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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 […]
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, […]
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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://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
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
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
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 […]