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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]