International Expansion: Issues To Consider For UK Educational Institutions

In light of the international successes of many leading British independent schools and universities, many UK education institutions are considering overseas expansion. The question is, where to start and what issues your institution needs to consider throughout the process?

Can you expand internationally?

The first thing to consider is whether the UK institution's existing constitution allows for overseas expansion. For instance, it may be that the UK institution's objects state that it will provide, or be involved in the provision or support of a school or schools within a certain geographic area. These objects may therefore need to be amended (or even removed) before the expansion process begins.