Sacred Hearts of Jesus and Mary. We offer day, residential and respite provision to young people with moderate to
- [Chavagnes International College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/france/pays-de-la-loire/chavagnes-en-paillers/boys-only/chavagnes-international-college/) - Chavagnes International College is a private Catholic boarding school for boys, located in western France, committed to delivering a balanced education to its students. Founded as a minor seminary in 1802 on a site that has been a seat of learning since the middle ages, Chavagnes now provides an international education, informed and inspired by
- [St Rose's School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/gloucestershire/stroud/co-educational/st-roses-school/) - At St Rose's we give each and every one of our students the individual attention they need to help them achieve their potential. Ours is a happy and nurturing environment where we challenge our students to develop, and provide an exceptional quality of care for them and their whole family. Everything we do at St
- [Stella Maris School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/cheshire/heaton-mersey-stockport/co-educational/stella-maris-school/) - At Stella Maris, what we offer goes beyond affordable private education in small classes. Dedicated staff enable our children to move onto grammar schools across Stockport, Manchester and Trafford. Our children take their Stella Maris identity with them as they grow up and become well-balanced, ambitious and energetic members of society.
- [St Edmund's Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hertfordshire/ware/co-educational/st-edmunds-prep-school/) - St Edmund's College is an Independent Catholic Day and Boarding school for girls and boys aged 3 to 18 years. As England's oldest Catholic school, we welcome not only Catholics, but students from all faiths and denominations who appreciate the values of a Catholic education. Located on a beautiful rural site, the College offers a
- [Westminster Cathedral Choir School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london-area/london-1/boys-only/westminster-cathedral-choir-school/) - Westminster Cathedral Choir School is a leading Catholic preparatory school for boys aged 7 to 13 (Years 3 to 8), located in the heart of London, and in the heart of the Roman Catholic Church in England and Wales, at Westminster Cathedral, just off Victoria Street. With 103 day boys and 26 choristers, WCCS is
- [Winterfold House School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/worcestershire/chaddesley-corbett/co-educational/winterfold-house-school/) - Winterfold House is a co-educational day school for children from 3-13 years. We place great emphasis upon discovering and nurturing the special talents of each pupil and provide a comprehensive range of opportunities which allows every child to find some area in which he or she will shine. We aim to provide outstanding education at
- [Stonyhurst College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/lancashire/clitheroe/co-educational/stonyhurst-college/) - Stonyhurst, founded in 1593, is the oldest Jesuit school in the world. Excellent facilities and beautiful historic buildings, along with impressive co-curricular opportunities encourage each pupil in this vibrant, happy and diverse community, whether Catholic or not, to achieve their best and play a full part in school life. "Outstanding personal development....is a clear indicator
- [St Edmund's College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hertfordshire/old-hall-green/co-educational/st-edmund_s-college/) - St Edmund's College is an Independent Catholic Day and Boarding school for girls and boys aged 3 to 18 years. As Englands oldest Catholic school, we welcome not only Catholics, but students from all faiths and denominations who appreciate the values of a Catholic education. Located on a beautiful rural site, the College offers a
- [St Anthony's School for Boys](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/london/hampstead/boys-only/st-anthony_s-school-for-boys/) - St Anthony's provides a high quality education in a Catholic environment which is informal, structured and happy. The school aims to foster a lively and varied learning environment, where each member of the community is valued and secure. There is a very strong commitment to encouraging individual development and high standards in all areas of
- [St George's College Weybridge](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/addlestone/co-educational/st-georges-college-weybridge/) - St George's Weybridge is an academically selective 11-18 coeducational Catholic day school. Set in 100 acres of parkland, the catchment area includes Ascot, Walton, Woking, Windsor Twickenham, Kingston and Guildford. With particular specialities in Drama, Music and Sport, the school is particularly attractive to those looking for an academic yet holistic education, set within a
- [Salesian College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hants/farnborough-1/co-educational/salesian-college/) - Salesian College in an independent grammar school for boys aged 11 to 16 with a co-educational sixth form. Since 1901 Salesian College has offered a traditional education based on the Christian values of hard work, courtesy and respect for others. The College has an enviable reputation for academic, cultural, physical and spiritual achievement of which
- [Our Lady's Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/berkshire/crowthorne/co-educational/our-lady_s-prep-school/) - The aim of the School is to develop the character and potential of each child, academically and morally, within a caring atmosphere; whilst Christian doctrine, good manners, self-discipline and sound moral values form the principal ethos of the School. We aim to ensure that all children are nurtured and encouraged to learn and develop both
- [Notre Dame Senior School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/convent-lane-cobham/girls-only/notre-dame-senior-school/) - Notre Dame is a Catholic school that welcomes all faiths. It was established in 1937 by the Sisters of the Company of Mary, Our Lady who have a 400 year old tradition of excellence in education worldwide. The academic curriculum is underpinned by a strong pastoral support system enabling every girl to fulfil her potential
- [Marymount International School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/kingston-upon-thames/girls-only/marymount-international-school/) - Marymount is a small, independent Catholic day and boarding school for girls ages 11 to 18, fully committed to the academic, emotional, spiritual, and social development of its students. Inspired by the charism of the RSHM, we proudly stand as the first all-girls’ school in the UK to adopt the International Baccalaureate curriculum which promotes
- [Loyola Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/essex/buckhurst-hill/boys-only/loyola-prep-school/) - Loyola Prep School is a Roman Catholic school for boys between the ages of 3 & 11. All denominations are welcome. A wide range of sporting and cultural activities are offered within an academic framework. The school aims to develop and exploit the natural talents and skills of pupils to enable their use in the
- [Blanchelande College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/guernsey/st-andrews/co-educational/blanchelande-college/) - All our pupils, whether Catholic or not, benefit from knowing that each of us is the result of a thought of God, infinitely important and with unique talents that Blanchelande exists to nurture. Founded in 1902 as a small school for girls, Blanchelande today has over 300 boys and girls from Reception to GCSE. The
- [Holy Cross Prep School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/surrey/kingston-upon-thames/girls-only/holy-cross-prep-school/) - Holy Cross is a Catholic school with a strong Christian ethos welcoming children of all faiths and cultures. Renowned for high academic standards and sporting, musical and artistic achievements. Outstanding facilities include new buildings for sports, music and performing arts. Girls leave well-rounded, confident and fully prepared for any selective senior school.
- [Farleigh School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/hants/andover/co-educational/farleigh-school/) - Farleigh is a leading Catholic prep school for 3 to 13 year olds, which welcomes boarders and day children of all denominations and is set in the beautiful Test Valley of Hampshire.
- [Prior Park College](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/places/united-kingdom/bath-and-north-east-somerset/bath/co-educational/prior-park-college/) - An 11-18 Day and Boarding, Co-educational, Catholic Senior School set in 57 acres of beautiful grounds overlooking the World Heritage City of Bath. 'Confident in its Catholic values, happy in its own skin and distinctive in its commitment to a genuinely all-round education, this is a school which inspires esteem and affection in equal measure.'

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## Events

- [CISC Annual Leadership Briefing](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/annual-leadership-briefing/) - CISC Annual Leadership Briefing: Charting the Course: Innovative Pathways for Securing the Future of Catholic Independent Schools Monday 13 October 10am-3pm with our headline sponsors, an expert panel and lunch Venue : St Benedict’s School, 54 Eaton Rise, Ealing, London W5 2ES To register, complete the form https://forms.office.com/e/Dy48jPttbm or for more
- [Headteacher Drop-In via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-306/) - Please join Sarah and a supporting headteacher for our Headteacher Drop-In. Zoom registration
- [Creative Music Hub: 14 October 2025, 5-6pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/creative-music-hub-494-254-524/) - Please join Sarah at 5.00pm for our Creative Music Hub network. Zoom registration
- [EducareM 14th National Retreat](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/tenth-annual-headteachers-national-retreat-279/) - Dates: 10th – 11th June 2026 Cost:£375 Venue: Coombe Abbey Hotel, Brinklow Road, Binley, Warwickshire, CV3 2AB. Further details
- [Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711-285-566-387/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 20: 9th February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 21: 23rd February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 22: 9th March 2026, 4:30- 5:45pm Registration Form Cost £200 per school
- [Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711-285-566/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 20: 9th February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 21: 23rd February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 22: 9th March 2026, 4:30- 5:45pm Registration Form Cost £200 per school
- [Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711-285/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 20: 9th February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 21: 23rdFebruary 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 22: 9th March 2026, 4:30- 5:45pm Registration Form Cost £200 per school
- [Authentic Governance Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711-241-910/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 20: 9th February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 21: 23rd February 2026, 4:30-5:45pm Module 22: 9th March 2026, 4:30- 5:45pm Registration Form Cost £200 per school
- [Tabor Programme in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-918/) - Tabor programme in partnership with EducareM National School of Formation, for middle and senior leaders Residential 1 - 16th – 17th October 2025 4pm Residential 2 - 18th June – 19th June 2026 4pm Registration Form Programme cost £1075
- [Tabor Programme in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-918-159/) - Tabor programme in partnership with EducareM National School of Formation, for middle and senior leaders Residential 1 - 16th – 17th October 2025 4pm Residential 2 - 18th June – 19th June 2026 4pm Registration Form Programme cost £1075
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-618-792-963-173/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Immersion event 1 - October 8th – 10th 2025 Deepening event 2 - January 8th –9th 2026 Accompany event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-618-792-963/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Immersion event 1 - October 8th – 10th 2025 Deepening event 2 - January 8th –9th 2026 Accompany event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-618-792/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Immersion event 1 - October 8th – 10th 2025 Deepening event 2 - January 8th –9th 2026 Accompany event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-618/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Immersion event 1 - October 8th – 10th 2025 Deepening event 2 - January 8th –9th 2026 Accompany event 3 -
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors: Religious Education](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors-831-202-628-291-281/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call this academic year? These practical sessions for governors and staff in schools ‘in the window’ for CSI led by Sarah Barreto, supported by staff from schools with Grade 1 or 2 CSI inspections, will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors: Collective Worship](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors-831-202-628-291/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call this academic year? These practical sessions for governors and staff in schools ‘in the window’ for CSI led by Sarah Barreto, supported by staff from schools with Grade 1 or 2 CSI inspections, will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors: Catholic Life and Mission](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors-831-202-628/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call this academic year? These practical sessions for governors and staff in schools ‘in the window’ for CSI led by Sarah Barreto, supported by staff from schools with Grade 1 or 2 CSI inspections, will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for
- [CISC Discover St Mary's University of London School of Medicine](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-discover-st-marys-university-of-london-school-of-medicine/) - Careers advisers, Heads of Sixth Form, Heads of Years 12/13, and Headteachers from schools with boarding provision and/or overseas students are welcome to join us. We are excited to explore a new medicine option for your students with Sonia Kumar, Executive Dean of Medicine and Hugo Ault, Recruitment Manager for the School of Medicine. Register
- [Creative Music Hub: 18 May 2026, 4-5pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/creative-music-hub-494-254-524-926/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Creative Music Hub network. Zoom registration
- [Chaplains' Network - CJM Prayer and Liturgy Day](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827-435-159-898-396-262/) - Prayer and Liturgy Coordinators (Day 2 of 2) - A joint day with chaplains from independent schools Venue: Cottesmore Golf Club, Crawley Date: Wednesday 10 June 2026 Time: 9:30-15:00 Target Audience: Prayer and Liturgy Coordinators Cost: £70.00 Course Leader: Education Service Course Outline: Jo Boyce and colleagues from CJM Music will lead us in our
- [Chaplains' Network via Zoom: 25 February, 1pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827-435-159-898-396/) - Please join Sarah at 1.00pm for our Chaplains' Network. Zoom registration
- [Chaplains' Network via Zoom: 25 September, 1pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827-435-159-898/) - Please join Sarah at 1.00pm for our Chaplains' Network. Zoom registration
- [Deputy Headteachers' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-328-409/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Deputy Headteachers' Network. Zoom registration
- [Deputy Headteachers' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-328/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Deputy Headteachers' Network. Zoom registration
- [Headteacher Drop-In via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-306-279/) - Please join Sarah and a supporting headteacher for our Headteacher Drop-In. Zoom meeting link
- [Headteacher Drop-In at the National Catholic Education Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-306-639/) - In-person at the National Catholic Education Conference, Coombe Abbey. Please email Sarah for further details.
- [CISC Annual Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-annual-conference-2/) - ‘Journeying Together in Hope…’
- [Creative Music Hub: 19 May 2025, 9-11am](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/creative-music-hub-494-254/) - Guest speakers Simon and Sarah Conrad ‘The role of music in the liturgy- sharing some ideas and answering questions, participants bringing questions and ideas as well. Zoom registration
- [Creative Music Hub: 10 February 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/creative-music-hub-494/) - In-person event: Monday 10 February 2025 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Join us on Monday 10 February 1-4pm at Notre Dame School, Cobham for this in-person event. Join guest speaker, Mahaliah Edwards, as we incorporate diverse traditions into classroom/instrumental practice as an entry point for globalising/diversifying/decolonising repertoire and curriculum. Tickets are £30.00 and include lunch,
- [CISC In-Person Chaplain's Chat](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-in-person-chaplains-chat/) - In-person event: Thursday 5 June 2025 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Weybridge Rd, Addlestone KT15 2QS Join our in-person event on 5 June, 2025 for Chaplains from 10-2pm at St George's College, Weybridge. This is a a free event for Chaplains to be followed by a hybrid Headteacher's Drop-In, either in person or on Zoom
- [Chaplains' Network via Zoom: 22 January 2025, 1pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827-435/) - Please join Sarah for our Chaplains' Network. Zoom registration
- [Chaplains' Network via Zoom: 7 May 2025, 1pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827-435-159/) - Please join Sarah at 1.00pm for our Chaplains' Network. Zoom registration
- [Moore Kingston Smith Annual Independent Schools Conference 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/moore-kingston-smith-annual-independent-schools-conference-2025/) - START DATE: MARCH 6, 2025 9.00AM REGISTRATION FOR A 9.30AM START. 2.30PM FINISH INCLUDING LUNCH We are thrilled to announce the return of our Annual Independent Schools Conference on Thursday 6 March 2025! We are once again gathering at the prestigious Saddlers’ Hall, London, where our esteemed speakers will delve into the past few months and
- [Authentic Governance Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711-241/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 14: 10th February 2025, 4:30-5:45pm Module 15: 24th February 2025, 4:30-5:45pm Module 16: 10th March 2025, 4:30- 5:45pm
- [Authentic Governance Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712-711/) - Authentic Governance Formation Ongoing Formation programme 4.30-5.45pm Module 14: 10th February 2025, 4:30-5:45pm Module 15: 24th February 2025, 4:30-5:45pm Module 16: 10th March 2025, 4:30- 5:45pm
- [Tabor Programme in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491/) - Tabor programme in partnership with EducareM National School of Formation, for middle and senior leaders Residential 1 - 17th – 18th October 2024 4pm Residential 2 - 19th June – 20th June 2025 4pm
- [Tabor Programme in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269-491-712/) - Tabor programme in partnership with EducareM National School of Formation, for middle and senior leaders Residential 1 - 17th – 18th October 2024 4pm Residential 2 - 19th June – 20th June 2025 4pm
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324-269/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Residential event 1 - October 9th – 11th 2024 Residential event 2 - January 9th –10th 2025 Residential event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167-324/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Residential event 1 - October 9th – 11th 2024 Residential event 2 - January 9th –10th 2025 Residential event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem-167/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Residential event 1 - October 9th – 11th 2024 Residential event 2 - January 9th –10th 2025 Residential event 3 -
- [Christ the Teacher Programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-programme-for-senior-leaders-in-partnership-with-educarem/) - Christ the Teacher programme for Senior Leaders in partnership with EducareM This one-year programme is for experienced Senior Catholic Leaders in Schools, and we welcome Headteachers, Executive Heads, Principals, CEOs and Chairs of Governors. Residential event 1 - October 9th – 11th 2024 Residential event 2 - January 9th –10th 2025 Residential event 3 -
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors-831-202/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call? These practical sessions will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for inspectors in each of the three key judgement areas. Session 3 Religious Education R.E Tuesday 29 April 2025 4-5.30pm Zoom registration session 3
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors-831/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call? These practical sessions will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for inspectors in each of the three key judgement areas. Session 2 Collective Worship (Prayer and Liturgy) CW Thursday 23 January 2025 4-5.30pm Zoom registration session 2 Session 3 Religious Education
- [CSI Sessions on Being ready to talk to CSI inspectors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/csi-sessions-on-being-ready-to-talk-to-csi-inspectors/) - Are you expecting the Catholic School Inspection phone call? These practical sessions will explore how you can prepare to talk to and find evidence for inspectors in each of the three key judgement areas. Session 1 Catholic Life and Mission CLM Tuesday 24 September 4-5.30pm Zoom registration session 1 Session 2 Collective Worship (Prayer and
- [Creative Music Hub: 14 October 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/creative-music-hub/) - Join Sarah at 5pm for our Creative Music Hub. Zoom registration
- [Chaplains' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728-827/) - Please join Sarah at 1.00pm for our Chaplains' Network. Zoom registration
- [Deputy Headteachers' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205-728/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Deputy Headteachers' Network. Zoom registration
- [Deputy Headteachers' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113-205/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Deputy Headteachers' Network. Zoom registration
- [Deputy Headteachers' Network via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245-113/) - Please join Sarah at 4.00pm for our Deputy Headteachers' Network. Zoom registration
- [Headteacher Drop-In via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125-245/) - Please join Sarah and a supporting headteacher for our Headteacher Drop-In. Zoom registration
- [Headteacher Drop-In via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom-125/) - Please join Sarah and guest speaker, Alistair Bullen ‘Heartstyles’, for our Headteacher Drop-In. Zoom registration
- [Headteacher Drop-In via Zoom](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/headteacher-drop-ins-via-zoom/) - Please join Sarah and supporting headteacher, Katherine Jeffrey, New Hall School for our Headteacher Drop-In. Zoom registration
- [Stone King Webinar Series: Wrapping up, taking stock, themes, challenges and solutions](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/stone-king-webinar-series-post-election-where-are-we-now-and-whats-next-914-643/) - Over the coming months, Stone King will be hosting four 20-minute surgeries, focusing on the issues independent schools may face should there be a change in government. Each session is designed to keep you updated, and you will be able to send in any questions you may have. These short sessions are going to be
- [Stone King Webinar Series: Practical impact for the new term](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/stone-king-webinar-series-post-election-where-are-we-now-and-whats-next-914/) - Over the coming months, Stone King will be hosting four 20-minute surgeries, focusing on the issues independent schools may face should there be a change in government. Each session is designed to keep you updated, and you will be able to send in any questions you may have. These short sessions are going to be
- [Stone King Webinar Series: Post-election - where are we now and what's next?](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/stone-king-webinar-series-post-election-where-are-we-now-and-whats-next/) - Over the coming months, Stone King will be hosting four 20-minute surgeries, focusing on the issues independent schools may face should there be a change in government. Each session is designed to keep you updated, and you will be able to send in any questions you may have. These short sessions are going to be
- [CISC Annual Conference 2025](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-annual-conference/) - Bookings open July 2024. For further information visit Annual Conference.
- [CISC Annual Conference: 1-2 February 2024](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-34th-annual-conference-1-2-february-2024-130/) - The Vale Resort, Pontyclun, CF72 8JY CISC Conference 2024 takes its place as the third in a trilogy of conferences which have focused on dialogue – Synodality in 2022, ‘Conversations at The Well’ in 2023 and now, in 2024, the ‘Formational Dialogue’ of who we as, Headteachers, our pupils and students – indeed, our whole
- [CISC 33rd Annual Conference: 2-3 February 2023](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-33rd-annual-conference-2-3-february-2023/) - We are thrilled to announce that our 33rd Annual CISC Conference will be held at Hilton Harrogate Majestic Hotel and Spa, on 2-3 February 2023. Our theme is: ‘Where are we now? Where are we going?’ ‘Pausing with the Woman at the Well’ ...whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst (John 4:14)
- [CISC Virtual Briefing with Moore Kingston Smith & Stone King](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-virtual-briefing-with-moore-kingston-smith-stone-king-976/) - This year’s CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders’ briefing will be held virtually on Tuesday 4 October from 10am to 12 noon. Our Leadership Briefing, led by CISC Headline Sponsors Moore Kingston Smith and Stone King, will give an informed perspective on trends and issues affecting CISC schools. Topics covered will include: Cybersecurity; Mergers and
- [Stone King Webinar - EdTech Data Protection](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/stone-king-webinar-edtech-data-protection/) - Headline Sponsors, Stone King are holding a free webinar on EdTech data protection webinar on 28 June. All CISC members are invited to attend. Further details can be found in the link below. Stone King Ed Tech Webinar
- [Tenth Annual Headteachers’ National Retreat](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/tenth-annual-headteachers-national-retreat/) - Encounter with Christ Retreat leader: Christopher Chapman Dates: 9th – 10th June 2022 (early arrival option for 9th June) Cost:£320 Venue: Coombe Abbey Hotel, Brinklow Road, Binley, Warwickshire, CV3 2AB. Further details available at: https://educarem.org.uk/national-retreat/
- [Christ the Teacher - Leaders & Experienced Governors (Residential 3 for 22/23 cohort)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-leaders-experienced-governors-residential-3-for-22-23-cohort/) - Christ the Teacher – Leaders and experienced Governors Available to serving CISC Headteachers, Principals, Chairs and experienced Governors. CISC has worked closely with EducareM on this well established and highly regarded programme. Built around three residential experiences and two study visits, it is a unique, stimulating and challenging opportunity to renew and refresh your mission
- [Christ the Teacher - Leaders & Experienced Governors (Residential 2 for 22/23 cohort)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-leaders-experienced-governors-residential-2-for-22-23-cohort/) - Christ the Teacher – Leaders and experienced Governors Available to serving CISC Headteachers, Principals, Chairs and experienced Governors. CISC has worked closely with EducareM on this well established and highly regarded programme. Built around three residential experiences and two study visits, it is a unique, stimulating and challenging opportunity to renew and refresh your mission
- [Christ the Teacher - Leaders & Experienced Governors (Residential 1 for 22/23 cohort)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-leaders-experienced-governors-residential-1-for-22-23-cohort/) - Christ the Teacher – Leaders and experienced Governors Available to serving CISC Headteachers, Principals, Chairs and experienced Governors. CISC has worked closely with EducareM on this well established and highly regarded programme. Built around three residential experiences and two study visits, it is a unique, stimulating and challenging opportunity to renew and refresh your mission
- [Christ the Teacher - Leaders & Experienced Governors (Residential 3 for 21/22 cohort)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/christ-the-teacher-leaders-experienced-governors-residential-3-for-21-22-cohort/) - Christ the Teacher – Leaders and experienced Governors Available to serving CISC Headteachers, Principals, Chairs and experienced Governors. CISC has worked closely with EducareM on this well established and highly regarded programme. Built around three residential experiences and two study visits, it is a unique, stimulating and challenging opportunity to renew and refresh your mission
- [Barnabas & Magdalene - Aspiring Leaders & Governors (Residential 2)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/barnabas-magdalene-aspiring-leaders-governors-residential-2/) - Barnabas & Magdalene– Aspiring Leaders and Governors Available to CISC deputy and assistant heads. Presented and designed in collaboration with Educarem, it is an enriching and bespoke formation opportunity for those seeking to lead a Catholic school. There are two residential experiences and these are further enriched by study visits to other CISC schools and
- [Peter & Paul - Teachers and new governors (Residential 2)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/peter-paul-teachers-and-new-governors-residential-2/) - Peter & Paul –Teachers and new Governors Available to CISC’s recently qualified teachers with 3 years experience, those new to teaching in a Catholic school and those new to governance in this setting. Designed in collaboration with Educarem, it is a formative and informative career development opportunity for colleagues committing to Catholic education. There are
- [Peter & Paul - Teachers and new governors (Residential 1)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/peter-paul-teachers-and-new-governors-residential-1/) - Peter & Paul –Teachers and new Governors Available to CISC’s recently qualified teachers with 3 years experience, those new to teaching in a Catholic school and those new to governance in this setting. Designed in collaboration with Educarem, it is a formative and informative career development opportunity for colleagues committing to Catholic education. There are
- [Module 6 - Educarem & CISC programme for authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/module-6-educarem-cisc-programme-for-authentic-governance-formation/) - Promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. The programme is online. Module 4 Monday 7th March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm Going to the Margins: the Role of Governors in Promoting Inclusivity Guest Speaker: Frances Wygladala Module 5 Monday 21st March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm The Role of Governors in Leadership
- [Module 5 - Educarem & CISC programme for authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/module-5-educarem-cisc-programme-for-authentic-governance-formation/) - Promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. The programme is online. Module 4 Monday 7th March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm Going to the Margins: the Role of Governors in Promoting Inclusivity Guest Speaker: Frances Wygladala Module 5 Monday 21st March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm The Role of Governors in Leadership
- [Module 4 - Educarem & CISC programme for authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/educarem-cisc-programme-for-authentic-governance-formation/) - Promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. The programme is online. Module 4 Monday 7th March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm Going to the Margins: the Role of Governors in Promoting Inclusivity Guest Speaker: Frances Wygladala Module 5 Monday 21st March 2022 - 4:30pm - 5:45pm The Role of Governors in Leadership
- [CISC 32nd Annual Conference 28 - 29 April 2022 (new dates)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-30th-annual-conference-16-17-january-2020-438/) - We are thrilled to announce that our 32nd Annual CISC Conference will be held at Hanbury Manor Golf & Country Club, Ware, SG12 0SD, on 28 - 29 April 2022. The new dates have been confirmed following the postponement of the event in February 2022. It is a wonderful hotel in such beautiful surroundings and
- [Good Energy Webinar with CISC & Powerful Allies](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/good-energy-webinar-with-cisc-powerful-allies/) - In collaboration with our Supporting Sponsors Powerful Allies, we are running a free webinar on ‘Good Energy’. What is a good energy deal? What is a good price for LED solutions? What is a good way to reduce your school’s carbon footprint? These questions and more will be explored by Powerful Allies and there will
- [CISC Virtual Briefing with Moore Kingston Smith & Stone King](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-virtual-briefing-with-moore-kingston-smith-stone-king/) - This year’s CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders’ briefing will be held virtually this year via Zoom on Wednesday 22 September from 10am to 12 noon. Headline sponsors Moore Kingston Smith and Stone King will lead our annual briefing for Heads, Bursars and Governors. It will focus on the range of governance and operational elements
- [Deputy Head's Reach Out](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/deputy-heads-reach-out/) - We’re scheduling a Reach Out! meeting for Thursday, 14th January at 4:00pm. Areas for discussion, thanks Beth and Paul, are: gathering robust assessment data for teacher-assessed grades ideas for conducting any assessments remotely with integrity - so that the data is fair and valid useful resources for remote learning continuing CPD whilst learning is remote
- [Moore Kingston Smith Schools Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/moore-kingston-smith-schools-conference/) - 2022 Just as we thought things couldn’t get any worse, lockdown 3.0 comes along and throws all our plans up in the air – well not for too long! Even with the vaccine rollout in full swing, we still continue to face weeks and maybe months of uncertainty. So, with that in mind, we
- [Stone King - Immigration Training: Students in Independent Schools](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/stone-king-immigration-training-students-in-independent-schools/) - With the Brexit transition period over, join Head of Immigration Julie Moktadir for a training session on the recent changes to immigration law in light of Brexit, the new points-based immigration system and what these changes mean for student sponsors in the Independent School Sector. The training will cover an up-to-date overview of right to
- [Programme for Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/programme-for-authentic-governance-formation/) - In collaboration with EducareM, I have been working on training designed to support governors specifically in their understanding of the distinctive mission and vision of Catholic education. This is now ready to be rolled out and its focus will be exclusively on promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. There
- [Programme for Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/programme-for-authentic-governance-formation-2/) - In collaboration with EducareM, I have been working on training designed to support governors specifically in their understanding of the distinctive mission and vision of Catholic education. This is now ready to be rolled out and its focus will be exclusively on promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. There
- [Programme for Authentic Governance Formation](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/programme-for-authentic-governance-formation-3/) - In collaboration with EducareM, I have been working on training designed to support governors specifically in their understanding of the distinctive mission and vision of Catholic education. This is now ready to be rolled out and its focus will be exclusively on promoting and enabling clear vision, authentic ethos and mission focused strategic direction. There
- [CISC 31st Virtual Annual Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-31st-virtual-annual-conference/) - 18-19 March 2021 To Grow is to Change in the spirit of St John Henry Newman We have great pleasure in unveiling details of our first ever CISC Virtual Conference 2021 – ‘To Grow is to Change’. This quotation from St John Henry Newman gives us much to explore both spiritually and practically and we’re
- [Barnabas - Aspiring Leaders' Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/barnabas-aspiring-leaders-programme/) - I’m thrilled to say that we already have several confirmed participants for our aspiring leaders programme in collaboration with the National School of Formation. There’s funding for at least two more places so please do consider the opportunity that this affords your senior leaders. Presented and designed in collaboration with Educarem, the programme is an
- [Barnabas - Aspiring Leaders' Programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/barnabas-aspiring-leaders-programme-2/) - I’m thrilled to say that we already have several confirmed participants for our aspiring leaders programme in collaboration with the National School of Formation. There’s funding for at least two more places so please do consider the opportunity that this affords your senior leaders. Presented and designed in collaboration with Educarem, the programme is an
- [Chaplains' Reach Out](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/chaplains-reach-out/) - There will be a ‘Reach Out’ to chaplains Tuesday 3rd November at 4:00pm It’s a forum for support, networking and sharing good practice and ideas. I’ll e-mail chaplains directly, but in the meantime please pass this on and ask your chaplain to get in touch with any issues they might want to raise or to
- [Blended Learning Webinar](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/blended-learning-webinar/) - St Augustine’s Priory are delighted to deliver our Blended Learning Webinar for CISC schools on Thursday 24th September from 4.00pm until 5.15pm. Hosted by Faith Hagerty, Deputy Head (Co-curriculum, Community and Development) and Claire Matheson, Head of Technology for Remote Learning. Following the transformation of our teaching and learning during this year's Covid-19 pandemic, we are proud
- [Deputy Heads Reach Out: Thursday 1st October, 4:00pm - 5:00pm](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/deputy-heads-reach-out-thursday-1st-october-400pm-500pm/) - Following on from last term’s meeting, this is an invitation to all deputies to join us to share ideas, concerns and professional wisdom on the issues that you’re dealing with day to day. Please e-mail me if you’d like to join in and I’ll forward the Zoom link. Also, if there are any specific issues
- [CISC Virtual Leadership Briefing: Wednesday 23 September 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-leadership-briefing-with-headline-sponsors-2020/) - This year’s CISC Heads, Bursars and Senior Leaders’ briefing will be held virtually this year via Zoom on Wednesday 23 September from 10am to 12 noon. Our headline sponsors Stone King and Moore Kingston Smith have a 2-hour seminar planned covering a range of topics, including: – Status of schools financially – mergers and acquisitions
- [An Introduction to the Leadership of a Catholic School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/an-introduction-to-the-leadership-of-a-catholic-school/) - An Introduction to the Leadership of a Catholic School - 8 and 9 June at the Oxford Spires Hotel. BOOKING CLOSED
- [CISC Study Day for Librarians & Academic Staff](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-study-day-for-librarians-academic-staff/) - Summary: Teenage brains and lives – why stress management matters for performance and strategies to promote it; including the role of readaxation - the evidence for how reading for relaxation benefits learning, performance, wellbeing and stress relief. Nicola Morgan is a leading writer and speaker on both the teenage brain and adolescent stresses, with enormous
- [CISC Study Day for Chaplains](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-study-day-for-chaplains/) - With confirmed speakers Sarah Young, Maria Neal and Consuelo Verdugo, discussion on challenges of chaplaincy in schools and networking opportunities.
- [Moore Kingston Smith Schools Conference 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/moore-kingston-smith-schools-conference-2020/) - Moore Kingston Smith’s Annual Schools Conference will provide you with a comprehensive view of how to prepare for and make the most out of the changes likely to affect the independent schools sector. We are also very pleased that David Woodgate, Chief Executive of ISBA will be our keynote speaker and will share his experiences
- [CISC 30th Annual Conference  16 - 17 January 2020](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-30th-annual-conference-16-17-january-2020/) - ONLINE BOOKING FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED If you would still like to book for this event, please download, fill in this form, and email to info@catholicindependentschools.com Download Conference Programme Download Exhibitor Brochure Headline Sponsors: Moore Kingston Smith & Stone King Supporting Sponsor: Powerful Allies We are thrilled to announce that our 30th
- [CISC Leadership Briefing with Headline Sponsors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-leadership-briefing-with-headline-sponsors/) - We are pleased to announce that the CISC Leadership Briefing with our Headline Sponsors, Moore Kingston Smith and Stone King will be taking place on Wednesday 25 September 2019. The leadership briefing is aimed primarily at bursars, with heads and governors very welcome. The briefing will take place on Wednesday 25 September at the
- [CCS Fundraising & CISC Workshop](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/ccs-fundraising-cisc-workshop/) - Catholic Independent Schools' Conference is partnering with CCS Fundraising to host a free workshop for our members. CCS has more than 50 years’ experience supporting Catholic schools, universities, parishes and dioceses across the UK.https://ccsfundraising.com/europe/ The meeting will explore growing role of philanthropy in secondary education and examine the opportunities and challenges it presents. Join us on Thursday
- [CES FORMATIO EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMME](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/ces-formatio-executive-leadership-programme-2/) - Residential 1: 18th-20th November 2019 Residential 2: 11th-12th February 2020
- [CES Formatio Executive Leadership programme](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/ces-formatio-executive-leadership-programme/) - Residential 1: 18th-20th November 2019 Residential 2: 11th-12th February 2020
- [CISC Day Conference for Heads and Governors 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-day-conference-for-heads-and-governors-2019/) - BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT HAVE NOW CLOSED TPS - what’s best for your school? St Columba’s School, Friday 17 May 2019. We are pleased to announce that the CISC Day Conference for Heads and Governors will be held on Friday 17 May 2019 at St Columba's, St Albans, AL3 4AW. The day conference follows on from
- [CCS Fundraising: The growing role of philanthropy in Catholic Education](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/ccs-fundraising-the-growing-role-of-philanthropy-in-catholic-education/) - Catholic Independent Schools' Conference is partnering with CCS Fundraising to host a free workshop for our members. CCS has more than 50 years’ experience supporting Catholic schools, universities, parishes and dioceses across the UK.https://ccsfundraising.com/europe/ The meeting will explore the growing role of philanthropy in Catholic education and how fundraising is becoming increasingly important and responsive
- [CISC Day Conference for Chaplains](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-day-conference-for-chaplains/) - BACS Payment Reference: G500 We are pleased to announce that the CISC Day Conference for Chaplains with our will be held on Thursday 28 March 2019 at St Teresa's, Effingham, RH5 6ST. The day conference is aimed primarily at Chaplains and those in charge of Catholic life in Catholic independent schools and is an opportunity for those
- [CISC 29th Annual Conference  17 - 18 January 2019](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-29th-annual-conference-2/) - Online bookings have now closed for this event. For further information, or to enquire about places available, please email info@catholicindependentschools.com. The CISC annual conference is well-known as one of the friendliest and best-attended conferences in the educational calendar. Places at the conference are available to CISC Members and Associate Members only. Guests of members are welcome
- [International Young Leaders' Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/international-young-leaders-conference/) - Further information will be available in due course, alternatively, please contact Mount St Mary's College on 01246 433388.
- [National Retreat for Catholic Headteachers](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/national-retreat-for-catholic-headteachers-2/) - National Retreat for Catholic Headteachers led by Fr Richard Ounsworth OP at Combe Abbey Hotel, Coventry. Please note this is not a CISC event, see http://www.educarem.org.uk/headteachers-national-retreat/ for more details.
- [CISC Christmas Card Competition 2018](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-christmas-card-competition-2018/) - We are delighted to announce the launch of this year’s CISC Christmas Card competition. This year’s theme is ‘Child of Our Planet’ – plenty of scope for young artists to think ecologically and astronomically as well as theologically in their creative interpretation of the theme! Entries should be submitted by Friday 23 November. Winning artists will be
- [CISC Leadership Briefing with our Headline Sponsors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-leadership-briefing-with-our-headline-sponsors/) - PLEASE NOTE THAT BOOKINGS FOR THIS EVENT HAVE NOW CLOSED. SHOULD YOU WISH TO BOOK A PLACE, PLEASE EMAIL INFO@CATHOLICINDEPENDENTSCHOOLS.COM Following the success of last year's Leadership Briefing with our Headline Sponsors, we are pleased to announce that this year's event will take place on Thursday 20 September 2018. The leadership briefing is aimed
- [CISC Inaugural SEND Day Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-inaugural-send-day-conference/) - POSTPONED: Fri 22 June at St. Edward’s, Romsey – CISC Inaugural SEND Day Conference CISC day conference for all those involved in SEND in Catholic schools. Please note that due to the diary pressures of the summer term – with a number of delegates who would have come but are now not able to - it
- [Chaplains' Day Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/chaplains-day-conference/) - BACS Payment Reference: G500 Summary of session A day conference for Chaplains and those in charge of Catholic life in Catholic independent schools will be held on Thursday 17 May 2018 at Worth School, Crawley. For ticket information, please complete the online form below. Programme for the day 9.30 am - Arrival, registration and refreshments 10.00 am
- [CISC Introduction to Leadership Retreat](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-introduction-leadership-retreat/) - We are pleased to confirm that Introduction to Leadership Retreat will take place on 1-2 March 2018 at Rhinefield House Hotel, New Forest, SO42 7QB. The hotel is very well appointed and the grounds are beautiful which will help to create the kind of reflective atmosphere which will benefit delegates. The final programme is being
- [Day Conference for Heads and Governors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/day-conference-for-heads-and-governors-3/) - Religious Education and the Challenges of Today BACS Payment Reference: G400 Summary of Sessions A day conference for Heads and Governors in Catholic independent schools will be held on Thursday 10 May 2018 at Woldingham School, Caterham. For ticket information, please complete the online form below. Programme for the day 9.00 am - Mass - for
- [CISC 28th Annual Conference - Bookings Now Closed](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-28th-annual-conference-2/) - The next annual conference will be help on Thursday 18 and Friday 19 January at Hilton Liverpool, 3 Thomas Steers Way, Liverpool L1 8LW. The final programme can be found below, including details of our keynote speakers Professor Gerald Pillay, Vice-Chancellor and Rector of Liverpool Hope University, and Dr. John Patterson, the Principal of St.
- [Heads of Religious Studies Day Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/heads-of-religious-studies-day-conference/) - BACS Payment Reference: G502 Summary of Sessions A day conference for our Heads of RS/Theology will be held on Tuesday 17 October at New Hall School, Chelmsford. At our day conference last year it was felt that to create a supportive network the group should meet at least once a year. The final programme is detailed below:
- [Leadership Briefing with our Headline Sponsors, Kingston Smith and Stone King](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/leadership-briefing-with-our-headline-sponsors-kingston-smith-and-stone-king/) - BACS Payment Reference: G506 Summary of Sessions General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR) Dan Fletcher, Assistant Director, Kingston Smith Fundraising and Management will be presenting on GDPR and Fundraising. With the first major review of Data Protection in the UK for 20 years, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) brings significant change and therefore risk for
- [CISC Committee at Mayfield School](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-committee-at-mayfield-school/)
- [Junior and Prep Athletics](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/junior-and-prep-athletics/) - CISC Junior and Prep Athletics Championships. Venue to be confirmed, save the date.
- [National Retreat for Catholic Headteachers](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/national-retreat-for-catholic-headteachers/) - National Retreat for Catholic Headteachers led by Fr Simon Bishop SJ at Combe Abbey. Please note this is not a CISC event, see http://www.educarem.org.uk/headteachers-national-retreat/ for more details.
- [Introduction to Leadership](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/introduction-to-leadership/) - Introduction to Leadership, second residential - booking closed.
- [Young Leaders' Conference](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/young-leaders-conference/) - Young Leaders' Conference at Mount St Mary College.
- [CISC Committee, Liverpool Hilton](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-committee-liverpool-hilton/) - CISC Committee meeting at the Liverpool Hilton.
- [Introduction to Leadership (Cohort B)](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/introduction-to-leadership-cohort-b/) - Introduction to Leadership (Cohort B) - booking closed
- [Special Schools Working Group Meeting](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/special-schools-working-group-meeting/) - Special Schools working group meeting and heads' meeting at CES, London.
- [Network for Researchers](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/network-for-researchers/) - Network for Researchers in Catholic Education, Heythrop College
- [CISC Leadership Programmes](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-leadership-programmes/) - An Introduction to the Leadership of a Catholic School for Heads and Applicants Cohort B – 2017/18. Application Closing Date: 5.00pm on Friday 26 May 2017
- [National Catholic Prep & Junior Schools Athletics Championships](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/national-catholic-prep-and-junior-schools-athletics-championships/) - The CISC Pre Prep Athletic Championships is a well-established event in the calendars of our member schools and offers pupils an opportunity to compete at a national level in a supportive, nurturing and positive way. The event has been running for over 30 years and, in that time, has welcomed schools from across the country
- [CISC Study Day for Teachers of RE](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/cisc-study-day-for-teachers-of-re/) - Speakers Hugh Walters, Head of Theology at Downside School, Somerset, on British Values from the perspective of Catholic Social Teaching Fr John Moffat SJ, on teaching RE in a school with a mixed faith population Philip Robinson, RE Adviser at the Catholic Education Service on RE in the Catholic school and the new GCSE RE
- [Day Conference for Heads and Governors](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/day-conference-for-heads-and-governors/) - The Catholic School and Gospel Values - a day conference to mark the 40th anniversary of the publication of The Catholic School by the Congregation for Catholic Education
- [National Retreat for Catholic Heads](https://www.catholicindependentschools.com/events/national-retreat-for-catholic-heads/) - Information to be available soon.

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