Your questions answered: National Professional Qualifications (NPQs)

“This FAQ is designed to help you take the first step in completing your registration to achieve a recognised National Professional Qualification.” Louisa Horner Learning and Development Lead, CATS Global Schools Louisa Horner, Learning & Development Lead at CATS Global Schools provides insight into how to apply for an NPQ and what you can expect. […]

A levels: The impact of the proposed changes

Dr Craig Wilson, Managing Director for CATS Global Schools, shares his thoughts on Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plans to reform A levels radically. On Friday 22 Sept 2023, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak asked for plans to be drawn up for the radical reform of A levels, introducing a baccalaureate-style qualification that would allow students to study […]

CGS schools celebrate two ISA award nominations

Bournemouth Collegiate School (BCS) and The Worthgate School are celebrating this week after being shortlisted for an ISA (Independent Schools Association) award. BCS is recognised for its Excellence & Innovation in the Performing Arts, and Worthgate for Excellence and Innovation in Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion. The ISA Awards celebrate success in its member schools and recognises the […]

Education Philosophy captures the CGS Teaching and Learning approach

Today, CATS Global Schools (CGS) publishes a realigned education philosophy, capturing its current teaching and learning approach. This development is part of the organisation’s strategy to create a global family of schools recognised for educational excellence. “With a repositioning of several of our schools, we took the opportunity to revisit how we articulate our education value […]

Artificial Intelligence and the Point of Me

In this article, Dominic Tomalin, Principal of CATS Cambridge, considers the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on teachers. It is widely recognised that AI can help with tedious administrative tasks, allowing teachers more time to focus on their students, but it also raises the fundamental question: if AI is so powerful and students know how […]

GCSE Results Day 2023: CATS Global Schools GCSE students achieve remarkable results in 2023

CATS Global Schools (CGS) has showcased the exceptional academic achievements of its GCSE students, surpassing national benchmarks and setting new standards of excellence. One thousand four hundred forty-four exams were sat by GCSE students across its five schools offering these qualifications. Impressively, this year’s A*-A grade of 53% is more than double the national average of […]

A level Results Day 2023: CGS Students achieve places at all Russell Group Universities

Today, 193 CATS Global Schools’ (CGS) students celebrate outstanding A level results, with 71% achieving at least one A*/A Grade. CGS has a history of helping its students secure places at prestigious universities. In recent years, students have achieved first-choice places at all 24 Russell Group Universities, including Cambridge, Oxford, and the London School of […]

St Michael’s student sings for King Charles & Queen Camilla

Erin, a year 13 pupil from St Michael’s School, showcased her choral talent in front of King Charles and Queen Camilla recently as part of their first trip to Wales since their Coronation in May. Erin performed as the winner of the Brecon Choir Festival Young Singer of the Year, which she won back in May. […]

Students narrate Bosworth Independent School’s new showreel

In the newly released Bosworth Independent School video, students are firmly centre stage, sharing their views on the school’s role in helping them thrive.https://content.jwplatform.com/videos/8B8t5QQM-h7XV5Aaf.mp4 “What better way to show how we support and empower our students than through their voices?” Jason Lewis  Headmaster, Bosworth Independent School Jason Lewis, Headmaster, comments: “At Bosworth, we encourage every student […]

BCS shortlisted for an Environmental Achievement award

Bournemouth Collegiate School has been shortlisted for the Environmental Achievement award in the Independent School of the Year Awards 2023. The awards programme, held each year, is coordinated by Independent School Parent magazine. The awards are designed to showcase schools’ success stories and celebrate extraordinary and compelling student experiences. This year there are 22 award categories, […]