The ICEF Monitor Global Summit is set to return to London on 12 September 2025 , bringing together the foremost minds in international education to tackle the sector’s most critical challenges and share pioneering strategies from across the globe. Hosted at the prestigious InterContinental London – The O2 , this one-day summit promises thought leadership, collaboration, and insight...

As part of our ongoing Intrinsiq Integrations series, we’re highlighting our connection with Sage – a globally trusted name in accounting software. At Intrinsiq, we focus on developing intelligent tools that streamline school operations, and our integration with Sage brings together finance and admissions workflows in one cohesive system. By linking these platforms, we help schools c...

After successfully navigating the challenges of the post-Covid era, LTL Language School is once again expanding—this time adding Japanese to its portfolio of immersive language programmes. Building on its achievements in China and Korea, LTL has launched a brand-new school in Akihabara, Tokyo—one of the city’s most iconic and energetic neighbourhoods. IALC caught up with ...

For international schools, repurposing classroom materials is a great (and budget-friendly!) way of demonstrating environmental responsibility. In this week’s Sustainable Wednesday article, we explore practical strategies for transforming classroom ‘waste’ into educational treasures, showing students that sustainability begins with reimagining what we already have. Art project...

Data has become the cornerstone of effective recruitment strategies, providing clear insights that can transform your school or agency’s enrollment outcomes. In this week’s How to Tuesday, we explore practical ways both schools and agencies can make use of data to enhance their recruitment efforts. Understand your recruitment funnel Successful recruitment begins with a clear unde...

After a busy and exciting week at Hosts International, during which our Operations Director, Harsha Brown, attended both the English UK Parliament Reception and the English UK AGM, we've taken some time to reflect. These events offered a great opportunity to connect with fantastic individuals—many long-standing partners as well as new contacts—who continue to enrich and expand our netw...

Staying compliant with education regulations isn’t just good practice—it’s essential for your agency’s survival and credibility. As borders blur in the digital age, education agents must navigate an increasingly complex web of local and international requirements. In this article, we share some key tips on how to make sure your agency stays compliant.  Understanding...

Hi everyone and welcome back to another edition of our Schools and Agents Bulletin. In last week's video, Bernice addressed a common misconception about our platform and what we can do for your school. Here are the key takeaways.  The role of Schools and Agents First and foremost, it’s crucial to clarify that Schools and Agents is not an agency. We don’t recruit or send stud...

International House World Organisation brought the global IH community together once again—this time in the sun-drenched heart of Palermo, Sicily . The 2025 IH Study Abroad Event and Directors’ Conference welcomed 70 agents and International House schools for several inspiring days filled with connection, innovation, and celebration. A Blend of Professional Exchange and Cultur...

Remember when education meant sitting quietly in rows while a teacher lectured from a dusty textbook? Well, neither do we—at least not entirely! In our interconnected world of education, we often take today’s diverse learning approaches for granted. But how did we get here? Let's time-travel through the most significant moments that changed education.  The printing press revolu...

As mental health challenges intensify across educational institutions, Spark Generation introduces a comprehensive, intelligent solution. This AI-powered platform is designed to address stress, burnout, and disconnection—fostering stronger, healthier, and more future-ready school communities. Our Purpose: Clarity and Simplicity in School Wellbeing Spark Generation was created with a ...

The first economic impact report into UK ELT for a decade shows both the value of our industry to the UK and the challenges it faces.    "The ELT sector makes a widely unrecognised contribution to the UK's economy and wider global influence," says the Pragmatix Advisory report, e xamining the economics of the English language teaching industry .    > View the full ...

Student-led green clubs are a powerful mechanism for cultivating sustainability within schools. These groups not only contribute to campus environmental initiatives but also develop future sustainability leaders. This week’s article explores how schools can support and empower student-led green clubs. The transformative power of student leadership Green clubs place students at the fore...

ICEF Africa 2025 is set to take place from 25–27 June 2025 at the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda. This premier networking event brings together international education institutions, service providers, and ICEF-screened student recruitment agents from over 25 African countries. It offers a unique platform to engage with the continent’s dynamic and rapidly growing student mobil...

As summer programmes prepare to welcome students from around the world, schools and agents are once again facing familiar questions—how to handle health coverage, cancellations, and medical support when things don’t go as planned. GuardMe has spent nearly 30 years working with international education partners to navigate exactly these kinds of challenges, developing insurance soluti...

At Intrinsiq , our "How It Works" series is all about highlighting those smart, time-saving features that make life easier for schools in the international education industry. Today, we’re diving into one of those often-overlooked but essential tasks: getting student cards ready. Whether you prefer to handle it on the student’s first day or get ahead of the game with a digital reques...

In international education, strong school-agent partnerships begin with transparent, well-structured agreements. These documents establish mutual expectations and protect both parties’ interests. In this week’s How to Tuesday, we focus on how to build clear and effective agreements between schools and agencies.  Define roles and expectations Firstly, explicitly outline what ...

With the sheer number of language schools out there, agents must be mindful when selecting their school partners to ensure they’re offering quality options to students. A poor partnership can damage an agent’s reputation and student trust. This S&A Clinic examines how education agents can effectively choose potential school partners and build mutually beneficial relationships. V...