Committees

ISA is supported by a number of committees, comprised of Member Heads and Honorary Members.

Committees may co-opt additional expertise according to need.

The list of ExCo & Committee meeting dates for the 2021-22 academic year is available on request.

The Independent Schools Association committees as at 1  September 2021 are made up of the following:

Education

The Committee monitors current academic developments and formulates the Association’s response to Members, government and related organisations.

Finance

The Committee monitors the Association’s finances and investments, providing advice and recommendations to Executive Council, such as membership subscriptions and charges.

General Purposes

The Association’s Chairs of Committees and Honorary Officers formulate policy and responses for approval by the Executive Council.

Inclusion

The Committee oversees the Association’s work in developing and promoting the principles of inclusion within the Association and to support  Members in developing and promoting the principles of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in their schools.

Inspections

The Committee reviews inspection reports and schools’ responses, recommending continuing accreditation to the Membership Committee.

Membership

The Committee considers applications for membership from Heads, recommending accreditation for approval by Executive Council. The Committee is constituted from the seven area coordinators, nominated VP(s) plus the Chair of ISA Inspections Committee.

Arts

The Committee comprises the Area Art Coordinators who oversee the organisation of Area Art competitions, aiming to promote the high standard of artistic and creative achievement in independent schools and encourage participation among Area schools.

Sports

The Committee comprises the National Sports Officer and Assistant, and the Area Sports Coordinators (who oversee the organisation of ISA Area sports events).