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CISC Conference 2026: Rooted in Hope
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 […]
Interview: John Paget-Tomlinson, headmaster at Leweston School
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
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
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, […]
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 […]
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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 […]
Stronger Together: Exploring New Pathways for CISC
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 St John’s 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. […]
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 […]
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 […]